Visiting Faculty, School of Nursing Non-tenure track

Chester - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Widener University is currently seeking a Visiting Professor in the School of Nursing. Reporting to the Dean the Visiting Professor of Nursing is a 10-month non-tenure track position. This position will contribute to undergraduate nursing education with a focus on Medical Surgical Nursing. This role emphasizes excellence in teaching student mentorship and service to the university and surrounding community while fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to):

Essential duties:

Teaching and Curriculum Development

Design and deliver evidence-based teaching strategies for undergraduate nursing courses.
Integrate innovative and inclusive pedagogical approaches into the curriculum.

Student Engagement

Mentor and advise nursing students to support academic and professional growth.
Promote a culture of equity inclusion and academic freedom fostering a welcoming environment for all students and colleagues.

Service & Collaboration

Participate in service activities within the university School of Nursing and local community.
Collaborate with faculty and staff to support the mission and goals of the School of Nursing.

Secondary Responsibilities:

Support and foster interprofessional education and collaborative practice experiences.
Engage in clinical practice as required by advanced practice certification.
Provide optional volunteer opportunities at the Widener Community Nursing Clinic offering pro bono care to underserved/uninsured populations.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned or directed to support departmental needs and align with the mission of the School of Nursing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required):

Required:

Masters degree in Nursing (MSN).
Active RN license and eligibility for licensure in Pennsylvania.
Three (3) years of academic teaching experience including clinical instruction. An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
Three (3) years of professional experience in Medical Surgical Nursing.
Demonstrated excellence in communication and collaboration.

Preferred:

Certification in Medical Surgical Nursing.
Certification as a Nurse Educator (CNE) CNE Clinical and/or CNE Novice.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS:

Evening teaching assignments may be required.
This position requires a commitment to academic excellence innovation and student success.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty staff and students from a variety of backgrounds cultures and personal experiences are welcomed and can are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age color national origin race religion disability veteran status sex sexual orientation gender identity genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

U.S. work authorization is required.

Widener University an independent metropolitan doctoral-intensive university connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching active scholarship personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester PA Wideners main campus is nestled between Philadelphia PA and Wilmington DE with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university please visit our website at .

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