Night Shift Clinical Nursing Instructor Job at Chamberlain University in Irwinda

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.

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 locations 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).

Chamberlain Care is the guiding principle we provide to each other and to our students to help our students achieve their goals, reach their dreams and impact healthcare at a national level.

Job Description

Chamberlain College of Nursing seeks Part-Time Clinical Instructors interested in teaching students in our Bachelor of Science in Nursing program studying at our Irwindale, CA campus.

You will be mentoring students in person at an inpatient clinical setting. You'll be making connections between what our students are learning in the classroom and during simulations, with the real-world applications in patient care they are experiencing on-site.

Candidates with a completed MSN are encouraged to apply - Teaching experience is not required!

Clinicals Are Scheduled In a Healthcare Facility In The Areas Of The Inland Empire, Los Angeles County And Orange County (depending On Specialty)

• North and South Los Angeles County: Los Angeles, Panorama City, Paramount, Sylmar, Van Nuys.
• Orange County: Brea, Duarte, Fullerton, Inglewood, San Gabriel
• Santa Clarita Valley: Canyon Country, Newhall, Saugus, Valencia
• San Fernando Valley: Burbank, Calabasas, Glendale, Hidden Hills, San Fernando
• Montclair
• Thousand Oaks
• Riverside

Required commitment is one 12/hour NIGHT SHIFT per week for each 8-week session at one of our clinical partner sites.

We are presently accepting applications to meet potential future need in the following areas of specialization:

• Adult Health I&II (Med-Surg)
• Advanced Adult Health (Med-Surg)
• Fundamentals
• Maternal Child
• Pediatrics

Responsibilities

• Teaching and Curriculum Implementation
• Implement the College's philosophy, curriculum, program outcomes, and course objectives through clinical teaching and service.
• Assume responsibility for all autonomous aspects of individual teaching loads.
• Plan clinical experiences and provide direct supervision and evaluation of nursing students.
• Student Evaluation and Support
• Develop and post written clinical assignments consistent with student's knowledge base, skill competency and individual learning needs.
• Evaluate and provide documented feedback on performance to students based on course objectives.
• Be available for remediation of students as required or needed.
• Correct and return homework, quizzes, tests, lab assignments, clinical paperwork, and other written work in a timely manner.
• Clinical Coordination
• Orient and maintain current knowledge related to clinical site policies, procedures, and expectations with the assistance of the clinical site personnel.
• Develop and post written clinical assignments consistent with students' knowledge base, skill competency, and individual learning needs.
• Program and College Development
• Contribute to the ongoing development, implementation, and evaluation of the programs and the College.
• Participate in the implementation of the College Assessment Program, campus retention efforts, and both departmental and campus policies.
• May teach simulation/skills lab and/or didactic course content under supervision of course coordinator.
• Professionalism and Collaboration
• Serve as a professional role model for other faculty, staff, and students.
• Utilize relationship skills in situations requiring group problem solving, consensus building, and win-win negotiation.
• Work with college administration, staff, and other faculty members to improve the overall operation of the college and student satisfaction rates.
• Regulatory Compliance and Reporting
• Comply with all applicable regulatory rules and standards.
• Keep the course coordinator informed of all student and agency issues and concerns.
• Report to the dean or assistant dean, with direct oversight from a course coordinator.

Qualifications

• A Master's in Nursing (MSN), or doctoral degree (DNP/PhD) in nursing from a regionally accredited college or university
• An unencumbered California RN nursing license
• California Board of Registered Nursing Faculty Approval is required to teach.
• Active BLS certification (American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network)
• At least two years professional experience within last five years in the area of instruction as a registered nurse

Additional Information

The expected compensation rate for this position is $65 per hour for the first 8-hours per day and $97.50 per hour overtime for any hours worked over 8 per day.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation