[Hiring] Nursing: Graduate Nursing Adjunct Faculty Instructor MSN Nurse Educator and/or Health Systems Leadership @Indiana Wesleyan University

Role Description

The Division of Nursing in the School of Integrated Health at Indiana Wesleyan University is seeking applications for adjunct faculty in the Division of Graduate Studies in Nursing, Master of Science in Nurse Educator and/or Health Systems Leadership specializations who will be responsible for teaching online courses to adult students. These courses follow a curriculum designed by the graduate nursing faculty and use a facilitator model of instruction. Teaching opportunities will be offered as they become available.

• Have an earned Doctoral Degree in Nursing - (Essential)
• Maintain an active, unencumbered nursing license in the state from which the faculty member teaches and in the state of any on-ground instruction. A compact license is encouraged - (Essential)
• Demonstrate a vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ to students related to life and learning. Incorporating Biblical principles and prayer into teaching content, demonstrating content expertise within the subject area - (Essential)
• Facilitate engaging individual and group instructional activities. Motivating students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process and assist them in achieving course objectives and learning outcomes - (Essential)
• Communicate with all IWU constituents in a professional and academic manner. Capitalizing on teaching moments and other communication opportunities through the use of weekly announcements and emails - (Essential)
• Apply sufficient, consistent rigor in grading student assignments, giving substantive feedback and critical evaluation within one week of the assignment due date. Responding to student questions and concerns within 24 - 48 hours or less - (Essential)
• Utilize an online learning management system for grading and access to instructional materials; have experience in the onsite and online classroom as either an instructor or learner - (Essential)
• Maintain and report student grades and attendance in accordance with university policies. Engage in the evaluation of the course and of your own teaching performance. Participate in the course Continuous Quality Improvement as well as fulfilling two faculty development sessions per year - (Essential)

Qualifications

• According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
• Doctoral degree in Nursing
• Teaching and instructional strategies for the online and onsite classroom/environment
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
• Knowledge of principles, methods, and current developments in the field of nursing and program assessment

Requirements

• Maintain an active, unencumbered nursing license in the state from which the faculty member teaches and in the state of any on-ground instruction. A compact license is encouraged
• Onsite or online teaching experience at the graduate level preferred
• Scholarship and publications are valued
• Ability to communicate and problem-solve professionally while maintaining confidentiality of vital information
• Due to the distance nature of this position, remote accessibility is needed to accomplish the duties and responsibilities of the position

Company Description

IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.