Adjunct Faculty

General Summary: 

This is an adjunct faculty position in the Graduate Nursing and Health Profession program beginning January 2025. The faculty will teach a 3-credit Applied Theoretical Foundations course during the spring semester and a 3-credit Education Practice Seminar during an 8-week summer session both offered in an online format. The position involves course planning, orientation to college processes and systems, teaching and assessment of students, and evaluation of courses. Teaching both courses involves three or four synchronous video class sessions, online interaction with students, and occasional meetings with students.

A graduate degree in nursing, unencumbered RN license in Nebraska, earned doctorate, and previous experience teaching online graduate courses are required. The candidate must have experience with  the dissertation process. 
 

Adjunct Faculty appointments are made for specified courses and for a specified term or terms as needed. 

The Adjunct Faculty of the College of Health Sciences demonstrates implementation of the mission, vision, goals and values of the College as well as the philosophy of the division in which he/she is assigned. 

The Adjunct Faculty is responsible for development, planning, implementation and evaluation of the theoretical and clinical components of assigned courses.  Demonstrates the ability to teach in individual, small and large group settings and functions under the direction of the Dean of the program.  Participates in ongoing systematic evaluation activities as assigned.

Principal Job Functions:  

1.  *Plans, implements and evaluates educational activities according to College policies, course credits, course objectives and available resources.
2.  Applies College values and philosophy in work activities and interactions with others.
3. *Relates professionally to colleagues and serves in faculty roles of advisor, mentor, role model, advocate, facilitator and competent educator.
4.  *Utilizes instructional methods which promote student development of critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making and life long learning.
5.  * Conveys knowledge and principles of the field of study clearly and concisely in the educational setting.
6.  *Manages the educational environment to facilitate an optimal learning experience.
7.  Participates in formal and informal department ongoing systematic evaluation of the program and College as appropriate.
8.  Maintains confidential environment and respects learner and privacy.
9.  Maintains currency in field of study and incorporates evolving trends into teaching.
10. Supports College committee decisions and offers input as appropriate in development of educational policies.
11. *Adapts teaching to varied delivery methods including distance-learning options is applicable.
12. *Initiates communication about concerns or problems with appropriate personnel.
 

Education and Experience: 

Graduate Nurse Anesthesia Program:  Certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) required.  Masters degree in Nursing or related field of study required with Doctoral degree preferred.  Previous teaching experience preferred.

Graduate Nursing Program:  Masters degree in Nursing or related field of study required with Doctoral degree in Nursing or related field of study preferred for Masters-level courses.  Doctorate in Nursing or related field of study required for Doctoral-level courses required.  Previous teaching experience preferred.