Adjunct Instructor Pool-Graduate Programs of Nursing Practice

Job Title

Adjunct Instructor Pool-Graduate Programs of Nursing Practice

The Adjunct Family Nurse Practitioner Program faculty member is responsible for course development and teaching (including clinical supervision as appropriate) in online Graduate Programs in Nursing Practice. Responsibilities include assisting the Program Director in developing courses within an innovative curriculum, delivering instruction within scope of expertise, helping to ensure adherence to accreditation and regulatory expectations. Applicants must be open to including evidence‑based, complementary, and integrative approaches as appropriate in courses taught, and support a culture of self‑care for students.

Applicants with diverse expertise are invited and considered based upon current needs of the program.

Develops, implements, maintains, and evaluates Graduate Nursing courses as assigned. Prepares learning experiences and delivers instruction for online graduate level nursing courses.

Develops clinical practicum partnerships and supervises students in clinical practicum experiences (as appropriate within workload assignment).

Adheres to the established class schedule and office hours requirements. Submits contracts, book requests, syllabi, grades, evaluations, and other required paperwork and reports in a timely manner

Earned doctorate in nursing (doctoral candidates who will complete degree within 12 months of hire are eligible to apply); certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (or related area as accepted by accrediting body); and unencumbered license (or eligible for approval) as an advanced practice nurse in Texas are required.

Experience as a faculty member in a nursing higher education program is required.

Experience as a faculty member for a graduate nursing program is preferred. Experience in online education is preferred. Experience as a practicing advanced practice nurse is required. On‑going certification during employment is required.

• Thorough understanding of Family Nurse Practitioner practice models, national standards, professional issues and their application.
• Thorough understanding of effective pedagogical approaches.
• Basic understanding of online educational approaches.
• Familiarity with academic policies and procedures of higher education institutions.
• Thorough understanding of the rules, standards, regulations and laws related to student and patient information and records including FERPA and HIPPA .

• Ability to develop new Graduate Nursing courses with innovative approaches that value relationship centered and whole‑person care.
• Ability to develop and work with an inter‑professional team to bring concepts of mind body‑spirit connections, relationship‑centered patient care, self‑care, and practice management to the curriculum.
• Ability to model desired professional practice.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to demonstrate and provide excellent service to both the University and the community.
• Ability to work effectively with other University personnel.

2016AS917P

• 1. What is your Philosophy for serving students?

  (Open Ended Question)

• 2. How do you bring a sense of the whole person (mind-body-spirit) into your practice?

  (Open Ended Question)

• 3. What is your philosophy of self‑care for the professional in supporting resilience?

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Current Employee Application (for internal applicants)
• Letter of Recommendation
• Education Certification (if necessary)