Part-Time Nursing Faculty (MSN Required)

About the role

Nursing Faculty is responsible for instructing students in assigned courses, on-campus labs and/or in the clinical area according to the course plan. This person participates in the planning and development of the curriculum of the nursing programs as well as in the implementation and evaluation of the program of study.

Responsibilities

• Promotes a positive learning environment in classroom, on-campus labs and clinical sites
• Advises nursing students on course, program, and career issues
• Evaluates each student’s achievement and progress
• Recommends strategies for success and tutors students to assist them in meeting course objectives
• Refers nursing students to nursing lab for skill development as needed
• Instructs nursing students in assigned courses, on-campus labs and/or clinical according to the course plan
• Works collaboratively with all members of the College to assure full implementation of the curriculum
• Reviews class syllabus that follows the designed curriculum plan and explains course requirements
• Participates in course faculty meetings across campuses to assure consistent implementation of assigned courses as written
• Directs and supervises the activities of clinical faculty and teaching assistants, if utilized
• Ensures that instructional materials covered in class are coordinated with clinical activities
• Communicates with clinical faculty and teaching assistants to record attendance, mentor faculty, and track student performance issues
• Holds regularly scheduled course meetings on campus with clinical faculty and teaching assistants
• Affirms minutes from meetings are on file
• Affirms clinical faculty members are implementing the clinical component of the course as written
• Implements the clinical component of the program as follows (if applicable):
• Establishes and communicates clinical objectives within the course framework to students, preceptor and staff at the clinical site
• Orients nursing students to the clinical site as well as to pertinent policy and procedures
• Plans the student clinical experience consistent with course outcomes, established clinical learning objectives and student learning needs
• Affirms student assignments are understood by students and clearly communicated to staff
• Supervises student experiences in accordance with Michigan Administrative Code R 338.10309
• Evaluates the student’s experience, achievement and progress in relation to the clinical objectives and outcomes established for the course
• Sums up the data and reports findings to the student; includes completion of the clinical evaluation tools and grading of required student paperwork
• Assigns observational experiences within the clinical day which are appropriate to meet course objectives
• Acts as an ambassador of the College at all times when interacting with colleagues, staff, students, patients and families
• Participates in evaluative studies related to program improvement

Requirements

• Master’s degree in nursing (MSN) is required
• Three years full-time experience in the practice of nursing as a registered nurse or part-time equivalent
• Active Ohio RN license that has never been encumbered
• Current Basic Life Support CPR certification (BLS) compliant with the American Heart Association
• General Credentialing Requirements:
• Provides copies of official transcripts for all degrees earned
• Provides a copy of current American Heart Association BLS or ACLS CPR card
• Completes a physical form (from within the last 12 months)
• Immunization documentation for:
• Hepatitis B
• M-M-R/TDAP/Tetanus
• MMR/TDAP/Tetanus
• Varicella
• Flu (October 1 – April 1 hires)

About Us

Since 2006, Hondros College of Nursing has been graduating high-quality, work-ready nurses who enter the field with exceptional clinical, communication and collaborative skills. Our approach is focused and direct — truly the Better Way to Become a Nurse. Our unique Learn and Earn Ladder approach sets Hondros College of Nursing apart from the typical educational path. After completing one program, students can work as a nurse and earn income before taking the next step — or they can keep progressing through each program to the next level. No matter which route they take, Hondros nurses always receive an unprecedented amount of support in a student-centric, family-like environment.