Adjunct Faculty - Graduate Nursing, FNP (#DF3202)

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DF3202 South University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that will encourage you tojoin a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your professional goals, on campus andonline. The South University 125-year story-past, present, and future-is a history formed by the many individuals who have developedthe education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University.

Whether you have been part of the University family for many years, have recently come our way, or are thinking about joining us, you willfind South University to be a place you can call home. What's next for you is the first priority for us! Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more about what makes us stand apart as aplace to Belong, Believe and Become , a place where you can make a difference in the lives ofstudents eager to learn and grow. South University, the right direction for a brighterfuture.

SUMMARY:

Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of thecourse outcomes in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment. Provide education throughlearning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace. Encourage a culture of learningthat values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning, diversity, and ethics as well as personal and professional development.

Assure that the South University philosophy of quality service to students, development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees,and an environment conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilitiesof this position. Participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs, departments, and colleges and abide by theSouth University Board of Trustees and administration mandates. Thisis an in-person position. Not Remote.

POSITION SUMMARY

Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of thecourse outcomes in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment. Provide education throughlearning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace. Encourage a culture of learningthat values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning, diversity, and ethics as well as personal and professional development.

Assure that the South University philosophy of quality service to students, development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees,and an environment conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilitiesof this position. Participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs, departments, and colleges and abide by theSouth University Board of Trustees and administration's mandates.

THIS IS AN IN-PERSON POSITION. NOT REMOTE. KEY JOB ELEMENTS

Provides competency-based education which aligns with the South University model of curricula as wellas supports the South University style of system delivery. Designs and delivers class instruction through the development ofinstructional plans to meet course competencies, to create activities which support lesson objectives, and to deliver the instruction asapproved. Enables the achievement of pre-described exit competencies for student achievement and evaluation of learning byproviding instruction which fosters competencies and establish student performance criteria and evaluation. Deliverslearning-centered instruction by establishing a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement as well as effectivelyplanning and preparing for classes and student success. Promotes student success by showing flexibility in style and workschedule as well as exhibiting a passion for teaching and students and engaging students in the learning process. Managesthe learning environment through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing school/campus academicand attendance policies. Contributes to a learning culture by participating on curriculum and system task forces, supportinglocal campus events such as orientation and graduation, and participating in various other workshops and meetings. Relatesprofessional/life/industry experience to learning by the continuation of professional/technical skills development, the introduction ofindustry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.

REQUIREMENTS

DNP or PhD in Nursing with FNP certification required. One to five years' experience ininstruction or formalized education process, preferably in a post-secondary or college institution. Experience as a FNPstrongly preferred. Membership in a professional association tied to area of instruction preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build successful relationships with studentpopulations. Outstanding conflict resolution skills. Demonstrated time management and detail-orientedskills Computer based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report writing skills)

ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essentialfunctions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonableaccommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee isregularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about theoffice or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee isoccasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description. South University is an EqualOpportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed tobuilding and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.