Position Overview:
St. Thomas University College of Nursing is seeking a certified Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) to provide online instruction and academic support to graduate nursing students enrolled in the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program. The successful candidate will facilitate learning through online course delivery, discussion engagement, grading, and timely feedback while promoting evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning. This adjunct faculty member will maintain program standards, collaborate with faculty, and support student success in preparation for advanced practice roles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach a variety of graduate nursing courses, including but not limited to general nursing and specialized courses in the candidate’s area of expertise, including Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner.
- Develop and implement innovative, evidence-based teaching strategies for online learning environments.
- Provide academic advising and mentorship to students, helping them set academic and professional goals.
- Engage in curriculum development, program assessment and evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives for nursing programs.
- Maintain office hours as per St. Thomas University guidelines and support the program’s goals through direct involvement in faculty initiatives.
- Actively participate in simulation-based learning activities as needed.
- Collaborate with faculty members to enhance student learning, clinical placements, and program development
- Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities, including faculty committees and community engagement
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that promotes student success and addresses the needs of a diverse student population
- Stay current with advances in nursing practice and education to continuously improve teaching and clinical instruction.