Clinical/Lab Instructor for Prelicensure Nursing

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Position Summary

As a Clinical/Lab Instructor and faculty member, the primary responsibility is the implementation of the academic programs. Nursing Instructors are assigned teaching responsibilities in a clinical or lab course and are expected to contribute to the achievement of the missions of teaching, research, and service. Faculty is accountable to the Director of Academic Operations (DAO) and the Dean of Health Professions & Education.

Location
Utica, NY

Application Deadline
• Full consideration by*:

Open Until Filled
Yes

Major Responsibilities
• Facilitate effective student learning in the appropriate clinical/lab setting and via the online learning environment.
• Teaching expectation is 6 sections per each of the 3 terms. Provide clinical section coverage if not at full load.
• Provide adequate guidance for students in the clinical/lab setting related to professionalism, practice, and research.
• Ensure effective evaluations of student practice.
• Provide a supportive learning environment.
• Provide feedback about the teaching/learning process to Course Coordinators when designated by administrators.
• Provide feedback on progress to DAO and Program Director.
• Contribute to Academic Program
• Participate in the development and progress of the academic programs by contributing to the development of curriculum, teaching materials, and evaluation measures.
• Collaborate with the DAO and complete assignments as requested.
• Collaborate effectively with the Healthcare Partner and its staff.
• Maintain and Teach Nursing Knowledge
• Maintain current knowledge of the extended campuses Nursing curriculum, policies, and requirements.
• Maintains clinical competence and knowledge in area of expertise.

Driving Responsibilities

This position does not require routine travel using a University-owned or University-rented

vehicle.

Travel

Supervises
This position does not supervise other staff.

Education & Experience Qualifications
• A master's degree in nursing is desired, or currently enrolled in a Master's program.
• Additional ongoing certifications and training are desired.
• Practice: Evidence of a minimum of two years of successful professional nursing practice.
• Teaching Experience: Evidence of a minimum of two years of teaching experience (preferred).

Minimum Skills/Abilities
• Clinical Competence: Able to function with professional accountability in clinical settings.
• Teaching Competence: Able to create a climate conducive to positive student learning.
• Technology Competence: Able to use computer technology (Word, PowerPoint, E-mail, Internet) at a minimum
• Recognize the importance of distance education and be willing to facilitate distance education.
• Must provide a high level of professional nursing care to patients and clients.
• Function as a role model for professional nursing and communicate this role to students.
• Maintain knowledge of the health needs of one's own community and its healthcare services.
• Ability to accept shared responsibility for the planning and implementation of assigned courses, program planning activities, and other needs of the academic programs.
• Ability to provide a supportive learning environment for students.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, staff, students, agency personnel, and others as necessary in providing public service.
• Demonstrate commitment to continued professional learning.

Applicant Documents Instructions

Additional information
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

EEO/AA Statement

Utica University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and creating a welcoming work environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, or protected status under applicable local, state, or federal law.

Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans

Utica University is a comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 to offer options for higher education study to veterans returning from the Second World War. More than seventy years since veterans returned from WWII, this tradition of serving veterans is still held in high regard here at Utica University, and we are proud to welcome veterans as students and as valued members of our faculty and professional staff.