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Adjunct Faculty - Clinical/Simulation Laboratory Nursing Faculty

Employer
Holyoke Community College
Location
Holyoke, MA

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Health & Medical, Nursing
Position Type
Adjunct
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Community College
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Holyoke Community College invites applications for anticipated vacancies for the following areas:

  • Acute-Care Medical Surgical Clinical, Simulation Laboratory Instructors
    • The individual appointment to an adjunct nursing faculty position will provide quality learning experiences for Holyoke Community College Associate in Science in Nursing and Practical Nursing students on a semester to semester basis. Follows the policies and regulations of the governing institutions; Holyoke Community College, Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing, and the Accreditation Commission of Nursing Education standards for the ASN and PN programs. Under the direction of the Dean of Health Sciences and Director of Nursing, works collaboratively and collegially with department chairs, faculty and staff to provide instruction in nursing clinical practice, and/or simulation lab settings. Provides students with opportunities to acquire knowledge, develop clinical reasoning to make sound judgments, perform safe psychomotor skills, and demonstrate competency in the end-of-program student learning outcomes. The relationship of the adjunct faculty member to the students is one of educator, evaluator, and facilitator of student-centered learning and safe nursing practice.

    Participates in College-wide, Department of Nursing and Practice Learning Environment orientations, working closely with a department mentor in the clinical onboarding process. Performs instructional-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner in accordance with the mission, policies, and procedures of the Holyoke Community College, Department of Nursing and Practice Learning Environment. Maintains faculty requirements and faculty file updates upon hire and annually. To include, but not limited to, MA RN license in good standing; CORI/SORI screening; drug screening; fingerprinting; liability and health insurance; MA DPH Health requirements; physical exam; evidence of professional development/scholarship; and CPR certification. Maintain clinical expertise in the area of specialization and nursing education in evidence-based practices through ongoing professional development and fieldwork. Participate as a team member to distribute and review the course syllabus, lab manual and/or clinical guidelines during the first class meeting. The adjunct nursing faculty shall forward course materials to the DON no later than the end of the first (1st ) week of classes in each semester.Be prompt and accurate in the recording and reporting of student data including course attendance, assessment of student performance in the clinical/simulation lab evaluation tool, and reporting of final grades.Utilize active learning methods and instructional strategies designed to assist the learner in meeting the student learning outcomes of the course while promoting critical thinking and sound clinical judgment initiatives.Assign, supervise, and plan practice experiences, and evaluate students in clinical/simulation lab learning environments based on student learning outcomes.Work effectively as a team member with the overall department and practice environment, demonstrating positive interpersonal relations, communication, collaboration with other faculty and healthcare members to meet department and student needs.
  • Model professional behaviors for student learners including and enhance nursing student success.
  • Promote working relationships with practice learning environments to enhance student learning experiences.
  • Assure students a safe learning environment and provide safe nursing care for all individuals or groups of individuals.
  • Follow created college simulation lab learning experiences, to include hi and low-fidelity simulation, for student demonstration and evaluation of competent nursing skills based on student learning outcomes.
  • Be available to promote student success, retention, and assist students in achieving learning goals.
  • Attend all scheduled clinical teaching experiences and/or simulation lab sessions. Adjunct faculty follow the MCCC DCE contract.
  • If it is necessary for the adjunct faculty member to miss a clinical/simulation lab, the proper procedure is to notify the Department Secretary, Course Coordinator, and the assigned practice learning environment or the supervisor's designee.
  • Follow the current HCC Student Handbook, College Catalog, Nursing Student Handbook, and Practice Learning Environment policies and procedures.
    • Qualifications

    REQUIRED: BORN 244 CMR 6.00 Hold a current unencumbered Massachusetts Registered Nurse license; with an earned baccalaureate degree in nursing with a minimum of five years full-time clinical nursing experience within the last eight years; evidence of clinical competence in the area of clinical instruction; commitment to support underrepresented students in nursing; acute-care medical surgical nursing experience; ability to demonstrate teaching skills in the clinical and/or nursing skills lab area including the use of interactive and varied pedagogical strategies; confident and comfortable with technology-based instruction including online course work; commitment to teaching a student body diversity in abilities, age, ethnicity, race and sexual orientation; and the ability to work effectively with diverse faculty and staff.

    PREFERRED: Possess an earned Master's degree in nursing, or possess an earned doctorate in nursing, for appointment to the faculty of a Registered Nursing program with a minimum of two years full-time experience in nursing, or its equivalent, within the last five years and evidence of clinical competence in the area of clinical instruction; teaching experience in higher education.

    NOTE: Copy of official transcript must be sent with the application with degree obtained.

    - All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.
    - Pre-Employment Background check, including Criminal History will be conducted for all positions.

    Holyoke Community College is committed to excellence and opportunity through diversity in education and employment. Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, maternity leave, and national origin, in its education programs or employment.

    **Please Note: Effective January 1, 2022, all employees will be required to provide proof of vaccination.

    Organization

    Working at Holyoke Community College

    Since its founding in 1946, Holyoke Community College has focused on inspiring futures through education and training, access, and engagement. The goal is simple-exceptional preparation for personal and professional success through education for all learners.

    HCC's highly-qualified, committed faculty and staff engage learners through innovative, relevant instruction and comprehensive student support services, ensuring that our students are well prepared for their next step in life-whether to transfer to a four-year institution, to advance in a career, to build skills, or simply to enhance their quality of life.

    HCC faculty and staff support students in discovering their academic abilities and career aptitudes for the future they choose. We think they'll find that HCC provides the best start for attaining their goals, for one of the best dollar values in education today.

    Enrollment

    Located in Western Massachusetts' scenic Pioneer Valley, HCC draws students from more than 70 cities and towns throughout the region and from beyond. As a gateway to quality, accessible education and career advancement, more than 100,000 students have come through the doors seeking to realize their dreams and aspirations. HCC boasts the largest enrollment and awards the highest number of associate degrees and certificates among Western Massachusetts community colleges. At the college's 65th commencement in May 2012,a total of 1,000 students received approximately 1,026 associate degrees and certificates. Graduates ranged in age from 18-80, and came from 70 Massachusetts towns, as well as Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont, and from as far away as Florida, Michigan, Missouri and South Carolina. Our international grads included citizens of Israel, Malawi, Peru and South Korea.

    Programs

    HCC offers more than 100 associate degree and certificate options, as well as adult basic education/GED programs, education and training for business and industry, and noncredit community service personal and professional enrichment courses. To accommodate students' busy lives, HCC offers day, twilight, evening, weekend, and online classes. Academic programs, in a variety of disciplines, are designed for immediate career entry or for transfer to four-year institutions. Plus, for those seeking additional intellectual challenge in their coursework, HCC is known for its exceptional learning communities (team-taught interdisciplinary courses organized around a common theme) and its Commonwealth Honors program, among other programs and services.

    Transfer

    HCC has the highest transfer rate of any community college statewide, holding articulation agreements with more than 27 colleges and universities. Many students attend HCC with the intention of transferring to a four-year college or university. And many do so after graduating-often with generous and even full scholarships-to public and private four-year colleges and universities across the country. Locally, HCC is the largest feeder institution for Westfield State College and UMASS Amherst.

    Immediate career entry

    HCC offers short-term certificates and training for students whose goal is immediate career entry. HCC's Career Center provides additional assistance in helping students obtain employment in the region's many workplaces.

    A vibrant community resource

    Throughout the year, HCC is home to numerous recreational and cultural activities and events that are open to the community. View an art exhibit at the Taber Art Gallery, catch a live performance at the Leslie Phillips Theater, enjoy the college's annual Jazz Festival, or come watch one of HCC's competitive varsity athletic games. HCC has the largest disc golf course in Western Massachusetts, and it's free and open to the public.

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