The Salvation Army·Sacramento, California
The faculty member is responsible for teaching medical-surgical nursing in the ABSN program, including classroom instruction and clinical supervision. Additionally, the role requires active engagement in scholarly activities and service to the university, the nursing profession, and the community.
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 College 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 motto is education plus compassion which we proudly demonstrate in the ways that we serve our students, faculty, staff, and in our local communities.
Our faculty are known for their passion for growing the nursing profession. 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. For this reason, the role of faculty is vitally important because of its unmatched position to shape the professional and personal development of graduates. This position is in the College of Nursing (CoN) and reports directly to the ABSN Program Director. The position combines teaching, scholarship and service. We define teaching as creating environments that facilitate student learning and the attainment of expected outcomes at the course and program levels. Faculty has ownership for the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of the curricula within the College of Nursing which are designed to prepare graduates to provide nursing care in a dynamic health care environment. Service implies the use of academic and professional expertise to serve the University, the nursing profession and the community. Service consists of meaningful activities that promote the image, mission or strategic priorities of the University, the well-being of relevant individuals or groups among the community of interest or the professional growth of faculty. Scholarship reflects activities resulting in production, reorganization/refinement, dissemination or creation of works that advance knowledge in nursing.
This is a regular, open rank position teaching medical-surgical nursing in our ABSN program located on our Sacramento campus. In addition to teaching, you will be expected to engage in service and scholarship. This position is open until filled. The position reports to the ABSN Program Director.
Duties: And responsibilities:
Teaching (71%)
Creates a dynamic, learner-centered environment that uses a variety of teaching methods based on educational theory and evidence-based teaching and clinical practices that support the diverse learning needs of the student population.
Models reflective and critical thinking and serves as a coach and mentor for students; confers with them on their progress and assists them in the development of learning plans to facilitate successful achievement of course objectives.
Maintains and enhances competence in subjects being taught.
Confers with colleagues to assure the integrity of the courses across programs and the curriculum as a whole;
Prepares and reviews written examinations, papers, and student projects; supervises independent study projects as needed and evaluates learner performance in both the classroom and clinical settings.
Notifies Course Manager of at-risk students or unusual occurrences.
Supervises or teaches clinical rotations as needed in acute, community and laboratory settings as well as internship/preceptorship courses.
Documents student progress on appropriate forms.
Other duties as assigned.
Scholarship (24%)
Draws on extant literature to design evidence-based teaching and evaluation practices.
Exhibits a spirit of inquiry about teaching and learning, student development, evaluation methods, and other aspects of the faculty role.
Demonstrates qualities of a scholar: integrity, courage, perseverance, vitality and creativity.
Designs and implements scholarly activities as agreed upon with his/her evaluator.
Engages in scholarly activities reflecting dissemination and professional peer review.
Minimum Qualifications: & Requirements
Abilities
Express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word in person or on the telephone.
Receive detailed information through verbal and written communication.
Read and write clear documents.
Have a strong commitment to the caring science principles and mindfulness-based stress reduction practices central to the culture and expected outcomes of the program.
Model appropriate ethical and professional behaviors, as well as expert communication skills.
Embrace mission, vision, and values of the program, school of nursing, and university.
Have a clear vision for aligning the safety and quality with student learning activities
Exemption status: United States of America (Exempt)
Time type: Full time
Pay Range: Based on experience up to $108,000 annually (exempt)
Samuel Merritt University currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not limited to qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant skills.
Candidates must hold at least a master's degree in nursing and possess an unencumbered California registered nurse license. Previous teaching experience at the baccalaureate level or higher is preferred, along with a commitment to nursing education and professional development.
Market context
California regularly needs qualified nursing faculty for Med Surg and ABSN programs, especially candidates who can teach at the baccalaureate level or higher. These roles are competitive because schools often look for a master’s degree in nursing, an unencumbered California RN license, and evidence of teaching or academic leadership. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review fit faster; if you apply, confirm your license status and highlight any prior teaching and professional development experience.