Clinical Instructor - Cortland, NY

Duties And Responsibilities

• Successfully complete Excelsior University and clinical site-specific onboarding and training requirements
• Fulfill all requirements and adhere to all institution policies identified in the Excelsior University Clinical Faculty Handbook
• Work 2 non-consecutive weekends at a clinical site during an 8-week course term
• Grade all clinical assignments using the included rubrics by the course-specific due dates
• Remain present for the entire clinical day, adhering to the full duration of clinical hours indicated
• Plan and coordinate patient assignments for each student in the clinical group, consistent with the course and clinical objectives
• Demonstrate competency with nursing skills and associated technology (EHR, automated medication dispensing system, smart intravenous pumps, etc.)
• Demonstrate familiarity with assigned clinical unit(s), facility policies and procedures; complete all facility required training
• Participate in pre- and post-clinical activities with assigned students within Canvas LMS
• Conduct synchronous Zoom sessions with students as indicated by the course
• Exhibit content and skill-based expertise when engaging with students; provide relevant evidence based professional examples pertinent to the topic
• Provide students with individualized feedback summarizing strengths and areas in need of improvement
• Complete individual clinical evaluation rubrics for each student in a timely manner

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in nursing required; or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with active enrollment in and progression toward a master's or doctoral degree in Nursing
• Candidates must possess the expertise necessary to support teaching, curriculum development, and program evaluation activities
• Minimum of 5 years of RN experience in varied clinical areas, caring for patients across the lifespan
• Current clinical experience within an acute care hospital setting
• Experience supervising nursing students and/or new graduate RNs
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to present information clearly, concisely, and accurately; friendly, persuasive speaking and writing style
• Experience with various modes of educational technology, including video conferencing software
• Current BLS certification

Pay

Compensation for serving as a Clinical Instructor is $5,000.00. Payments are processed on a bi-weekly payroll cycle beginning with the next feasible pay period after the close of late registration. Please note all teaching fees are subject to federal, state, and/or local withholding taxes.