Nursing Adjunct Instructor - Medical Surgical Clinical

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. Master’s degree in Nursing preferred. Four (4) years or relevant work experience in nursing that includes primary focus in adult medical surgical. Possession of, or eligibility for, a valid license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Delaware or compact state at time of application and during employment in this position; demonstrated knowledge of subject matter in areas of nursing, teaching methods, clinical skills, and nursing protocol; ability to communicate subject matter to a diverse population; ability to function in clinical setting without limitation. Must be able to meet the essential functions as outlined for a clinical faculty member. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES FOR THE POSITION OF REGISTERED NURSE REQUIRED IN THE ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING PROGRAM I. Principal Accountability Performance Requirements Ability to use senses Visual acuity with corrective lenses to identify color changes in skin, respiratory movements in clients, read fine print/writing on physicians orders, monitors, equipment calibrations, measure medications in syringes, IVs, etc. Hearing ability with auditory aides to hear monitor alarms, emergency signals, call bells, telephone orders; to hear blood pressure, heart, lung, and abdominal sounds with a stethoscope; to understand a normal speaking voice without viewing the speaker’s face. Motor Ability Physical ability to walk long distances, to stand for prolong periods, to lift, move, and transfer patients, equipment of 50 lbs. or more, to maneuver in limited space, to perform CPR, to provide routine and emergency patient care, to have manual dexterity and feeling ability of hands to insert tubes, prepare medications, and perform technical skills. Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form through interaction with clients, family, and health care members; to write clearly and correctly on client’s record for legal documentation. Ability to Problem-Solve Intellectual and conceptual ability for measuring, calculating, reasoning, analyzing, prioritizing, and synthesizing data. Ability to Maintain Emotional Stability Ability to function safely under stress and adapt to changing clinical and client situations. II. IMMUNIZATIONS A. Faculty must meet all clinical agency requirements.