Adjunct Faculty - Nursing

 POSITION PURPOSE

The position holds an adjunct faculty appointment (assistant, associate or full professor) and has academic responsibilities consistent with the mission and philosophy of the academic program including teaching at the graduate level.

Please use the following links to see curriculum details for the various degrees and certificates:

• Nursing
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree / Family Nurse Practitioner (DNP/FNP)
  • Post-Master's Nursing Certificates

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Teaching Activities

   1. Performs teaching activities that include syllabi development, content development, course handouts, design of assessment activities, and timely grading of each assessment

1. University Activities

   1. Participates in program faculty/administration meetings
   2. Demonstrates continued development in expertise area/teaching and learning by attending internal and external sponsored continuing education and professional development programs.

WORKING REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS

Education/Certification:

• Rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor
• Required Doctoral Level education in Nursing
• Certification as Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner or Certified Nurse Leader preferred
• Certified Nurse Educator preferred​

Required Knowledge:

• Current knowledge and skill in the use of information and computer technology (e.g., word processing, e-mail, database) or proven ability to learn these skills
• Knowledge of educational, management, and adult learning theory and principles
• Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal, and practice issues affecting education, students, and the profession of health sciences

Experience Required:

• Teaching experience at the graduate level 
• Teaching experience in an online and/or blended learning environment
• Experience mentoring masters and or doctoral level students​

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong leadership, communication, organization, interpersonal, problem- solving, and counseling skills
• Able to work with students, Faculty/Staff with special needs based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Ability to participate in the most sensitive aspects of peer review and shared governance
• Able to initiate, administer, assess, and document assessment areas related to curriculum and program
• Able to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers Able to travel as needed​

ABOUT ROCKY MOUNTAIN UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS

Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) is a graduate‑level institution dedicated to advancing healthcare education, research, and service. The university prepares healthcare professionals through evidence‑based curricula, collaborative learning, and a commitment to ethical and inclusive practice.

RMU values innovation, service, and continuous improvement, supporting faculty and staff who contribute to a learning environment focused on student success and community impact.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & ACCOMMODATION

RMU is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Employment with the university is at‑will, unless otherwise provided by applicable state law.

Rocky Mountain University will never ask applicants to deposit checks, purchase equipment, send money, transfer funds, or provide banking information as a condition of employment. Any communication purporting to represent RMU that asks you to deposit checks, return funds, purchase equipment, send money, or provide banking information should be presumed fraudulent.