Union University
Adjunct Instructor in Nursing - Nurse Anesthesia Track
Union University, Jackson, Tennessee, us, 38302
Adjunct Instructor in Nursing - Nurse Anesthesia Track
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Position Title Adjunct Instructor in Nursing - Nurse Anesthesia Track Division Nursing - Graduate (DIV) Department Nursing - Nurse Anesthesia Location Jackson Job Summary
Adjunct faculty member (non-tenure track); University contract for an academic year. Contracts for specific teaching assignments are made on a semester basis (contingent upon needs).
About Union University
Union University is a private, coeducational liberal arts-based university offering bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees. The campus is located in Jackson, Tenn., with additional campuses in Germantown, Hendersonville, and Memphis, Tenn., and enrolls about 2,700 students. Union University stands as a national leader among colleges and universities in promoting a Christian worldview and a Christ-centered approach to education. Union is consistently ranked among the nation's premier Christian universities and has been recognized as a top-tier institution each year since 1997 by U.S. News & World Report, which also recognized Union at a national level for undergraduate teaching excellence.
Essential Job Duties
Professional Expertise
* Design cognitive, affective, and psychomotor strategies and techniques in an online environment, classroom, and clinical or practicum areas to enhance the learning of students in accordance with the curriculum established by Union University College of Nursing.* Implement theoretical and/or experiential instruction in one or more courses and/or special studies offered each semester as assigned by the Chair.* Demonstrate a person-centered professional CRNA role model of teacher, mentor, advocate, practitioner, collaborator, researcher, and resource person.* Serve as course/program liaison to clinical agencies and community organizations which are used for students' clinical experiences.
Student Motivation
* Create activities to assist students to develop critical thinking skills.* Facilitate/guide the progress of students toward achievement of course and program outcomes.* Demonstrate interest in the personal and professional growth of students.
Fulfillment of Duties
* Plan clear course outcomes.* Assess and maintain records related to the evaluation of student outcomes and course grades.* Meet with students in the current instructional group by phone, Zoom, or in person.* Attend Nurse Anesthesia track meetings in person, by phone, by Zoom, or view recording.* Make relevant and realistic course assignments.
Student Relationships
* Maintain effective interpersonal relationships with students.* Treat students with respect.* Demonstrate concern for student progress.
Compatibility
* Demonstrate Christian standards and apply Christian attitudes in relationships among cohorts, faculty, staff, and students.* Contribute to a positive work climate and team effort within the school.* Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with full and part-time faculty, staff, nursing service, and all other persons having a direct impact on the program.
Scholarship
* Maintain CRNA skills and knowledge through formal and informal channels at current levels of accepted practice.* Participate in professional organizations and scholarly activities.
Dependability
* Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.* Submit budget and textbook requests for assigned courses by the posted deadlines.
Student Involvement
* Meet with student academic advisees as needed and maintain advisee records by phone, Zoom or in person.* Collaborate with others in student or school-related activities as appropriate.
Professional Development
* Attend professional meetings, workshops, and/or conventions.* Take part in campus and community activities related to the discipline of nursing.
Other Job Duties Required Qualifications
Graduation from an regaionally accredited college or university with a doctorate. Experience as a CRNA. Must also be a licensed CRNA who has or is eligible for licensure in the State of Tennessee.
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience in master's and/or doctoral level nursing is preferred.
Christian Requirement
Successful candidates must be professing Christians who are active members of a local church, enthusiastically support Union University's Identity, Mission, and Core Values, and articulate a Christian worldview in their work and life. (Union University's Identity, Mission, and Core Values is a link to https://www.uu.edu/about/what-we-believe.cfm)
Physical Requirements
The work performed by this position is of a general office and classroom nature. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to perform the following:
* Speaking and hearing ability to sufficiently communicate in person or over the telephone.* Walk from office to the classroom and from one campus office to another office/building on campus.* Spend extended periods of time sitting and standing with occasional instances of bending and stooping. Classroom and laboratory settings require periods of standing and sitting for the duration of class (1 to 3 hours).* Ability to lift and carry files and materials, handle various types of media and equipment, occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, unless otherwise specified.* Have adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to read words and numbers and interact with people in person, on the phone, through a computer, and in writing. Requires the ability to identify, observe, and assess visual color discrimination and depth perception.* Ability to reach with hands and arms; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls (e.g. mouse, keyboard, telephone, lab equipment). Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F020P Special Instructions to Applicants
Documents to Apply
Required Documents
* Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
* Cover Letter* Transcripts* Letter of Recommendation (1)* Portfolio* Other (1)
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job
Position Details
Position Information
Position Title Adjunct Instructor in Nursing - Nurse Anesthesia Track Division Nursing - Graduate (DIV) Department Nursing - Nurse Anesthesia Location Jackson Job Summary
Adjunct faculty member (non-tenure track); University contract for an academic year. Contracts for specific teaching assignments are made on a semester basis (contingent upon needs).
About Union University
Union University is a private, coeducational liberal arts-based university offering bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees. The campus is located in Jackson, Tenn., with additional campuses in Germantown, Hendersonville, and Memphis, Tenn., and enrolls about 2,700 students. Union University stands as a national leader among colleges and universities in promoting a Christian worldview and a Christ-centered approach to education. Union is consistently ranked among the nation's premier Christian universities and has been recognized as a top-tier institution each year since 1997 by U.S. News & World Report, which also recognized Union at a national level for undergraduate teaching excellence.
Essential Job Duties
Professional Expertise
* Design cognitive, affective, and psychomotor strategies and techniques in an online environment, classroom, and clinical or practicum areas to enhance the learning of students in accordance with the curriculum established by Union University College of Nursing.* Implement theoretical and/or experiential instruction in one or more courses and/or special studies offered each semester as assigned by the Chair.* Demonstrate a person-centered professional CRNA role model of teacher, mentor, advocate, practitioner, collaborator, researcher, and resource person.* Serve as course/program liaison to clinical agencies and community organizations which are used for students' clinical experiences.
Student Motivation
* Create activities to assist students to develop critical thinking skills.* Facilitate/guide the progress of students toward achievement of course and program outcomes.* Demonstrate interest in the personal and professional growth of students.
Fulfillment of Duties
* Plan clear course outcomes.* Assess and maintain records related to the evaluation of student outcomes and course grades.* Meet with students in the current instructional group by phone, Zoom, or in person.* Attend Nurse Anesthesia track meetings in person, by phone, by Zoom, or view recording.* Make relevant and realistic course assignments.
Student Relationships
* Maintain effective interpersonal relationships with students.* Treat students with respect.* Demonstrate concern for student progress.
Compatibility
* Demonstrate Christian standards and apply Christian attitudes in relationships among cohorts, faculty, staff, and students.* Contribute to a positive work climate and team effort within the school.* Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with full and part-time faculty, staff, nursing service, and all other persons having a direct impact on the program.
Scholarship
* Maintain CRNA skills and knowledge through formal and informal channels at current levels of accepted practice.* Participate in professional organizations and scholarly activities.
Dependability
* Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.* Submit budget and textbook requests for assigned courses by the posted deadlines.
Student Involvement
* Meet with student academic advisees as needed and maintain advisee records by phone, Zoom or in person.* Collaborate with others in student or school-related activities as appropriate.
Professional Development
* Attend professional meetings, workshops, and/or conventions.* Take part in campus and community activities related to the discipline of nursing.
Other Job Duties Required Qualifications
Graduation from an regaionally accredited college or university with a doctorate. Experience as a CRNA. Must also be a licensed CRNA who has or is eligible for licensure in the State of Tennessee.
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience in master's and/or doctoral level nursing is preferred.
Christian Requirement
Successful candidates must be professing Christians who are active members of a local church, enthusiastically support Union University's Identity, Mission, and Core Values, and articulate a Christian worldview in their work and life. (Union University's Identity, Mission, and Core Values is a link to https://www.uu.edu/about/what-we-believe.cfm)
Physical Requirements
The work performed by this position is of a general office and classroom nature. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to perform the following:
* Speaking and hearing ability to sufficiently communicate in person or over the telephone.* Walk from office to the classroom and from one campus office to another office/building on campus.* Spend extended periods of time sitting and standing with occasional instances of bending and stooping. Classroom and laboratory settings require periods of standing and sitting for the duration of class (1 to 3 hours).* Ability to lift and carry files and materials, handle various types of media and equipment, occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, unless otherwise specified.* Have adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to read words and numbers and interact with people in person, on the phone, through a computer, and in writing. Requires the ability to identify, observe, and assess visual color discrimination and depth perception.* Ability to reach with hands and arms; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls (e.g. mouse, keyboard, telephone, lab equipment). Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F020P Special Instructions to Applicants
Documents to Apply
Required Documents
* Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
* Cover Letter* Transcripts* Letter of Recommendation (1)* Portfolio* Other (1)
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).