Nursing Adjunct - On-Campus, Mental Health

Nursing Adjunct - On-campus, Mental Health OC Mission and Purpose

Oklahoma Christian University educates, mentors, and inspires learners to fulfill their God-given potential. OC is committed to hiring employees actively engaged in Christian discipleship as we strive to create an employment culture that encourages faculty and staff to lean into the university’s Christian mission, emphasizing authenticity and unity, not uniformity. We encourage you to explore our beliefs to determine if our mission is your calling.

Position Summary

Oklahoma Christian University is seeking applications for a Nursing Adjunct - On-campus, Mental Health. This part-time faculty position will teach assigned nursing courses within the Mental Health discipline. This is in-person, on-campus position. Adjunct appointments are made on a semester-by-semester basis and typically include one to two courses, with the potential for recurring assignments.

Qualified candidates generally hold a master’s degree in nursing or a related discipline, along with relevant clinical or professional experience. Candidates with terminal degrees or specialized training are highly preferred. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis due to frequent and short-notice staffing needs.

Teaching Responsibilities

• Instruct students in the classroom
• Evaluates student performance and maintain department and student records per university policies.
• Adheres to the educational philosophy of the university.
• Works in a collaborative manner with colleagues and professional peers.
• Provides a quality learning experience for students.
• Performs instruction-related duties and responsibilities promptly.
• Complete all documents/surveys for program assessment
• Complete all orientation modules required for successful online and clinical learning
• Participate in professional development commensurate with program needs
• Engage in scholarly/creative activities
• Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required and current, unencumbered Oklahoma Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Active member of a local church and committed to the mission and Christian values of Oklahoma Christian University.
• Demonstrated teaching and instructional skills in undergraduate nursing education and clinical settings.
• Strong oral, written, interpersonal, and student engagement skills.
• Proficiency with online learning platforms and educational technology.
• Ability to assess student learning needs and adapt instruction accordingly.
• Ability to meet clinical agency requirements, including immunizations and annual compliance documentation.
• Sufficient physical health and mobility to teach in classroom, clinical, and laboratory environments.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary is commensurate with degree level

Timetable

Application screening is ongoing and continues each semester based on enrollment and departmental needs. As candidates advance through the screening process, additional materials may be requested. To apply, click the button below. Oklahoma Christian University does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, age, sex, disability, or national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in employment, admissions, or the provision of services, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. Accordingly, subject to the following provisions, the University actively seeks to diversify its employee and student base. Oklahoma Christian University is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ, and the University is controlled by a Board of Trustees, all of whom are members of the Church of Christ. The University operates within the Christian-oriented aims, ideals, and religious tenets of the Church of Christ as taught in Holy Scripture. Thus, as a religiously-controlled institution of higher education, Oklahoma Christian University is exempt from compliance with some provisions of certain civil rights laws, including some requirements of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1974. The University intentionally claims and protects its rights to hire co-religionists and individuals who share and support the mission of the University.