Adjunct Nursing Faculty-Nursing

Westcliff University • Irvine, CA

just now • $50 - $55

About The Position

Westcliff University’s Adjunct Nursing Faculty member supports the University’s mission by facilitating student learning aligned with course and program outcomes. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Nursing Academics, Program Director, or Chair, the faculty member serves as an educator, mentor, and role model, fostering an innovative and accountable academic environment. Faculty contribute nursing expertise, participate in departmental initiatives, assess student learning, uphold academic integrity, and support institutional and accreditation goals.

The position fulfills its assigned teaching load; uses varied teaching methods; maintains approved office hours; provides timely feedback and academic advising; and contributes to course, curriculum, and program assessment and improvement. Faculty also participate in professional growth and service, support student success, collaborate on clinical experiences, and carry out the administrative duties associated with teaching, including attendance and grade reporting, syllabus preparation, assessment documentation, and compliance with University and regulatory requirements.

The role may require travel to other teaching sites depending on University needs. Employment is at-will unless contractually stated otherwise.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Nursing.
• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse license.
• Meet applicable Board of Registered Nursing requirements for the assigned instructional role and subject matter.
• For instructor qualifications, meet the stated education requirements and have recent direct patient-care experience in the assigned nursing area, or qualifying registered-nurse clinical teaching experience demonstrating clinical competency.
• For instructor qualifications, have at least one year of experience teaching courses related to registered nursing or complete a post-baccalaureate course that includes practice in teaching registered nursing.
• For assistant instructor qualifications, have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college including nursing courses or courses in natural, behavioral, or social sciences relevant to nursing practice, and qualifying recent direct patient-care or clinical teaching experience in the assigned nursing area.
• For content expert qualifications, meet the stated instructor qualifications and hold a master’s degree in the designated nursing area, or meet the specified additional education or certification and recent clinical or teaching experience requirements.
• Maintain the qualifications and standards set forth by the state Board of Nursing for nursing faculty when required for assigned subject matter instruction.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching nursing skills labs, including simulated learning environments.
• Previous teaching experience, including curriculum development, assessment, and evaluation.
• Ability to navigate electronic learning platforms.
• Proficiency in Google and Microsoft Suites.
• Post-master’s certificate in nursing education, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and/or PhD in Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill the assigned teaching load and facilitate student learning aligned with course and program outcomes.
• Use a variety of teaching methodologies and demonstrate competence through student, peer, self, and administrative evaluations and evidence of student achievement.
• Maintain approved office hours and provide timely feedback, academic advising, and constructive guidance to students.
• Mentor students and support their success, including connecting them with internal resources and providing instructional support.
• Participate in course, curriculum, and program assessment, continuous improvement, and revisions to course materials, syllabi, and curriculum as assigned.
• Maintain University-approved syllabi and prepare and distribute them on time.
• Record attendance and grades, submit grade-in-progress reports, post final grades, and grade assignments promptly in accordance with University procedures and the syllabus.
• Collect student work for University outcomes assessment purposes.
• Attend department, College, University, and Practice Learning Community meetings as required.
• Participate in University initiatives, professional development, professional organizations, and service activities, including serving on at least one University-wide committee or council.
• Collaborate with the Manager of Clinical Affiliations regarding clinical experiences.
• Support compliance with applicable laws, regulations, accrediting-body requirements, and University policies and procedures.
• Maintain current job-related requirements and annual competencies, including physical and immunization requirements as applicable.
• Follow University communication channels and policies; maintain confidentiality, professional conduct, regular attendance, and accurate time records.
• Care for department equipment and supplies, identify unsafe conditions, and maintain workplace order, cleanliness, and safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The posting describes outstanding benefits to support employee well-being but does not specify particular benefits. The University also describes a supportive, family-like workplace and opportunities to make a meaningful impact.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level