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Simulation Faculty

Employer
West Coast University
Location
Anaheim, CA
Closing date
Dec 1, 2022

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Sector
Other
Organization Type
Corporate
The Nursing Instructor supports the University in fulfillment of its mission, purpose and goals. Focuses extensively on facilitating student learning associated with prescribed course and program learning outcomes. Provides professional leadership and support, and serves as an educator, role model, mentor and facilitator. Creates an educational environment which fosters innovation, responsiveness, and accountability. Provides program-specific expertise and is actively engaged in relevant department initiatives. Supports University, Campus, and/or departmental goals in order to assure compliance with programmatic accreditation and/or licensure, internal consistency, and graduate outcomes that meet student learning, workplace and placement expectations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Fulfills assigned teaching load.

Participates in and contributes to assessment activities of courses/curriculum and program via a continuous improvement plan as set forth by the University.

Regularly contributes to improvement of class materials and syllabi within prescribed shared governance culture.

Utilizes a variety of teaching methodologies to instruct students, always with intent to facilitate observable evidence of student fulfillment of prescribed learning outcomes.

Demonstrates enthusiasm for teaching, the teaching/learning process and for individual students.

Keeps regular approved office hours (for full-time faculty and/or course directors

EDUCATION:

Must have the minimum higher education background required by the program. Must provide a documented background in educational methodology consistent with teaching assignments including, but not limited to: education theory and practice, current concepts relative to specific subjects one will be teaching, current clinical practice experience or distance education techniques and delivery.

Master's degree in specialty field required.

Graduates from the West Coast University Master of Science in Nursing program, who meet the minimum experience requirement as a registered nurse, are eligible for consideration as a clinical faculty immediately following graduation.

If applicable, certification(s) in area(s) of specialization required.

In California, must meet Board of Registered Nursing requirements as stipulated in their statues:

Section 1425(c) states, " An instructor shall meet the following minimum qualifications: 1425(a)(1) A Master or higher degree from an accredited college or university which includes course work in nursing, education, or administration. If degree other than in nursing submit information verifying course work in nursing education."

1425(c)(3) Completion of at least one (1) years' experience teaching courses related to registered nursing or completion of a post-baccalaureate course which includes PRACTICE IN TEACHING REGISTERED NURSING. Submit official course description to verify course content.

1425(c)(2) Direct patient care experience within the previous five (5) years in the nursing area to which he or she is assigned, which can be met by: (A) One (1) year's continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in the designated nursing area; or (B) One (1) academic year or of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience in the designated nursing area or its equivalent.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Current unencumbered Registered Nurse License required; other current professional licensure by state or national board if applicable (e.g., FNP).

Must meet and maintain the qualifications and standards set forth by the state Board of Nursing for nursing faculty if required for assigned subject matter instruction.

Current CPR card.

Must have approval by the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) prior to assuming the role of clinical faculty member.

Must meet and maintain the qualifications and standards set forth by any accrediting body that West Coast University is accredited by or in process of obtaining accreditation from, for area of expertise and expectations of faculty member as set forth in regulatory documents.

Must maintain any professional certifications deemed necessary to meet the requirements of the teaching role.

To comply with the requirements of the clinical sites, the orders issued by the California Department of Public Health, and other local, state, and federal law and/or regulation, this position requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

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ABOUT US

For over 100 years, West Coast University has been educating and preparing students for professional careers across our six campuses located in Southern California, Dallas, Miami, and Online. As part of our unique student-centric approach to advanced healthcare education you will be empowering future healthcare professionals. At West Coast University our students are Ahead of the Curve. Our Mission is to embrace a student-centric learning partnership that leads to professional success. We deliver transformational education within a culture of integrity and personal accountability.

Our benefited faculty and associates are offered a comprehensive benefit package including:

Health & Wellness
Financial & Retirement
Family & Parenting
Vacation & Time Off
Perks & Discount
Professional Development

West Coast University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically-diverse population.

Campus: WCU Anaheim
Function: Faculty

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