Nursing Faculty Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Nursing.
• Unencumbered / Current nursing license.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum of three (3) years current professional experience related to assigned clinical practice area of teaching.
• Relevant/Current certifications/licenses as required by teaching assignment.
• Ability to teach 8 or 12 hr clinical.
• Enjoy working with the public and be able to relate well with diverse students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrate a professional manner and attire.
• Demonstrate effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication behaviors.
• Demonstrated effective knowledge and use of presentation, facilitation, and technology skills.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically, analyze data, and read/process written information.

Responsibilities

• Bring clinical expertise to the clinical learning environment and transfer knowledge to students.
• Establish and promote an effective learning environment for students with diverse interests, abilities, needs, and expectations.
• Teach clinical courses as contracted each semester.
• Attend and be prepared for scheduled clinical sessions.
• Provide instructional opportunities for entire scheduled learning time.
• Conduct pre and post clinical sessions.
• Understand the Davenport University Nursing curriculum.
• Prepare instructional course syllabi and materials.
• Provide input and feedback on selected textbooks and instructional resource and electronic materials used in Lab, Didactic and clinical.
• Conduct clinical in accordance with established course outlines and approved instructional materials.
• Guide students in their educational processes by referring them for assistance regarding their program/schedules, academic progress, specialized services within the University, and/or up-to-date information about educational/occupational opportunities.
• Be accessible to assist students with questions and in completion of assignments as delineated in the course syllabus.
• Access information on current issues through University communications.
• Maintain all records-student/classroom/department (i.e. grades, attendance, etc.)- in compliance with the University Instructional Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Maintain and demonstrate a positive approach that provides for innovation and personal growth.
• Understand and abide by all external and internal regulations and policies.
• Maintain and demonstrate a high level of professional ethics.
• Participate in evaluation process for clinical which includes; clinical agency and site evaluation.

Benefits

• A workplace that is meaningful, fulfilling, and enriching
• Opportunity to grow your career
• Make a lasting impact on students, fellow co-workers, and the communities
• Variable pay range based on education level, teaching experience at DU, and class level
• Flexible hours while earning additional income
• Tuition Remission
• Davenport 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Access to Professional Development
• Free Parking
• Library Services – onsite and virtual
• Fitness Center Access
• Athletic Pass to DU Sporting Events
• Bookstore/On-line Spirit Store Discount