AAS Clinical Adjunct Instructor

Position summary

We are currently seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Adjunct Clinical Instructor of Nursing to join our team. This role involves delivering high-quality clinical education in various nursing disciplines to prepare our students for success in their future careers. The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of nursing principles and the ability to convey these concepts to students with clarity and enthusiasm. MACU seeks those who value teaching students and wish to contribute fully to the life and mission of the University.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Provide on-site clinical instruction in an array of nursing experiences, depending on expertise such as OB, Pediatrics, ICU, and Medical Surgical Nursing
• Assess student performance in clinical experiences and provide constructive feedback.
• Engage students through dynamic facilitation methods and foster an environment conducive to learning.
• Offer additional support and guidance to students as needed.

Qualifications

Computer skills

• Web conferencing (e.g. Zoom, Google Meet)
• Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, D2L)
• Google apps and/or Microsoft Office

Physical demands

• The physical demands as appropriate for successful performance in this position (e.g. clinicals, teaching and interacting with students).
• Operate a computer with a keyboard, pointing device, webcam, and speakers
• Stand and sit for extended periods
• Walk around the clinical site and to/from parking lots and buildings
• Stand, bend, and crouch
• Reach, grasp, move, and hold objects
• Verbally express information or instructions
• Lift, push, pull, and carry up to 20 pounds
• Exercise clear vision at 20 inches or less and adjust focus
• Judge distances and spatial relationships

Work environment

• Clinical and classroom settings.