As a Clinical/Lab Instructor and faculty member of an Extended Campus, the primary responsibility is the implementation of the academic programs. Nursing Instructors are assigned teaching responsibilities in a clinical or lab course and are expected to contribute to achievement of the missions of teaching, research, and service. Faculty is accountable to the Director of Academic Operations (DAO) and Associate Dean for Academic Programs.

Major Responsibilities Include:

• Master’s degree in nursing is desired or currently enrolled in a Master’s program.
• Additional ongoing certifications and training desired.
• Practice: Evidence of a minimum of two years of successful professional nursing practice.
• Teaching Experience: Evidence of a minimum two years of teaching experience (preferred).
• Clinical Competence: Able to function with professional accountability in clinical settings.
• Teaching Competence: Able to create a climate conducive to positive student learning.
• Technology Competence: Able to use computer technology (Word, Power Point, E-mail, Internet) at a minimum
• Recognize the importance of distance education and be willing to facilitate distance education.
• Must provide a high level of professional nursing care to patients and clients.
• Function as a role model for professional nursing and communicate this role to students.
• Maintain knowledge of health needs of own community and its healthcare services.
• Ability to accept shared responsibility for the planning and implementation of assigned courses, program planning activities, and other needs of the academic programs.
• Ability to provide a supportive learning environment for students.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, staff, students, agency personnel, and others as necessary in providing public service.
• Demonstrate commitment to continued professional learning.
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About Utica University

Founded in 1946, Utica University is a private comprehensive institution distinguished for its integration of liberal and professional study. Our dedicated faculty and staff have built a tradition of excellence in teaching and learning with particular emphasis on providing individual attention to students. The University enrolls approximately 3,700 students – approximately 2,700 undergraduates and 1,000 graduate students. A city of approximately 60,000, Utica is located at the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains in the Mohawk Valley region of upstate New York. The area offers easy access to a broad variety of cultural attractions, including the historic Stanley Performing Arts Center and renowned Munson Williams Proctor Arts Institute, as well as four-season recreation.

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