[Hiring] Online Adjunct Instructor - Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Practicum II and Clinical @Rasmussen University

Role Description

This course and practicum experience provide an opportunity for students to apply newly acquired knowledge and skills as they participate in the evaluation, treatment, and management of patients seeking primary care services. Although practicum experiences may include a variety of adult patients, there is a focus on caring for adolescent, young adult, and adult patients. Students apply the knowledge of advanced assessment and diagnostic reasoning to formulate treatment plans for primary care patients within the ages of adolescence through adult. Emphasis is placed on the identification of signs and symptoms of disorders, selecting treatments and pharmacological interventions, inclusive of health promotion, health restoration and maintenance, and evidence-based practice in primary care settings.

Responsibilities

• Competency-Based Education (CBE) allows students to master content and skills within a course or program at their own pace and prioritizes the demonstration of student learning over time.
• CBE courses are broken into multiple modules that are self-paced.
• Each module has an assessment at the end of it that allows students to demonstrate their mastery of the material.
• CBE Combined Instructional/Assessment Adjunct Faculty model consists of one faculty member facilitating and grading student assignment submissions.
• Faculty are responsible for running a number of live sessions during the week based on student need.
• Live sessions will cover a variety of topics including help with submissions, open office hours, content delivery, and general success strategies.
• Grading is facilitated through the use of detailed rubrics and feedback.

Key Accountabilities

• The essential function of the position includes, but are not limited to the following tasks, duties, and responsibilities consistent with the function.
• The employee is expected to perform all other duties as requested, directed, and/or assigned.
• Adjunct faculty will be assigned up to 3 work units per academic quarter.

Teaching Effectiveness

• Use of effective teaching strategies and multiple teaching techniques; teaching and modeling appropriate level learning skills and creating an environment conducive to learning.
• Creating high levels of student engagement through activities, community building, and student-centered learning.
• Use of live classroom tools to hold synchronous learning sessions with students.
• Clarity, relevance, and connection of class session objectives to course performance objectives.
• Organized classroom and efficient use of class time.

Subject Matter Expertise

• Demonstrate mastery and ability to articulate and relate to students.
• Play an integral role in the development and implementation of curriculum and assessment for their area of expertise.

Student and University Support and Professionalism

• Faculty are responsible for creating a classroom presence in support of students in collaboration with their Dean.
• Student support and outreach that supports the success of students is accomplished through faculty availability to students in all courses through synchronous or asynchronous communication and meetings.

Faculty Meetings and Other Responsibilities

• Faculty will attend events, programmatic meetings, and committee work as agreed upon and/or designated by the Dean.
• Appropriate behavior, language, professional communication, demeanor and dress will be exhibited at all times.

Professional Development

• Faculty must complete a minimum of six (6) Rasmussen Educational Units (REUs) annually or two (2) REUs per quarter for each quarter you teach (whichever is less).

Experience and Qualifications

• Teaching experience preferred (Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field of study).
• Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with students, leadership, and peers.
• Excellent written communication and strong verbal communication skills in the English language.
• Online adjuncts will need regular access to a computer with the following system requirements:
• Windows XP or greater
• Microsoft Office 2010
• An internet connection

Education, Certifications and Licensures

• Doctorate in Nursing.
• Must hold active Minnesota RN License and certified AGNP.
• 2-3 years experience as an AGNP.
• Must be able to provide professional licenses/certifications required for specialized schools (Health Sciences, Nursing) before teaching.
• Must be able to provide official transcripts for each degree earned from an accredited institution before teaching.

Benefits

• Rasmussen University offers a robust total rewards program that includes a competitive compensation and benefits program.
• Defined compensation structure is market competitive and is built to reward performance.
• Online Part-Time (Adjunct) Instructor compensation is determined based on the workload (Work Unit) associated with the specific course assignment.
• Estimated pay is $1,700.00 per full-term Work Unit.
• Part-time employees are eligible for our 401(K) retirement plan with employer matching, paid sick leave, a robust learning management system, and individual development planning.
• Continuing education benefits for part-time employees include a tuition reduction on courses taken within our family of brands.
• Commitment to supporting an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.