Nursing Adjunct Instructor - Medical Surgical Clinical

Nursing Adjunct Instructor - Medical Surgical Clinical

Position Title:

Nursing Adjunct Instructor – Medical Surgical Clinical

Position Type:
Temporary, Part‑Time

Hiring and

Work Location:

Terry Campus – Dover, DE

Salary: $53.65 per hour

Classification

Title:

Adjunct Instructor – Nursing – Medical Surgical

Job Code: 2501 (PT)

Summary:

The incumbent is responsible for developing and improving curricula, instructing assigned courses, evaluating student learning, and fostering student success.

• Plan, organize, and instruct courses as assigned by the Department Chairperson/supervisor using effective instructional strategies, LMS, classroom management, leadership, and educational technology to promote student success. Normal teaching contact hours are 18 per week.
• Demonstrate best practices in instruction and classroom management responsive to students’ diverse academic needs.
• Use instructional technology, including multimedia, to meet learning objectives.
• Assist or lead in planning and/or developing new curriculum and courses; evaluate and revise existing curriculum; contribute to program review.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of Student Learning Outcomes Assessment (SLOA).
• Serve as an advisor for students, utilizing advisement strategies and tools to promote retention and progression.
• Assist students toward successful completion of courses by providing outreach, guidance, feedback, supplemental instruction, tutoring, and other approved academic support.
• Maintain accessibility to students; provide a minimum of six posted office hours per week.
• Maintain timely and accurate student records, including grades, progress, and attendance.
• Work collaboratively with faculty and staff to facilitate department and college operations.
• Assist in attaining and maintaining program accreditation.
• Complete the New Faculty Development Program (NFDP) during the one‑year probationary period and, if required, the Instructional Design Technology Certificate.
• Engage in continuous professional development to remain current within the nursing discipline.
• Participate in departmental, campus, and college meetings; serve on committees; advise student clubs as assigned.
• Participate in developing and implementing college policies, objectives, and functions, including program planning, marketing, budget development, and public relations.
• Provide support for operations, events, and processes that enhance recruitment, enrollment, advisement, transfer, and employment as assigned.
• Participate in day, evening, and weekend program staffing as requested.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum four (4) years of nursing experience with a primary focus in adult medical‑surgical settings.
• Valid license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Delaware or a compact state at the time of application and during employment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of nursing subject matter, teaching methods, clinical skills, and protocols; ability to communicate subject matter to a diverse population.
• Ability to function in a clinical setting without limitation; meeting required functions for a clinical faculty member.
• Required vaccines and clearance required by the facility;
  Minimum BSN; 4 years of maternity experience.
• Proficiency in computers and electronic instructional methodology; knowledge of competency‑based learning.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Inclusive environment facilitation and respect for diverse learning styles.
• Commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
• Visual acuity with corrective lenses; hearing ability; motor skills to maneuver patient care equipment; communication proficiency; problem‑solving; emotional stability under stress.

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts
• First Letter of Reference
• Second Letter of Reference
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application (optional)
• Teaching Philosophy (optional)
• Writing Sample (optional)
• Curriculum Vitae (optional)
• Other Document (optional)
• Multimedia (optional)