Registered Nurse- Adjunct Faculty College of Nursing

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift

Description: St. Joseph’s College of (SJCON) offers a single purpose, hospital-based, Associate in Applied Science Degree with a major in Nursing. SJCON offers several program options: 1) the traditional weekday format that follows an academic calendar over a two-year timeframe, 2) the Dual Degree Partnership in Nursing (DDPN) option, the Evening/Weekend (E/WE) option, in which students attend on alternating weekends and one evening per week for 18 months; and 4) the accelerated evening/weekend (ADDPN) option that is offered in the same 18-month timeframe to allow students with a BA or BS degree in another field to pursue both an Associate and Bachelor’s degree in nursing. Both options offer a dual degree pathway established through a partnership with Le Moyne College (LMC).

The college has been designated as a National League for Nursing Center of Excellence (1 of only 57 nationally) and is accredited by the Accreditation Commission of Education in Nursing (ACEN), and the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).

This is an in-person position and located in Syracuse, NY.

What you will do:

• Develop, coordinate, lead, and facilitate the theoretical and clinical education of nursing students.
• Contribute to curriculum development, evaluation and revision through participation in Faculty Organization and its standing committees and shared governance.
• Actively participates in ongoing accreditation and continuous quality improvement activities of accreditation standards. Maintains current knowledge of accreditation requirements and contributes regularly to assessment, curriculum review, policy review, data collection, documentation, and evidence development.
• Maintain the prescribed faculty workload including advisement and committee responsibilities.
• Responsible for collaboration, communication & facilitation of optimal provision of care delivered by students with assistance of computerized &/or digital platform that supports the daily management of care.
• Maintains current knowledge of basic health care economics, trends and reimbursements methodologies and applies knowledge to daily practice. Recognizes situations that require immediate intervention. Continues to develop professionally and apply knowledge and skills necessary to supervise/provide care appropriate to each patient.
• Ensures quality nursing care is rendered to all patients in accordance with the New York Nurse Practice Act, National Standards of Practice, and Nursing and Clinical Service standards of care and practice.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current licensure in the State of New York .
• Master’s degree with a major in nursing from an accredited program required.
• Minimum of four years’ experience in nursing. Formal teaching experience and supervision of students in a medical, surgical or specialty area is desired.
• National League for Nursing Certification as a Nurse Educator is preferred.
• Competent in BLS/CPR rescues, BLS Instructor desired.
• Specialized professional knowledge in area of expertise as designated by teaching assignment. General knowledge in nursing practice required. Able to analyze, develop, implement, evaluate and revise classes, clinical experiences and curricula. Computer literacy preferred on hire and required to maintain the position.
• Participates in orientation and continuing education. Maintains knowledge of stages of human development appropriate to the age of patients served in assigned area.

Ministry/Facility Information:

• Our Trinity Health Culture: Our staff know, understand, incorporate & demonstrate our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, through their actions, behaviors, practices & decisions. Our Unit practice counsels, and open-door guiding principle gives all our employees a voice.
• Professional Environment of Care: Practice in an environmentally safe, professional & healthy atmosphere. Only local hospital to receive a Leapfrog A for safety.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefit packages available through Trinity Health, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance
• Professional Development: Strong education program, generous tuition allowance and clinical ladder incentives. We encourage job share opportunities to enhance satisfaction and growth. We encourage participation and support community programs and outreach.
• Work/Life: Follow academic scheduling to balance work/life/school and recreational calendars.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature & level of work being performed by persons assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties so assigned.

Pay Range: $40.70 - $59.20

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.