Adjunct Instructor, Nursing

Adjunct Instructor, Nursing Department

Dominican University invites applicants for adjunct teaching positions in nursing for future semesters. Instructors are sought on a rolling basis in anticipation of future program needs. There is no start date or Final date to receive applications; candidates may be contacted regarding their interest in future opportunities as they arise. Adjunct Faculty appointments are per semester and contingent upon enrollment. Responsibilities will include undergraduate instruction in didactic and/or clinical sections in the area(s) of expertise.

• Provide exemplary instruction in the didactic, simulation lab, and clinical areas of teaching
• Participate in mentoring and role modeling for nursing students
• Collaborate with the Clinical Placement Manager for appropriate and optimal student placement
• Partner with the Clinical Simulation Manager to develop, implement, and evaluate clinical scenarios within the simulation laboratory environment to optimize student learning outcomes

• Illinois license as a Professional Registered Nurse
• MSN
• Two years of current nursing practice experience
• Current clinical practice in one or more of the following:
  Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Community Health nursing, Mental Health, and/or Medical/Surgical nursing

• Doctoral degree
• Evidence of undergraduate teaching excellence

Dominican University will accept applications for this position until it is filled. Please submit a (1) cover letter, (2) CV/resume, including a list of references, and (3) a one to two-page teaching philosophy statement. Official transcripts will be required of finalists; submission instructions will be provided to applicants as necessary.

• Ability to spend moderate durations of the workday standing or walking around
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Note:
  
  Accommodation will be made for applicants who cannot meet these physical demands

• Salary: $1,400 - $6,000. The actual pay is determined based on credentials, experience, course level, and credit hours. Pay could differ for directed study courses.
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt, Part-Time

Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.

About Dominican University

Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment. Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students.

Institutional Statement

Dominican University is committed to fostering a supportive academic community that provides access and opportunity for all our students. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal and state employment regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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