Didactic Mental Health Visiting Professor

Adtalem Global Education•Miramar, FL

11d•$1,120 - $7,245

About The Position

Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations. We’re 99,000 strong, with 31,000 students and 68,000 alumni armed with the skills, passion, and determination to make a difference in today’s complex healthcare environment. By living Chamberlain Care®, we’ve built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide. Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 campuses and online post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with six Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Our College of Health Professions offers online options with a Master of Public Health degree, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree. Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Adtalem Global Education, at www.chamberlain.edu. We are seeking faculty candidates for future sessions, (8-week sessions) in the following specialty: NR326: Mental Health Nursing Emphasis is on the dynamics of an individual’s ability to function in society. The course focuses on content relative to anxiety, self concept, thought disorders, mood alterations, addictive behaviors, organic brain dysfunction, abuse and violence issues. It also incorporates health promotion and wellness issues such as stress management and personal growth. Therapeutic communication techniques, individual and group therapy practices and community mental-health resources are also incorporated. A variety of population and settings are used in the experiential learning component of this course. Job Description Implements the College's philosophy, curriculum, program outcomes, and course objectives through clinical teaching, and service to the College, community, health system and profession.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Nursing is required
Excellent communication skills with high level of initiative and prudent judgment.
Have genuine passion for nursing, education, and lifelong learning
Have exceptional subject matter expertise in the field of instruction with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Are eager to serve students and colleagues with passion, respect and care
Operate with a sense of responsibility and purpose with the desire to enrich colleagues, students, and the broader community

Responsibilities

Assumes responsibility for all autonomous aspects of individual teaching loads.
Evaluates and provides documented feedback to student on level of performance based on course objectives.
Is available for remediation of students as required or needed.
Corrects and returns homework, quizzes, tests, lab assignments, clinical paperwork and other written work in a timely manner.
Contributes to the ongoing development, implementation, and evaluation of the programs and the College.
Keeps course coordinator informed of all student and agency issues and concerns.
Works with college administration, staff, and other faculty members to improve the overall operation of the college and student satisfaction rates.
Participates in the implementation of the College Assessment Program, campus retention efforts, and both departmental and campus policies.
Serves as a professional role model for other faculty, staff, and students in the areas of customer service, collaboration, communication, excellence, dress, attendance, and general professionalism.
Utilizes relationship skills in situations requiring group problem solving, consensus building, and win-win negotiation.
Complies with all applicable regulatory rules and standards.
Reports to the dean or assistant dean: a course coordinator will also provide direct oversight.