Graduate Nursing Adjunct Faculty

Please note this is a virtual, on-line position.

Position Summary

Kaplan University offers term by term, non-tenured teaching appointments to qualified individuals who are dedicated to providing quality educational experiences to students in Associates, Bachelors and Masters degree programs. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals to work in a professional learning community wherein faculty contribute to and engage in instructional best practice for adult learners in an innovative, non-traditional university setting.

Key Job Responsibilities

Providing a learning environment that supports student success.

Teaching synchronous or asynchronous seminars as assigned by school or program.

Development and posting of the class syllabi in the class Message Board.

Maintaining school-determined virtual office hours per week for each class.

Ensuring timely management and response to electronic correspondence from students, administrators, and other school officials.

Leading message board discussions and engaging students in relevant discussion and coursework.

Partnering with Academic Advisors to address student concerns.

Maintaining and submitting accurate and timely reports for student grades/progress.

Delivering mid-term and final grades to the Registrar's Office according to the academic calendar.

Enforcing student conduct policies as outlined in the University Catalog.

Attending department and faculty meetings.

Additional duties as may be assigned by the School.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctoral degree in Nursing or a closely related field combined with a Master's degree in Nursing and will posses an unencumbered RN license either from Iowa, a Compact Legislation States, or be willing to obtain the license.

1-3 years related experience. Experience with online teaching preferred. We are seeking Nurse Practitioners that specialize in pathophysiology, physical assessment, and pharmacology. Also seeking, candidates in Nursing Informatics with graduate degree, certificate, or National certification.

Microsoft Office suite. Exceptional computer skills using Microsoft Office applications and adobe connect meeting technology.

Ability to work effectively in a remote environment with minimal supervision.

by Shane Turner via NursingFacultyJobs.com