PG Adjunct Faculty, School of Nursing: ASN Fundamentals Lab/Simulation

Our Opportunity:

Building on Purdue University's mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-quality

education, Purdue University Global is a public, nonprofit institution offering a world-class

education online. Purdue Global’s School of Nursing has an opening for Adjunct Faculty.

Successful candidates in this role will reside in the Perry, IA, area or within a

commutable distance. The clinical site is located at Dallas County Hospital 610

10th Street, Perry, IA 50220

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Job Summary:

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

Head, or his or her designee.

The Adjunct Faculty position will provide support within the School of Nursing for Fundamentals

Lab/Simulation and/or Clinical Operations.

The Adjunct Faculty provides hands-on technical service and practical application guidance to

students and other faculty. The Adjunct assists in the routine maintenance, calibration, and

general operation of sophisticated high, mid, and low fidelity simulation equipment, task trainers,

audio-visual equipment, and computers used in the training of healthcare professionals. This

Adjunct should provide exceptional customer service, including the ability to express technical

information effectively to non-technical persons. Ideally the successful incumbent has

knowledge of and experience with clinical training equipment and simulation lab operations.

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.

● Participate in assessment and curriculum review.

● Remain current with trends, techniques, and technology.

● Maintenance of a professional development plan.

● Lab/Simulation and Clinical Support:

Set up and maintain the simulation lab and classroom, operating the simulation

equipment and virtual reality procedural trainers

Ensure compliance with safety practices to minimize risk in the simulation environment

Collaborates with other clinical faculty during simulations with the ability to make

appropriate adjustments based on needs of the particular scenario.

Provide appropriate guidance to students in the simulation setting related to

professionalism, practice, and research.

● Additional duties as may be assigned by the School.

Experience:

BSN, with 2 years work experience

Two or more years of experience working with simulation in an educational institution or

equivalent setting preferred.

Interest in healthcare simulation, customer service experience

An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered

What we’re looking for:

● Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office suite software, such as MS Word, Excel and

Powerpoint, as well as Google applications such as Gmail, Chat and Meet.

● Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

● Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, balance competing demands for

time, and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.

● Effective analytical skills with the ability to assess situations, resolve issues or make

recommendations as appropriate.

● Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt communication

style and method to suit different audiences.

● Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a professional

demeanor with people at all levels within the organization and from diverse backgrounds.

● Valid driver's license in the state of employment and surrounding states

Occasional travel to other Purdue Global simulation centers to assist with

operational needs.

Occasional travel to support professional development opportunities and required training.

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 proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Our goal is to recruit and retain talent from a diverse pool of applicants and celebrate a variety of perspectives, experiences, and skills to support an inclusive environment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, striving to ensure a fair and equitable process. All are encouraged to apply.

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