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Saint Xavier University
Lecturer - Nursing
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What they do
A Nursing Instructor or Professor teaches nursing students with a combination of classroom instruction and clinical training. Teaches academic subjects needed as the foundation for nursing, such as anatomy and chemistry, and also job skills required for direct patient care. Teaches at a college or in a hospital or other clinical setting.
$87,781 / year median in Illinois
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Become a part of a hard-working, innovative team of faculty and staff dedicated to the formation of a competent, compassionate nurse. This Lecturer position warrants a faculty member responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of assigned courses aligned with high standards and expectations to ensure educational qualityResponsibilities
- Contribute to didactic teaching, laboratory, and clinical practicum courses in the Nursing program as assigned (12 credits per Fall and Spring semesters)
- Provide constructive and accurate academic advising to nursing students.
- Demonstrates service within the program, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, and University committeesEducation, Qualifications & Experience
- An earned doctorate in nursing or related field from an accredited university is preferred.
- Masters of Science in Nursing required
- Licensed or eligible for licensure as a registered nurse in the state of Illinois
- Certification in area of Psychiatric specialty preferred.
- Evidence of excellent teaching ability or potential. Online experience preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Enthusiasm toward serving a diverse student population
- Support for the Mission of Saint Xavier University and the Mercy Tradition's value of service to others (https://www.sxu.edu/about/mission.asp).
- Permission to work in the United States Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in advanced functions of Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook Office.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to write reports and correspondence and to speak effectively to various constituencies.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information and to handle sensitive matters with judgement, tact, and diplomacy.
- Attention to detail and ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and prioritize.
- Able to facilitate teamwork in an environment dealing with a broad range of issues.