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Faculty - School of Nursing

Employer
MCPHS University
Location
Worcester County, MA
Closing date
Oct 4, 2022

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Sector
Nursing
Organization Type
Corporate
The School of Nursing seeks a full-time faculty member to deliver high quality learning experiences and education for students. The faculty member will engage in teaching, service and scholarship activities, and works collaboratively with colleagues across the University as well as with the Dean. Additionally, the incumbent provides mentorship to students and contributes to the visibility, impact and reputation of the University and its programs through research and scholarly engagement. The selected candidate will have responsibilities teaching courses to undergraduate students. Rank will be commensurate with education and experience.

Responsibilities

* Deliver didactic, laboratory and/or experiential instruction via multiple formats in-person in the School of Nursing.
* Provide students with an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies in line with those of the School, texts and readings, assignments and deliverables, timelines and evaluation criteria.
* Provide engaging assignments that demonstrate the real-world applications of concepts covered.
* Support incorporation of diversity, equity and inclusion into the curriculum, as well as co-curricular experiences, to broaden the education of students and expand their knowledge of health disparities.
* Participate in service activities; serve on committees; serve on regional, state, or national organization committees and volunteer activities; represent the program and University in/at community functions; attend School and institutional activities such as Commencement and ceremonies; and support student activities such as health fairs and service projects.
* Participate in scholarship resulting in conference presentations, publishable manuscripts, peer-reviewed instructional materials, or other outcomes consistent with expectations for scholarly activities described in the Faculty Manual.
* Support incorporation of diversity, equity and inclusion into the curriculum, as well as co-curricular experiences, to broaden the education of students and expand their knowledge of health disparities.
* Use the University's learning management system to post syllabus, assignments and other materials and to communicate with students.
* Advise and assist students through office hours or scheduled appointments, by phone or email, and through other University-approved mechanisms.
* Provide service including student mentoring, ongoing course development, and assessment.
* Attend and participate in monthly School and Department meetings, University ceremonies, and other major events, and serves as a member of University, School and/or Department committees, as assigned.
* Contribute to periodic reviews and revisions of departmental course offerings.
* Maintain advanced knowledge in discipline and areas of expertise.
* Build and maintain relationships with professional organizations involved with the healthcare sector.
* SON faculty are required to participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of SON policies.
* Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor.

* Master of Science in Nursing
* RN licensure (or eligibility) in Massachusetts or New Hampshire as appropriate; certification in specialty as appropriate
* Nursing education experience at the baccalaureate level
* Current experience (within one year) in clinical practice as a provider
* Knowledge of the NCLEX test plan
* A working knowledge of the regulations for nursing education programs within the state in which the faculty member is teaching
* Commitment to undergraduate, graduate and/or professional education and student success
* Academic experience including syllabus development, class preparation, test/exam development and item analysis
* Excellent organizational and communication skills
* Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
* Must be able to work independently and effectively interact with a wide array of parties at all levels (students, faculty, administration/staff, alumni, and external constituents, including healthcare industry professionals)
* Record of scholarly activities commensurate with an academic appointment
* Evidence of teaching excellence
* Online teaching experience

Desired:
* Doctoral degree in nursing or relevant discipline
* Experience utilizing standardized testing to determine outcome measures

Physical Requirements:

* Sufficient strength and mobility to work effectively with patients/students and to carry out related nursing care responsibilities including lab activities. Examples: lifting and positioning (up to 50 pounds); carrying (up to 25 pounds), walking, preparation and administration of medications (oral, injection, intravenous, including hanging IV bags at shoulder height), bending and stooping.
* Ability to sit for extended periods of time using a key board, and to ambulate between classes and buildings on campus.
* Ability to be physically in attendance at designated worksite during scheduled work hours
* Normal range of vision and hearing (with or without correction)

Apply
Please attach a cover letter and a curriculum vitae/resume. Finalist candidate(s) for this position will be subject to reference checks and a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.

MCPHS COVID-19 Policy
We care about the health and safety of our students and employees and have implemented a COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing Policy, requiring employees to be fully vaccinated and tested on a regular basis. Employees who cannot receive the vaccine because of a medical or sincerely held religious belief may request an exemption.

About Us
At MCPHS, we appreciate the importance of creating an environment in which everyone feels included and valued. Each of our Community members' unique experiences and perspectives add value to our ability to create and deliver the best education, academic service, and employee experience possible.

We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits that include a substantial contribution toward the cost of medical, vision, and dental insurance, generous time off, retirement and pension plans, and flexible work arrangements to support work/life balance for our employees while supporting the MCPHS mission.

MCPHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates a diverse community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

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