Lecturer Pool - Nursing: Pediatrics/Obstetrics AY 2026/27

CSU Careers•San Marcos, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The School of Nursing at California State University San Marcos accepts applications on an on-going basis for our Pediatrics/OB pool of part-time lecturers for the Academic Year 2026/27. This is a pool ad for specific Pediatrics/OB laboratory courses. The role involves teaching and role-modeling, clinical/simulation supervision, and other duties as assigned. Clinical days, hours, and sites vary within San Diego County and Riverside County. The position requires effective face-to-face instruction and assessment techniques to promote students’ successful achievement of course learning competencies.

Requirements

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
BRN Faculty requirement: Pediatric (Acute Care Peds) or OB (L&D & Post-Partum) nursing work experience within the previous 5 years (NICU only experience not accepted).
Direct patient care experience which can be met by: (A) One (1) year's continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in the designated nursing area; or (B) One (1) academic year of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience in the designated nursing area or its equivalent that demonstrates clinical competency.
State licensure by the California Board of Registered Nursing
Meet the School of Nursing’s requirements regarding current immunizations and CPR licensure
Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate in Nursing (DNP, PhD, or EdD with emphasis on Nursing Education)
Experience teaching a pediatric or OB clinical course
Demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction in a clear and engaging manner, appropriate to the student experience and expertise, to assist them in meeting course learning outcomes and completing required clinical hours.
Provide hands-on demonstration of nursing care as needed, ensuring care is consistent with the clinical agency, accreditation standards, and regulatory guidelines.
Create topics of discussion and education information for post-conferences, in coordination with the Course Coordinator, syllabus, and corresponding didactic course.
Model professional nursing behavior and communication at all times.
Complete weekly evaluation of student’s clinical practice and document both positive progression and areas for improvement.
Utilize SoN resources to ensure student success and notify the Course Coordinator if a student is not progressing as needed.
Assist students to master course material by being available through office hours and by helping them to access other School of Nursing resources.
Utilize computer and application-based technologies as required to complete instructional and assessment duties, including using the assigned Cougar Course.
Assign grades and maintain course/student records in accordance with university and school requirements and deadlines.
Communicate effectively with the course coordinator, colleagues, laboratory staff, and/or clinical agency personnel to resolve issues or concerns.
Work effectively as part of the overall faculty team demonstrating positive and collaborative interpersonal relations to meet student needs.
Attend faculty meetings.
Complete all SoN orientation requirements and respond to administrative requests and inservice requirements in a timely manner.
Collaborate with clinical agency personnel to arrange site orientations and clinical experiences, to ensure compliance with all agency and other regulatory requirements.
Prepare clinical experiences at the assigned clinical site prior to student arrival to facilitate student learning and respect clinical facility norms and operations.
Provide students with appropriate learning experiences whenever possible; revise clinical assignments as needed, based on student progression.
Supervise students in successfully completing course requirements, including demonstrating, modeling, and assisting with the full range of patient care situations.
Collaborate with Simulation team as directed during students' simulation experience.
Maintain professional practice knowledge base and skills needed to instruct learners in contemporary nursing practice for the assigned course.
Complete annual performance evaluation per university requirements.
Other duties may include assisting the SoN with the course and/or program revision/development, assisting with research, and participating in committees as an active member of the faculty.