Annual Faculty Med Surg, BSN

About the role

Job Description Summary: Samuel Merritt University graduates improve health outcomes and reduce disparities for all members of our communities. We have spent more than a century preparing outstanding healthcare professionals through immersive learning and community engagement, and are deeply committed to transforming healthcare through diversity and inclusion. At the School of Nursing, we are at the forefront of educational innovation in theory and practice to prepare highly competent professional nursing leaders who are engaged in the advancement of nursing practice and the improvement of health for diverse populations/peoples. Our mission is to prepare highly skilled nurse clinicians and nurse leaders who promote health and well-being across diverse populations and communities, recognize the importance of Social Determinants of Health, and practice with compassion, kindness, and respect. Join a team of dedicated educators! Our faculty are known for their passion for growing the nursing vocation. With this passion, we strive to awaken curiosity in our students and instill lifelong learning. Congruent with our values, we work hard to inspire service and leadership in our students and in our surrounding communities. For this reason, the role of faculty is vitally important because of their unmatched position to shape the professional and personal development of graduates. Adjunct faculty are responsible for creating a positive learning environment for students in accordance with the educational objectives of the course and implement the policies identified in the course syllabus to ensure the successful achievement of course objectives. This is an annual faculty position teaching medical-surgical nursing in our BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) program located at the Oakland campus. This position is open until filled and reports to the BSN Program Director. Duties and Responsibilities: Teaching (92%) * Creates a dynamic, learner-centered environment that uses a variety of teaching methods that support the diverse learning needs of the student population and that are based on educational theory and evidence-based teaching and clinical practices. Models reflective and critical thinking and serves as a coach and mentor for students; confers with them on their progress and assists them in developing learning plans to facilitate achievement of course objectives. Maintains and enhances competence in subjects being taught. Confers with colleagues to ensure the integrity of the courses across programs and the curriculum. Prepares and reviews written examinations, papers, and student projects. Notifies the Course Manager of at-risk students and any issues at the clinical sites. Supervises or teaches clinical rotations as needed in acute, community, and laboratory settings and internship/preceptorship courses. Documents student progress on appropriate forms. Instructional assignments may be assigned at any SMU campus. Other duties as assigned. Service (7%) * Participate in Faculty Organization meetings Participate in College of Nursing Faculty meetings Participate in University or College committees as needed Provide service to the profession and the community Participate in University and CoN events as specified in University and CoN attendance expectations. Clarify with the student the nursing curriculum and interpretation of programmatic requirements Provide needed information so students can make the best academic decisions for themselves Increase student awareness of educational resources available Discuss student academic progress and progression toward educational goals Refer to other institutional and community support services, where appropriate Forward appropriate student information regarding needs and preferences that could influence policy setting in the CoN and enhance the learning environment. *** 1722 instructional and 150 service hours comprise a regular, 12-month annual faculty appointment. * (NOTE: Total workload for a regular, 12-month annual faculty appointment is 1872 hours - 1722 teaching and 150 service hours.) Minimum Qualifications & Requirements Education & Experience Earned master's in nursing required, doctorate in nursing or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning, preferred Geriatric certification, preferred Teaching experience of diverse students at the baccalaureate or higher degree level, preferred Rank is commensurate with qualifications and experience Unencumbered California registered nurse license or eligible for licensure in California Experience working with leadership in healthcare and academic institutions and community organizations, preferred Must be qualified to teach relevant coursework in accordance with California BRN requirements