NR579 Online Faculty (part-time) - Palliative Care in Adult-Gerontology Across the Spectrum

Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations. We’re 99,000 strong, with 31,000 students and 68,000 alumni armed with the skills, passion, and determination to make a difference in today’s complex healthcare environment. By living Chamberlain Care®, we’ve built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.

Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 campuses and online post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with six Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Our College of Health Professions offers online options with a Master of Public Health degree, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree. Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Adtalem Global Education, at www.chamberlain.edu.

Chamberlain University College of Nursing is seeking Online Faculty (part-time) to teach in our Master of Science - Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) Specialty Track. We build long-term relationships with superior nurse educators who are experts in their field and committed to providing the finest in practitioner-focused education.

We are presently accepting applications from qualified candidates with interest in teaching a variety of courses for an upcoming session.

The course available for instruction include:

NR-579: Palliative Care in Adult-Gerontology Across the Spectrum

In this course the student will apply an evidence-based approach to provide
in-depth examination of palliative care principles specific to the role of the
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) with a focus
on palliative care. The student will explore, analyze, apply and evaluate
serious, life-limiting, incurable health conditions frequently encountered
adolescents, adults and older adults at any stage of illness or development.
Students will examine the obstacles and opportunities to provide palliative
care from a practice and policy perspective within current and emerging
models of care. Students, in collaboration with other disciplines, integrate
physical, psychological, social and spiritual aspects of care for the patient,
family and communities through a practicum experience.

In this role, you will:

• Inspire students to complete their programs by providing regular, meaningful feedback about their academic performance, development and participation while encouraging them to engage fully in their education.
• Engage students in meaningful asynchronous threaded discussions at least 4 days per week, moderating participation, evaluating responses and rationales, and responding to questions or comments.
• Evaluate academic progress and comprehension of course content through assigning and grading quizzes, exams and writing assignments.
• Exhibit  Chamberlain Care ™ by displaying behaviors of care, respect and professionalism, creating a culture that fosters collaboration, cooperation and respect among all.
• Be readily available to meet the needs of a student body that is diverse in age, culture and academic preparation.
• Identify and embrace opportunities to enhance student engagement by reaching out to students in need and responding quickly to requests for help.
• Bring your professional experience to life through professional development, introducing industry perspective into courses and sharing information about nursing trends and opportunities with students.
• Promote student success by demonstrating flexibility in style, schedule, and exhibiting your passion for teaching by devoting time and energy to improve scholarly excellence and subject matter expertise.
• Foster a positive learning environment by maintaining accurate records, submitting grades on time, and enforcing academic policies.
• Use appropriate technological options for online technologies and course-related software, including Websites, e-mail, and online discussions for preparing the course and making it accessible to students.
• Model effective oral and written communications that engage the students, provide clarity, and improve student learning.
• Set clear expectations for the course by publishing course terminal objectives, assignment/examinations dates, and weight the distribution of various evaluation categories.
• Ensure that the content and level of material included on exams correspond to the course terminal objectives.  
• Be available via email or telephone to provide support to the student. 
• Introduce problem based learning presentations in which students are introduced to basic health assessment methods and tools.
• Engage up to 20 students in asynchronous threaded discussions and facilitating the discussions by asking questions, asking for rationale, and encouraging students to employ critical thinking skills as they encounter increasingly complex issues.
• Evaluate student progress in the effective use of critical thinking skills and the application of proficiencies developed in the program through practice exams.
• Communicate with students at least four times weekly throughout the 8-week course and respond to any student inquiries in a timely manner.

You are encouraged to explore this opportunity if you meet these requirements:

• MSN and DNP or PhD in nursing degree are required
• A minimum of 2 years teaching experience is required; preferably at the graduate level
• Online teaching experience highly preferred
• Must have an active unencumbered RN nursing license; compact licensure preferred
• Prefer an active unencumbered APRN nursing license in one or more of following states: MA, and/or NV
• FNP, ANP or AGPCNP certification required
• Must have subject matter expertise in the course of instruction
• Faculty must have excellent communication, motivational, and instructional skills in a diverse and non-traditional environment

Chamberlain Visiting Professor Position - Online:
In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected compensation rate for this position is between $850/Earned Credit Hour to $1,950/Earned Credit Hour,depending on the candidate’s education and experience.

Actual pay may be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as type of course taught; experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements.

Chamberlain Visiting Professor Position - Campus:
In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected compensation rate for this position is between $1,120 per assignment to $7,245 per assignment.

Actual pay may be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as type of course taught; experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements.
Chamberlain Visiting Professor Position - Campus
In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected compensation rate for this position is between $560 per assignment to $7,245 per assignment, depending on the credit hour assigned to the course.
Actual pay may be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as type of course taught; experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements.

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