Part-Time Nursing Faculty (MSN Required)

Nursing Faculty (Part-Time)
Hondros College of Nursing
Akron, OH

Nursing Faculty is responsible for instructing students in assigned courses, on-campus labs and/or in the clinical area according to the course plan. This person participates in the planning and development of the curriculum of the nursing programs as well as in the implementation and evaluation of the program of study.

Nursing Faculty participates as full members of Faculty Organization and Campus Curriculum Committees. Part-time faculty may participate as members of Faculty Organization and Curriculum and are encouraged to do so. The Bylaws of the nursing program outline the voting privileges of part time Faculty. As a member of Faculty Organization, Faculty members are responsible and accountable for overall program outcomes.

Responsibilities: 

Student Success

• Promotes a positive learning environment in classroom, on-campus labs and clinical sites
• Advises nursing students on course, program, and career issues
• Evaluates each student’s achievement and progress
• Recommends strategies for success and tutors students to assist them in meeting course objectives
• Refers nursing students to nursing lab for skill development as needed 

 Course Implementation

• Instructs nursing students in assigned courses, on-campus labs and/or clinical according to the course plan
• Works collaboratively with all members of the College to assure full implementation of the curriculum
• Reviews class syllabus that follows the designed curriculum plan and explains course requirements
• Designs and implements teaching strategies that will assist the student in meeting course objectives
• Actively participates in course faculty meetings across campuses to assure consistent implementation of assigned courses as written

Clinical Faculty

• Directs and supervises the activities of clinical faculty and teaching assistants, if utilized
• Ensures that instructional materials covered in class are coordinated with clinical activities
• Communicates with clinical faculty and teaching assistants to record attendance, mentor faculty, and track student performance issues
• Holds regularly scheduled course meetings on campus with clinical faculty and teaching assistants
• Assures minutes from meetings are on file
• Assures clinical faculty members are implementing the clinical component of the course as
  written
• Implements the clinical component of the program as follows (if applicable):
• Establishes and communicates clinical objectives within the course framework to students,
  preceptor and staff at the clinical site
• Orients nursing students to the clinical site as well as to pertinent policy and procedures
• Plans the student clinical experience consistent with course outcomes, established clinical
  learning objectives and student learning needs
• Assures student assignments are understood by students and clearly communicated to staff
  
• Supervises student experiences in accordance with Michigan Administrative Code R 338.10309
• Evaluates the student’s experience, achievement and progress in relation to the clinical
  objectives and outcomes established for the course
• Summarizes the data and reports findings to the student; includes completion of the clinical
  evaluation tools and grading of required student paperwork
• Assigns observational experiences within the clinical day which are appropriate to meet course objectives

Program Advocate

• Acts an ambassador of the College at all times when interacting with colleagues, staff,
  students, patients and families
• Participates in evaluative studies related to program improvement

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in nursing (MSN) is required
• Three years full-time experience in the practice of nursing as a registered nurse or part-time equivalent
• Incumbent must possess an active and unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse in the state of OH
• Current Basic Life Support CPR certification (BLS) compliant with the American Heart Association

General Credentialing Requirements:

Applicants selected and receiving an offer of employment will be required to complete key credentialing requirements for clinical placements prior to being cleared for start. Full detailed information is provided at time of offer. A summary of requirements includes:

• Providing copies of official transcripts for all degrees earned
• Providing a copy of current American Heart Association BLS or ACLS CPR card
• Completion of a physical form (from within the last 12 months)
• Immunization documentation for:
• Hepatitis B
• MMR
• TDAP/Tetanus
• TB (2 step)
• Varicella
• FLU (October 1 – April 1 hires)

About Us:

Since 2006, Hondros College of Nursing has been graduating high-quality, work-ready nurses who enter the field with exceptional clinical, communication and collaborative skills. Our approach is focused and direct — truly the Better Way to Become a Nurse. Our unique Learn and Earn Ladder approach sets Hondros College of Nursing apart from the typical educational path. After completing one program, students can work as a nurse and earn income before taking the next step — or they can keep progressing through each program to the next level. No matter which route they take, Hondros nurses always receive an unprecedented amount of support in a student-centric, family-like environment. For more information about Hondros College of Nursing, please visit: www.hondros.edu

It is the policy of Hondros College of Nursing to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons.  We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Hondros College of Nursing does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.