Opportunity at a Glance

Chamberlain University College of Nursing is seeking Online Faculty (part-time) to teach in our Master of Science - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Specialty Track. We build long-term relationships with superior nurse educators who are experts in their field and committed to providing the finest in practitioner-focused education.

We are presently accepting applications to meet future need from qualified candidates with interest in teaching a variety of courses.

NR-571: Complex Diagnosis & Management in Acute Care Practicum

In this course the student expands the knowledge in care of patients specific to the role of the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP), with a focus on healthcare needs of complex critically ill adults and older adults. Students will further develop their skills related to health promotion, prevention of illness, diagnosis and management of complex acute health problems experienced. Care strategies will include patient education, protocol development, follow-up and referral through a practicum experience in a precepted acute care setting.

NR-572: Advanced Acute Care Management

In this course the student learns theoretical and practical knowledge of diagnostic principles specific to the role of the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP), for the healthcare needs of advanced critically ill adults and older adults. Students will further develop their skills related to health promotion, prevention of illness, diagnosis and management of advanced acute and chronic conditions, including behavioral health. Care strategies will include patient education, protocol development, follow-up and referral through a practicum experience in a precepted advanced acute care setting.

NR-573: Advanced Acute Care Management Lab

In this course, students participate in a faculty-supervised lab in which
they have the opportunity to learn and practice advanced skills for
assessments and procedures used in managing the care of acutely
or critically ill adults.

NR-574: Acute Care Practicum I

The student will synthesize all elements of clinical management skills and knowledge and continue to analyze, apply and evaluate diverse aspects of patient assessment and healthcare intervention, with a focus in growing independence. This precepted practicum will be with an approved provider in a complex acute care practice setting

If you are passionate about nursing and advancing your career through the power of education, we want to talk with you today.

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Responsibilities

• Inspire students to complete their programs by providing regular, meaningful feedback about their academic performance, development and participation while encouraging them to engage fully in their education.
• Engage students in meaningful asynchronous threaded discussions at least 4 days per week, moderating participation, evaluating responses and rationales, and responding to questions or comments.
• Evaluate academic progress and comprehension of course content through assigning and grading quizzes, exams and writing assignments.
• Exhibit Chamberlain Care™ by displaying behaviors of care, respect and professionalism, creating a culture that fosters collaboration, cooperation and respect among all.
• Be readily available to meet the needs of a student body that is diverse in age, culture and academic preparation.
• Identify and embrace opportunities to enhance student engagement by reaching out to students in need and responding quickly to requests for help.
• Bring your professional experience to life through professional development, introducing industry perspective into courses and sharing information about nursing trends and opportunities with students.
• Promote student success by demonstrating flexibility in style, schedule, and exhibiting your passion for teaching by devoting time and energy to improve scholarly excellence and subject matter expertise.
• Foster a positive learning environment by maintaining accurate records, submitting grades on time, and enforcing academic policies.
• Use appropriate technological options for online technologies and course-related software, including Websites, e-mail, and online discussions for preparing the course and making it accessible to students.
• Model effective oral and written communications that engage the students, provide clarity, and improve student learning.
• Set clear expectations for the course by publishing course terminal objectives, assignment/examinations dates, and weight the distribution of various evaluation categories.
• Ensure that the content and level of material included on exams correspond to the course terminal objectives.
• Be available via email or telephone to provide support to the student.
• Introduce problem based learning presentations in which students are introduced to basic health assessment methods and tools.
• Engage up to 20 students in asynchronous threaded discussions and facilitating the discussions by asking questions, asking for rationale, and encouraging students to employ critical thinking skills as they encounter increasingly complex issues.
• Evaluate student progress in the effective use of critical thinking skills and the application of proficiencies developed in the program through practice exams.
• Communicate with students at least four times weekly throughout the 8-week course and respond to any student inquiries in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• MSN and DNP or PhD in nursing degree are required
• A minimum of 2 years teaching experience is required; preferably at the graduate level
• Online teaching experience highly preferred
• Must have an active unencumbered RN nursing license; compact licensure preferred
• Must have an active unencumbered APRN nursing license in one or more of the following states: AL, ID, OK, OR, TN, WY
• Must be board certified by ANCC or AACN as ACNP or AGACNP
• Must have subject matter expertise in the course of instruction
• Faculty must have excellent communication, motivational, and instructional skills in a diverse and non-traditional environment

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