Adjunct Faculty, Graduate Nursing

Job Description

Adjunct Faculty, Graduate Nursing | Saint Xavier University

The Tone:
This is a part-time Adjunct Faculty role at Saint Xavier University. The university is deeply committed to its Mercy mission and is known for its excellent teaching in the Graduate Nursing program. This position is crucial for delivering high-quality instruction that supports student success and addresses the unique educational needs of a diverse student body. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about teaching within a multicultural environment and effectively engaging with students who have varying learning abilities.

The TL;DR
• Role: Part Time
• Type: Part-time
• Location: Not specified

• Mission: Deliver high-quality instruction and support student success within the Graduate Nursing program.
• Tech Stack: Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, Excel, Outlook, Canvas

What You’ll Actually Do
• Instruction: Plan and deliver engaging courses in various settings, including classroom, lab, and clinical environments, tailored for graduate nursing students.
• Delivery: Teach courses using diverse modes such as in-person, online, hybrid, or blended formats, with a preference for on-campus, in-person instruction.
• Assessment: Evaluate student performance and progress fairly and effectively, considering the needs of a diverse student body.
• Communication: Maintain open, timely, and collaborative communication within the department to support program goals.
• Administration: Ensure all required paperwork related to instruction, including grades and attendance, is submitted accurately and on time.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Master’s Degree in Nursing is required for this role, though a Doctoral Degree in Nursing is strongly preferred to further enhance the graduate program.
• Experience: Candidates must possess documented proficiency in online teaching. This includes a mandatory completion of a 3-week course focused on online teaching principles and strategies to ensure effective digital instruction.
• Skills: Required proficiency knowledge in advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health assessment, which are fundamental to graduate nursing. Clinical expertise is also essential, specifically as a Nurse Educator, Clinical Leader, or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). Additionally, excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary for effective instruction and departmental interaction.
• Bonus: Proficiency knowledge in various software applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, Excel, Outlook, and the Canvas learning management system is encouraged to facilitate teaching and administrative tasks.