Adjunct Lecturer in Online Nursing PMHNP Program

About the role

The Richard and Sheila Young School of Nursing is seeking applicants for adjunct online teaching positions in the graduate nurse practitioner and DNP programs. These positions work collaboratively with the Dean of Nursing, Assistant Dean of Nursing, and Graduate Program Directors.

Responsibilities

• Teach online nursing students admitted at various entry points (for example, associate degree through doctoral).
• Deliver online teaching content via Moodle online learning management platform (didactic and/or practicum content).
• Problem-solve and provide course oversight, maintaining ongoing, professional, clear, and consistent communication with students, Course Coordinators, Program Directors, Associate Dean or Assistant Dean of Online Nursing, and others as necessary through various modalities including electronic email, telephone calls, text messages or virtual meetings.
• Adhere to Regis College’s policy for faculty course presence, grading turnaround time, and student response time.
• Maintain and attend required office hours.
• Maintain expertise in online teaching methodologies.
• Complete end-of-course evaluations.
• Attend all Adjunct Faculty mandatory meetings called by Course Coordinator and others, as requested.
• Complete midterm and final grade reports in a timely manner.
• Provide students alternative learning experiences.
• Hold group meetings, drop-ins, and study groups for students as needed.
• Monitor student participation in courses.
• Aid in connecting students with resources offered by the college.

Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree preferred (degree in process considered); Master’s Degree in Nursing with Nurse Practitioner Certification; CNE preferred and/or Online teaching course work preferred.
• Active and unencumbered RN/APRN licensure in home state and RN license in Massachusetts prior to employment for all NP tracks; maintain active licensure throughout teaching.
• Active APRN practice, if applicable, in-home state, for all NP specialty clinical/didactic courses.
• Other credentials will be considered on a case-by-case basis depending upon the experience and expertise of the applicant.
• Current experience with online teaching preferred.
• Technology Experience: Microsoft Word and Excel; Zoom for conducting synchronous meetings; various learning management platforms; consistent and reliable internet access; reliable personal computer; consistent and reliable phone service.
• Willingness to obtain licensure in related states per BON requirements. Initial requested additional state licensure may be reimbursable by Regis College and renewal of licensure at candidate’s expense.
• Ability to uphold the university’s commitment to inclusive excellence in a diverse educational community.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Work at a distance, home based. Normal office environment, not subject to extremes in noise, odors, etc. May spend extended periods at terminal, on telephone, or operating other office machines requiring eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity.

Pay

$1,535.87 per credit