Job Summary
Purdue University Global 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, nontraditional university setting.
Our Opportunity:
The mission of the on ground, part-time adjunct Nursing Instructor, regardless of the
curriculum, is to provide the student(s), our customer(s), with the skills and knowledge
necessary to obtain entry-level employment in the field of their chosen program of
study. To accomplish this mission, all instructors will utilize their talents, skills, and
abilities in a coordinated and consistent team effort under the guidance and supervision
of the Director of Education/ Dean/ Program Chair, or his or her designee.
Successful candidates in this role will reside in the Anamosa, IA area or within a
commutable distance.
What to expect in this role:
- Provide an engaging learning environment by hands-on activities and with open and timely communication
- Provide students with appropriate guidance regarding academic excellence
- Partner with advisors and leadership on student concerns, resolution, retention, and outcomes.
- Remain current with trends, techniques, and technology.
- Maintenance of a professional development plan.
- Additional duties as may be assigned by the School.
Experience:
- BSN required; MSN preferred
- Active, unencumbered state RN licensure with 2 years of clinical experience
- Medical-surgical experience required
- Higher education teaching experience is preferred.
What we’re looking for:
- Exceptional computer skills.
- Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt communication style and method to suit different audiences.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Capable of building strong working relationships across teams, departments and Schools .
Additional Information:
- Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit the following documents when you are ready to apply: CV/Resume & Unofficial Transcripts. When applying for a faculty position at Purdue University Global you will be asked to provide an unofficial transcript and if hired will be required to provide an official transcript.
- Adjunct compensation varies per course based on student enrollment, program type and also includes a contribution to a retirement account. A typical adjunct in the School of Nursing can expect to receive $3300 per full 10-week course. Retirement account benefits include an automatic 403(b) company contribution of 3% and a company match up to an additional 4% with participation in an optional 457(b) plan.
- Purdue University Global will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
- A background check will be required for employment in this position.
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
- Purdue Global is an EO/EA employer. Our goal is to recruit and retain talent from a broad pool of applicants. Purdue Global celebrates a variety of perspectives, experiences, and skills to support a success-focused environment for employees and students. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All are encouraged to apply.
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