Faculty - Nursing

Central Maine Medical Center•Lewiston, ME

19h

About The Position

Maine College of Health Professions is seeking a Nursing Faculty to support the Nursing Faculty team. Maine College of Health Professions is a private, not-for-profit institution of higher education that is home to Maine’s first nursing and medical imaging programs. Maine College of Health Professions enriches lives through providing exceptional education in health professions, supporting student success, and inspiring lifelong learning. We emphasize interpersonal, interprofessional, and community collaboration, and we prioritize excellence in patient care, student learning, and scholarship. The Nursing Instructor will teach in MCHP’s Associate of Applied Science in Nursing and RN to BSN degree programs and provide exemplary student support. This faculty position is expected to use a variety of teaching modalities (online, face-to-face, and hybrid) in a variety of settings (didactic and clinical), have experience and comfort with academic technology, and be willing to actively engage in innovation. The Instructor is tasked with creating effective student learning experiences that support student success.

Requirements

A master’s degree in nursing from an accredited university or college
Current license to practice as a registered nurse in Maine or documentation of pursuit of a license to practice in Maine
Current American Heart Association healthcare provider BLS certification
Two (2) or more years of experience in the practice of professional nursing, preferably in the clinical area in which student clinical laboratory experiences will occur
Willingness to work according to a flexible schedule (nights and weekends may be required)
Knowledge of curriculum development and planning
Knowledge of educational technology
Knowledge and understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
Skills in effectively managing classes, including planning and student performance assessment
Skills in communicating well, both orally and in writing
Skills in effectively engaging critical thinking
Skills in strategic thinking
Ability to apply learning theory in the classroom
Ability to meet deadlines and perform a variety of tasks under pressure
Ability to be self-motivated, self-directed, and work independently
Ability to adhere to principles of trust, integrity, teamwork, and positive collaboration
Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards i. I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environmentii. I am actively listening and seeking informationiii. I am honest, truthful, and consistentiv. I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathyv. I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriatevi. I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamworkvii. I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.
Demonstrated ability to direct and triage in a highly fluid dynamic operational environment.
Ability to collaborate with all layers of the management/ administration team

Nice To Haves

Previous teaching experience in undergraduate or graduate nursing program
Doctoral degree
Experience in course design, instructional delivery, and the elements of effective teaching and learning
Familiarity with Quality Matters