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Job Title
Adjunct Instructor, School of Nursing & Health Innovations
Department
SONHI Adjunct Faculty
Division
Provost
Terms and Hours
Part Time Adjunct Faculty, Semester by Semester Basis
Salary Range
Benefits
Part Time, non benefits eligible.
Job Summary
The University of Portland School of Nursing & Health Innovations invites applications for Adjunct Instructors. This position is open on a continuous, on-going basis with positions filled as needed.
Adjunct Instructors are hired on a per semester basis and teach assigned School of Nursing & Health Innovations (SONHI) courses, not to exceed six credit hours (or equivalent) per semester. Please visit the School of Nursing & Health Innovations website for information about the school.
University of Portland School of Nursing & Health Innovations is currently looking for highly energetic, Nursing Clinical Faculty. The primary responsibilities for this role are supervising the nursing students in the clinical environment, evaluating student clinical performance, and grading all clinical assignments. Clinical faculty are assigned teaching responsibilities in a clinical area and are expected to contribute to the education of the students including psychomotor skills, standards of practice, and critical thinking. Adjunct faculty are accountable to the lead faculty of the assigned professional practice course, as well as the Director of the Center for Clinical Excellence. This description is a statement of minimum expectations and describes a level of performance expected of all clinical faculty.
Adjunct Instructors are hired on a per semester basis and teach assigned School of Nursing & Health Innovations (SONHI) courses, not to exceed six credit hours (or equivalent) per semester. Please visit the School of Nursing & Health Innovations website for information about the school.
University of Portland School of Nursing & Health Innovations is currently looking for highly energetic, Nursing Clinical Faculty. The primary responsibilities for this role are supervising the nursing students in the clinical environment, evaluating student clinical performance, and grading all clinical assignments. Clinical faculty are assigned teaching responsibilities in a clinical area and are expected to contribute to the education of the students including psychomotor skills, standards of practice, and critical thinking. Adjunct faculty are accountable to the lead faculty of the assigned professional practice course, as well as the Director of the Center for Clinical Excellence. This description is a statement of minimum expectations and describes a level of performance expected of all clinical faculty.
Core Duties
- Provide a supportive learning environment and facilitate effective student learning in the assigned clinical setting.
- Assist the students in integration of theory and practice, specific to the course learning activities and level of the learner.
- Provide adequate guidance for students in the clinical setting related to professionalism, practice, research and evidence-based practice.
- Select and organize learning activities which facilitate the student’s attainment of the course objectives.
- Evaluate student development of clinical reasoning skills through clinical practice and course assignments.
- Conduct ongoing and scheduled (mid-term & final) evaluation of student progression towards meeting course & program outcomes.
- Maintain effective, on-going communication with the Professional Practice Lead Faculty concerning student progress and/or concerns.
- Collaborate with other faculty and administration as requested.
- Maintain a cooperative, positive relationship with the staff of the assigned healthcare facility or community partner to facilitate the optimum learning environment for the students.
- Maintain current knowledge of the nursing curriculum, policies, and requirements.
- Maintain clinical competence and knowledge in area of expertise.
- Attend all required orientation, training and faculty meetings.
- Provide feedback to lead faculty related to course quality improvement and clinical setting effectiveness in supporting student accomplishment of the course and program outcomes.
- Attend all course team meetings
- Arrange and complete an orientation with the clinical site unit manager to learn the assigned clinical unit and meet the mandatory requirements of the clinical site.
- Assist in orienting students to the clinical site.
Education & Experience
Experience
- Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree
- Required: Two plus years of RN experience
- Preferred: Master’s degree in Nursing
- Preferred: Minimum two years of teaching experience.
Certifications & Licenses
- Required: Current unencumbered RN license in Oregon
- Required: Current certification in CPR
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Demonstrate commitment to continued professional learning.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in inclusive and student-centered teaching.
- Strong orientation towards continued learning and applying learning in the teaching environment.
- Evidence of a commitment to teaching and student mentoring.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and effectively handle sensitive and personal information with sound judgment, tact, and discretion.
- Competence with and commitment to diversity and inclusion; ability to be an effective partner with diverse students, faculty, and staff.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships, professional rapport, and effectively accomplish work within a University setting that includes a wide array of individuals, groups, policies, and processes.
- Effective ability to use and learn computers, technology, software, and applications at level of sophistication required for teaching duties including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), the internet, and learning and course management systems.
Physical Requirements
- Frequently: sit, perform desk-based computer tasks; use fine manipulation and grasp; use a telephone; write by hand; sort and file paperwork.
- Frequently: stand and walk; twist; lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 20 pounds.
- Occasionally: ability to attend events and activities on or off campus.
- Frequently: ability to interact and communicate with members of the University and others as necessary.
Working Condition
- Hours of employment: sometimes may require working flexible and/or longer hours, including nights and weekends, when necessitated by projects or class schedules.
- Able to work 12 hour shifts in a clinical setting if required.
- Stress from work-related situations such as those involving challenging, important, urgent, time-sensitive, or multiple matters.
Work Standards
- Respect for the University’s mission and Catholic identity: demonstrates commitment to learning, respecting, and contributing to the mission of the University, a Catholic and Congregation of Holy Cross institution. The University’s Mission Statement states in relevant part: “we pursue teaching and learning, faith and formation, service and leadership in the classroom, residence halls, and the world.” The University’s Statement of Inclusion states in relevant part: “Our belief in the inherent dignity of each person is founded upon the social teaching of the Catholic Church. At the center of that teaching is the fundamental mandate that every person, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, social or economic class, age, or disability shall be treated with respect and dignity.”
- Promote culture of safety: demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
- Compliance with laws and policies and procedures: subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University, departmental, and other applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to, the personnel, business, and/or other policies of the University.
- Compliance with driving-related laws and requirements: when conducting university business while driving, must comply with the Oregon Vehicle Code and University of Portland driving requirements.
- Interpersonal skills: demonstrates the ability to work professionally with all University of Portland community members, external organizations, and any other person or organization employee interacts with in his or her University capacity.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F010-2023
Estimated Start Date
Open Date
10/09/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
The documents needed to apply include the following:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Oregon RN License Verification
- Names and contact information for three professional references
- Answers to supplemental questions provided in application
The University of Portland is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Additional Requirements Upon Hire
Clinical faculty must submit proof of current up-to-date immunizations (for vaccine preventable diseases, including TB testing) and CPR BLS certification to the School of Nursing & Health Innovations.
All School of Nursing & Health Innovations faculty are required to pass a 10-panel drug-screen, including marijuana metabolite testing.
A background investigation check is required before final hiring procedures can be completed for all faculty and staff positions.
For those requiring a reasonable accommodation to apply: Applicants who have a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation regarding the application or hiring process should contact the University’s Human Resources Office at hr@up.edu or (503) 943-8484.