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West Virginia State University
Adjunct Nursing Instructor
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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.
$86,473 / year median in West Virginia
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Adjunct Nursing Instructor College of Professional Studies West Virginia State University West Virginia State University (WVSU) is a public-land grant institution, which was founded in 1891 as a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), and has evolved into a fully accessible, diverse, and multi-generational institution serving approximately 3,500 students. The University is a community of students, staff, and faculty committed to innovative teachingand learning, research and service that offers 23 undergraduate and seven graduate degrees through its four colleges, and competes in athletics at the NCAA Division II level in five men's sports and five women's sports. WVSU is located in Institute, WV, a suburb of Charleston, the largest city and the capital of West Virginia. With more than 300,000 people living in the metropolitan area, it is an active, exciting and engaging community, boasting cultural and historical events, music, festivals and entertainment. Position Description West Virginia State University Department of Nursing invites applications for adjunct (part- time) positions to serve in the College of Professional Studies. These individuals will be responsible for the instruction of credit courses and clinical. We are seeking adjuncts to teach sections in the following disciplines: Medical Surgical, Pediatrics, Obstetrics, and Mental Health. Responsibilities for the Adjunct Nursing Faculty The Adjunct Nursing Faculty must possess the following skills and attributes: strong interpersonal and communication skills; strong clinical and professional skills; and organization and management skills. The Adjunct Nursing Faculty performs the following essential functions: Classroom responsibilities include timely communication with students (response to questions and grading are included in this), facilitating learning, and mentoring students.
- Teach material from approved curriculum in accordance with assigned schedule to ensure student satisfaction.
- Assists students in achieving completion of objectives and learning outcomes
- Provides regular, timely, and detailed feedback to students. Page 1 of 2 Posting date:
- Mentors and challenges students to grow intellectually and spiritually
- Motivates students to actively participate in all aspect of the educational process.
- Maintains and reports student grades and attendance in accordance with university policies
- Advise students on how to be successful in class
- Stay updated on innovations and changes within their course field
- Meet assigned classes as scheduled and follow school policies on absences
- Participate in course evaluation process
- Stay in communication with assigned Department Chair and Dean
- Other duties as assigned.