Clinical Affiliate Faculty, Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Program

Regis University•Denver, CO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Regis University is seeking Clinical Affiliate Faculty (CAF) to oversee clinical rotations for Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) students. CAF are hired to provide oversight for specific students and their clinical experiences, acting as the first contact point for concerns. As an indirect clinical supervisor, clinical faculty oversee clinical learning experiences and serve as a liaison to the clinical site on behalf of the Loretto Heights School of Nursing (LHSON). Clinical faculty are expected to make an average of three placement site visits per semester to evaluate students.

Requirements

An active Unencumbered license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Colorado
Must have a minimum of two (2) years of full-time, or equivalent, professional nursing practice
Must maintain current health requirements, training, licensures, and certifications on file with the Loretto Heights School of Nursing

Responsibilities

Familiarize yourself with course objectives for the semester
Communicate with student(s)
Set up site visit schedule
Make about three placement site visits per semester to evaluate the student
Meet with the student and the preceptor both together and separately
Observe the student with 1-2 patients (if time and circumstances permit)
Maintain professional relationships with preceptor and office staff at each site
Complete a site visit evaluation form
Complete an end of semester student evaluation online
Notify course faculty promptly regarding student issues, including, but not limited to, student absences, critical incidents, illnesses, student emergencies, or other incidents that may indicate actual or potential performance issues