Clinical Nursing Educator

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About University of Saint Joseph:

The University of Saint Joseph, founded by the Sisters of Mercy, provides a rigorous liberal arts and professional education for a diverse student population in an inclusive environment that encourages strong ethical values, personal integrity, and a sense of responsibility to the needs of society.

The University has been recognized as a top national university in Connecticut by U.S. News & World Report's Best College Rankings including being the #1 Connecticut University in "Top Performers on Social Mobility," #2 Connecticut University in "Best Value Schools," and #3 Connecticut University in "Best National Universities."

Ideally situated midway between Boston and New York City, the beautiful 90-acre Olmsted-designed campus is one mile from West Hartford's thriving downtown, and provides an array of cultural events, occasions for spiritual development, and fitness and recreational options. The University also has an active presence outside our campus, reaching into the surrounding community through internships, community service projects, new program and partnerships.

At University of Saint Joseph, our mission statement profoundly resonates with our faculty and staff and serves as the foundation upon which our employment policy is built. We seek to attract, develop and retain individuals who are committed to our mission. We are committed to providing an environment where diverse talents, perspectives, experiences and contributions are recognized, and one that promotes the "growth of the whole person" with resources that enable employees to meet professional and personal life needs.

 Job Description:

The Clinical Nursing Educator in the department of Nursing will report to the Director of Undergraduate Clinical Experiences. This is a full-time, 12-month or 9-month, staff position with the following expectations:

• Lead three to four clinical days per week at external clinical sites to support pre-licensure clinical academic courses.
• Facilitate professional relationships with all members of the health care team within the clinical setting.
• Model professional behavior above the spectrum of preconference, clinical, post conference and lab.
• Foster critical thinking to complete care for patient assignments.
• Provide clear expectations of outcomes to students within the clinical group.
• Provide constructive feedback throughout the clinical experience.
• Identify student deficits and report them to course faculty in a timely manner.
• Assesses feasibility of successful clinical completion at clinical site assigned.
• Collaborate with course faculty and the Director of Simulation Experience to fulfill clinical support and educational needs in the Nursing Education and Simulation Center.
• Collaborate with clinical course faculty and Director of Simulation Experience to fulfill simulation program outcomes.
• Collaborate with Undergraduate and Accelerated Second Degree Program Directors to assist with teaching needs in the prelicensure courses.

 Requirements:

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing
• Current Connecticut RN license (valid as of date of hire);
• Two or more years of clinical experience in an acute care setting
• Two or more years of experience teaching undergraduate students in clinical settings such as acute and skilled care facilities, community settings, pediatric care institutions including schools and/or behavioral health clinical settings
• Experience evaluating student performance in clinical training settings
• Experience managing and directing group clinical training for students in baccalaureate nursing programs
• Experience developing effective working relationships with hospitals, clinics, and other community partners
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal relationship strategies
• Commitment to the Mission and Vision of the University of Saint Joseph and the Department of Nursing
• Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with students in an accelerated nursing entry program
• Previous classroom teaching experience in an institution of higher education
• Current experience with direct patient care in clinical settings such as acute and skilled care facilities, community settings, pediatric care institutions including schools and/or behavioral health clinical settings
• Experience with a wide-range of educational strategies, including virtual and in-person simulation
• Experience with telehealth technologies

The final offer will be based on the successful candidate's qualification, experience and whether the position is12-month or 9-month. 

 Application Instructions:

Persons interested in the above position should apply online.  Please submit:  

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter including interest in either the 12-month or 9-month position
• Three current professional references (contact information only, there is a section on the employment application to include this information)