What are the responsibilities and job description for the FT Faculty - Course Coordinator - Nursing Skill Development position at Goodwin University?
The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.
The School of Nursing and Health Professions at Goodwin University is seeking a MSN prepared individual to serve as a full-time (12 months) Course Coordinator for the Nursing Skill Development - NUR 100 for the Associate Degree Nursing Program beginning the Fall, 2026.
We are seeking applicants whose teaching responsibilities will include laboratory, clinical and classroom teaching.
This individual will:
- Teach the didactic adult medical / surgical content of NUR 100 for 15 weeks each semester (Fall, Spring and Summer)
- Facilitate the clinical experience in adult medical/surgical clinical settings relevant to NUR100
- Provide oversight of all NUR100 clinical adjunct faculty
- Facilitate the clinical experience in the laboratory and help to coordinate the clinical placements for NUR100
- Review and provide weekly feedback to students about their clinical performance and paperwork
- Complete midterm and final evaluations for assigned clinical group/s
- Submit the clinicals sign-up for the NUR100 clinicals at the conclusion of each semester
- Successful applicants will be expected to participate in departmental and University committees, faculty meetings, curriculum development, community day, graduation and contribute to student retention
- Other duties as assigned
- Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.
Other Functions:
- Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
- Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
- Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.
Knowledge, Ability, and Skill:
- Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion and working in an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity
Qualifications:
- Prepared at the MSN level
- 3-5 years of adult nursing experience with a firm understanding of medical / surgical nursing
- Teaching experience with RN students is preferred
- An active license or eligibility for licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Connecticut.
- Clinical expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Health and Physical Assessment
- Pharmacotherapy
- Fundamentals of Nursing
- Demonstrated evidence of commitment to scholarly activities and service in the profession.
- Excellent teaching, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
Full-Time Employee Benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- 401k employer match
- Employee & dependent life insurance
- Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
- PTO program
- Flexible work schedules
(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the University as the needs of the University and requirements of the job change.)