Associate Faculty - PMHNP Psychiatric Management of Children and Adolescents Graduate - Part Time (Virtual)

University of Phoenix•Phoenix, AZ

68d•$1,035 - $3,686•Remote

About The Position

An Associate Faculty primarily instructs undergraduate and/or graduate courses in specific disciplines in accordance with University of Phoenix learning objectives and course outlines, engaging with students to drive academic rigor and student success. In addition to classroom instruction, an individual performs a variety of classroom-related and other activities, which are established by university leadership and/or dictated by specific course requirements, to ensure every student has the opportunity to learn, progress, and achieve academic success. Deliver course content, learning activities, and student assessments using the University's current course materials. Share supplemental knowledge and experience to help students understand and make the connections between course concepts and real-world applications. Work efficiently and effectively to provide high quality instruction to university students in accordance with the standards in the University of Phoenix Faculty Handbook and all other applicable policies and procedures Ensure all class materials are made available to students on a timely basis to facilitate timely participation and relevant classroom instruction and discussion. Provide each student the opportunity to grow, develop, and achieve academic success by maintaining an engaged classroom presence, timely responding to student inquiries, and creating a supportive learning environment that empowers students to develop cognitive skills and confidence. Proactively address student academic issues in accordance with University policies and guidance. Perform a variety of additional duties, such as coaching, tutoring, and identifying appropriate additional resources, as determined by specific course and or program requirements that support student learning and success inside and outside of the classroom environment; oversee student clinical/practicum/mentorship experiences as required by the course and/or program, as applicable. Attend various faculty meetings and University events as required, including but not limited to General Faculty Meetings, Content Area Meetings, and student graduations. Maintain current knowledge of all applicable University course updates, instruction standards and other relevant information that contributes to associate faculty effectiveness and student engagement and achievement. Maintain current professional and technical knowledge of content area(s) through employment, professional certification/licensure, professional conference attendance/speaking engagements, professional publications, personal networks, professional organizations, and other viable means. Instruct and perform other job-related required duties in an online environment, as dictated by program requirements. Maintain an understanding of all applicable University technology and adapt to technology changes as needed to facilitate classes and maintain active faculty status. Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.

Requirements

Must have experience with Psychiatric Management of Children and Adolescents
Doctor of Nursing Science, Doctor of Nursing Practice, PhD in Nursing, Medical Physician/Psychiatrist, and/or Board Certified Pediatric Mental Health Pediatrician OR
Doctorate degree in any area and a Master's degree in Nursing OR
Master's degree in Nursing
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a clinical nursing practice setting as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with at least 2 years of current experience
Degree must be from a regionally accredited institution
Must have the following active unencumbered or unrestricted
Registered Nurse (RN) license Arizona or Multistate
Arizona Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
National Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist
NOTE: Medical Physicians only require a current unencumbered or unrestricted license to practice.
Acceptable professional positions can include but are not limited to: Nurse Practitioner and/or a Board Certified Pediatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with pediatric or adolescent psychiatric/mental health experience
CURRENCY: Must have 2 (two) years current experience within that last 5 years
SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENT:
All faculty members must have one record of scholarship annually, within a rolling one-year timeframe, that meets UOPX's definition of scholarship engagement. Faculty who do not initially meet this requirement may still be qualified, however, they have one year from the date the content area is approved and/or the requirement effective date, to come into compliance with this Nursing Scholarship requirement to maintain content area approval.
College of Nursing requires all faculty with approved courses within the College to maintain Annual Scholarship

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with adult education teaching and learning theory
High level of problem solving and decision-making ability to assess student work, address issues and concerns, and provide appropriate guidance
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse constituencies, including students, other faculty, staff, and external parties
Technology proficiency, including Microsoft suite programs
Able to convey a professional image and represent the University appropriately within the community and with external parties

Responsibilities

Deliver course content, learning activities, and student assessments using the University's current course materials.
Share supplemental knowledge and experience to help students understand and make the connections between course concepts and real-world applications.
Work efficiently and effectively to provide high quality instruction to university students in accordance with the standards in the University of Phoenix Faculty Handbook and all other applicable policies and procedures
Ensure all class materials are made available to students on a timely basis to facilitate timely participation and relevant classroom instruction and discussion.
Provide each student the opportunity to grow, develop, and achieve academic success by maintaining an engaged classroom presence, timely responding to student inquiries, and creating a supportive learning environment that empowers students to develop cognitive skills and confidence.
Proactively address student academic issues in accordance with University policies and guidance.
Perform a variety of additional duties, such as coaching, tutoring, and identifying appropriate additional resources, as determined by specific course and or program requirements that support student learning and success inside and outside of the classroom environment; oversee student clinical/practicum/mentorship experiences as required by the course and/or program, as applicable.
Attend various faculty meetings and University events as required, including but not limited to General Faculty Meetings, Content Area Meetings, and student graduations.
Maintain current knowledge of all applicable University course updates, instruction standards and other relevant information that contributes to associate faculty effectiveness and student engagement and achievement.
Maintain current professional and technical knowledge of content area(s) through employment, professional certification/licensure, professional conference attendance/speaking engagements, professional publications, personal networks, professional organizations, and other viable means.
Instruct and perform other job-related required duties in an online environment, as dictated by program requirements.
Maintain an understanding of all applicable University technology and adapt to technology changes as needed to facilitate classes and maintain active faculty status.
Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.

Benefits

We offer excellent benefits, an effective recognition program, and outstanding learning and development tools, including tuition vouchers for employees and their qualified family members.
Participation in our 401(k) plan
Competitive tuition assistance for you and eligible dependents.

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