Mental Health Clinical Faculty; Part-Time): Delaware

Job Description

Chamberlain College of Nursing is seeking a part‑time Mental Health Clinical Faculty for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program in Delaware. The role is onsite, conducted in a clinical setting with one of our clinical partners, typically involving 12‑hour rotations (7 a.m. – 7 p.m.) for three to four consecutive days.

The course emphasizes how individuals function in society, covering anxiety, self‑concept, thought disorders, mood alterations, addictive behaviors, organic brain dysfunction, abuse and violence issues. It also addresses health promotion, wellness, stress management, personal growth, therapeutic communication, individual and group therapy practices, and community mental‑health resources.

• Implements the College's philosophy, curriculum, program outcomes, and course objectives through clinical teaching and service to the College, community, health system, and profession.
• Assumes responsibility for all autonomous aspects of individual teaching assignments.
• Plans clinical experiences for and provides direct supervision and evaluation of nursing students delivering nursing care to an individual or group of individuals.
• Evaluates and provides documented feedback to students on level of performance based on course objectives.
• Is available for remediation of students as required or needed.
• Orients and maintains current knowledge related to agency/clinical policies, procedures, and expectations with the assistance of agency/clinical personnel.
• Develops and posts written clinical assignments consistent with student knowledge base, skill competency, and individual learning needs.
• Grades homework, quizzes, tests, lab assignments, clinical paperwork, and other written work in a timely manner.
• May teach didactic course content under supervision of the course coordinator.
• Keeps the course coordinator informed of all student and agency issues and concerns.
• Reports to the dean or assistant dean; the course coordinator provides direct oversight.

• A master’s or doctoral degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited college or university.
• An unencumbered professional nursing license in the state of Delaware.
• At least two years of professional experience within the last five years in the area of instruction as a registered nurse.
• Teaching or precepting experience is preferred but not required.
• Genuine passion for nursing, education, and lifelong learning.
• Exceptional subject matter expertise with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Eager to serve students and colleagues with passion, respect, and care.
• Operate with a sense of responsibility and purpose with the desire to enrich colleagues, students, and the broader community.
• Illinois RN License will be required to teach all courses (course assignments prioritized to professors who are currently licensed in Illinois).

The expected compensation rate for this position is between $1,120 per assignment and $7,245 per assignment, depending on the candidate’s education and experience. Actual pay may be adjusted based on job‑related factors permitted by law such as type of course taught, experience and training, geographic location, licensure and certifications, market factors, departmental budgets, and responsibility.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation