Nursing Faculty, Full time-Corona, CA

About the role

The Full-Time Nursing Faculty supports Westcliff University's mission by facilitating student learning aligned with course and program outcomes. They provide leadership as an educator, mentor, and role model, fostering an innovative and accountable academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned course load and maintains regular office hours.
• Participates in course and program assessment for continuous improvement.
• Updates course materials and syllabi in alignment with shared governance.
• Uses diverse teaching methods to support student achievement of learning outcomes.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for teaching and student engagement.
• Provides timely feedback and academic advising per University protocols.
• Maintains teaching effectiveness through student, peer, and administrative evaluations, and student outcomes.
• Actively mentors students and integrates scholarly and cross-disciplinary approaches to enhance instruction.
• Contributes to the discipline through research or professional activities related to teaching or subject expertise, and actively participates in professional organizations through publications, presentations, or related contributions.
• Participates in department, college, and university meetings as approved.
• Demonstrates collegial, professional, and ethical conduct.
• Builds connections within and beyond the University community.
• Actively engages in University initiatives and contributes to curriculum assessment and revision to ensure quality.
• Provides ongoing service through leadership or participation in at least one area: community, profession, or University, including service on at least one University-wide committee.
• May support program analysis for student success and collaborates with the Manager of Clinical Affiliations to coordinate clinical experiences.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing
• Current unencumbered Registered Nurse License
• Meets the Board of Registered Nursing requirements as stipulated in their statutes
• Experience in teaching nursing skills lab including simulated learning environments
• Previous teaching experience including curriculum development, assessment and evaluation
• Ability to navigate electronic learning platforms
• Proficient in Google and Microsoft Suites
• Post master’s certificate in nursing education, doctoral degree in nursing practice (DNP), and/or PhD in Nursing

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of nursing education and pedagogy
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and educational platforms

Benefits

Westcliff University offers outstanding benefits to support your well-being, including:

• Flexible work schedule
• Competitive salary
• Professional development opportunities
• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Employee assistance program

Pay

The pay range for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 annually.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.