Adjunct Faculty Pool, School of Nursing

Pepperdine University School of Nursing invites applications forClinical Adjunct Facultyappointments to support its prelicensure and graduate nursing programs. Clinical adjunct faculty play a vital role in preparing future nurses through high-quality supervised clinical and practice-based learning experiences.

Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis in alignment with clinical placement needs and program requirements each academic term. Appointments vary based on enrollment course offerings and clinical site availability.

The School of Nursing seeks candidates who are committed toexcellence in clinical education student development and compassionate patient-centered care guided by a caring heart. We welcome applicants who support Pepperdines mission and contribute to a diverse and inclusive learning environment reflective of the communities we serve.

Pepperdine University is an independent Christian university affiliated with the Churches of Christ committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and Christian values preparing students for lives of purpose service and leadership.

Required Qualifications:

• Masters degree inNursing (MSN)or higher (DNP or PhD preferred)
• Current active and unencumberedCalifornia Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Eligibility for approval by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) as clinical faculty
• Minimum ofone year of direct patient care experiencewithin the last five years (or as required by BRN) in the specialty area of instruction

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience inclinical teaching or precepting nursing students
• Clinical expertise aligned with course assignment (e.g. medical-surgical psychiatric-mental health pediatrics maternal-child community health)
• Experience withsimulation skills instruction and/or clinical evaluation tools
• Familiarity withCCNE accreditation standardsAACN Essentials (2021) and competency-based education

Clinical Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities:

• Providedirect supervision and instructionto nursing students in clinical settings
• Ensure students meet requiredclinical learning outcomes and competencies
• Facilitate the development ofclinical judgment professional identity and safe patient care practices
• Evaluate student performance using establishedclinical evaluation tools and program standards
• Maintain compliance withBRN regulations clinical agency requirements and university policies
• Communicate regularly with course faculty and program leadership to support student success
• Uphold asupportive structured and professional learning environment

Appointment Commitment and Instructional Continuity:

Clinical Adjunct Faculty appointments require full participation and engagement for the duration of the academic term to ensure continuity of instruction compliance with regulatory standards and a high-quality student learning experience.

• Summer Term:Faculty must be available for and commit to the full13-week appointment period
• Fall and Spring Terms:Faculty must be available for and commit to the full15-week appointment period

Given the structure of clinical education and the requirements set forth by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) and program accreditation standards partial-term availability extended absences or modified schedules that disrupt instructional continuity are not permitted.

Faculty are expected to:

• Be present for all assigned clinical days and instructional responsibilities
• Ensure students receive the full complement of required clinical hours and learning experiences
• Coordinate any unforeseen absences in advance with course leadership with appropriate coverage to maintain uninterrupted student instruction

Acceptance of a Clinical Adjunct Faculty appointment signifies a commitment to fulfill all instructional responsibilities across the entire term. Failure to meet these expectations may result in reassignment or withdrawal of the appointment.

BRN Faculty Approval and Compliance:

All Clinical Adjunct Faculty must meet California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) faculty qualifications and obtain approval prior to engaging in clinical instruction. Selected candidates will be required to:

• Submit documentation for BRN faculty approval through theBreEZe
• Provide evidence of education and clinical experience aligned with the assigned teaching area
• Complete all onboarding and compliance requirements within established timelines

Instructional responsibilities may not begin until BRN approval is confirmed. Appointment is contingent upon meeting all regulatory and university requirements.

The ideal candidates will:

• Demonstrate a commitment tostudent-centered clinical teaching and mentorship
• Support students in integratingtheory into practice
• Modelprofessional ethical and compassionate nursing care
• Engage effectively with interdisciplinary teams and clinical partners
• Uphold and contribute to Pepperdinesmission and Christian values

Applications should include:

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2. Cover Letter addressing:
   • Clinical and teaching experience
   • Alignment with Pepperdine Universitys mission
   • Areas of clinical expertise
   • Availability (days evenings and/or clinical shifts)
3. Contact information forthree professional references

All applications are submitted to an ongoing adjunct pool. You will be contacted if your qualifications align with our openings. If you are not contacted for the current term you may still be considered for future terms as our curricular needs vary each semester. Adjunct hiring is conducted on a rolling basis.

The Pepperdine University School of Nursing programs are approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) and are pursuing accreditation through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Questions about the application process can be directed to:

Ariel Wilson

Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal education and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students faculty staff and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people property information and the Universitys reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

This is an Adjunct Exempt position with multiple openings. As this is a pooled position applications will be reviewed on a rolling as-needed basis.

Expected Pay Range: $2227.50 - $3009.00 per unit

The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this position at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience market conditions education/training and skill addition to base pay Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitivebenefits package.

Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal state or local law. Pepperdine is committed to providing a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Engaging in unlawful discrimination or harassment will result in appropriate disciplinary action up to and including dismissal from the University.

Pepperdine is religiously affiliated with the Churches of Christ. It is the purpose of Pepperdine to pursue the very highest employment and academic standards within a context that celebrates and extends the spiritual and ethical ideals of the Christian faith. While students faculty and staff represent many religious backgrounds Pepperdine is permitted under applicable law and reserves the right to seek hire and promote persons who support the goals and mission of the institution including the right to prefer co-religionists who support Pepperdines Christian mission.