Annual Faculty, Medical Surgical Nursing

Description:

Job Description Summary:

Samuel Merritt University graduates improve health outcomes and
reduce disparities for all members of our communities. We have
spent more than a century preparing outstanding healthcare
professionals through immersive learning and community engagement,
and are deeply committed to transforming healthcare through
diversity and inclusion. At the School of Nursing, we are at the
forefront of educational innovation in theory and practice to
prepare highly competent professional nursing leaders who are
engaged in the advancement of nursing practice and the improvement
of health for diverse populations/peoples. Our mission is to
prepare highly skilled nurse clinicians and nurse leaders who
promote health and well-being across diverse populations and
communities, recognize the importance of Social Determinants of
Health, and practice with compassion, kindness, and respect.

Join a team of dedicated educators! Our faculty are known for their
passion for growing the nursing vocation. With this passion, we
strive to awaken curiosity in our students and instill lifelong
learning. Congruent with our values, we work hard to inspire
service and leadership in our students and in our surrounding
communities. For this reason, the role of faculty is vitally
important because of their unmatched position to shape the
professional and personal development of graduates. Adjunct faculty
are responsible for creating a positive learning environment for
students in accordance with the educational objectives of the
course and implement the policies identified in the course syllabus
to ensure the successful achievement of course objectives.

There are multiple adjunct faculty (Theory, Lab, and Clinical)
opportunities available for the Fresno campus. These opportunities
are ideal for working nurses who are not seeking full-time teaching
positions, but have expertise in disciplines of medical-surgical
nursing, critical care, pediatrics, maternity, community health,
mental health nursing or simulation and an interest in teaching and
student mentorship.

Duties and Responsibilities:

All Assignments

• Completes the required orientation for adjunct faculty.
• Creates a dynamic, learner-centered environment that supports

the diverse learning needs of the student population based on
educational theory and evidence-based teaching practices.

• Apprises students of their progress in the course at the

mid-term point, as defined in the syllabus, and for those who are
not meeting expectations, establishes a mutual learning plan to
achieve stated goals.

• Notifies the program director/chair (and course manager if

relevant) of at-risk students as soon as identified and at least
weekly thereafter.

• Participates in program and course faculty meetings as

needed.

• Meets with program faculty to review the course and make

recommendations for improvements.

• Refers students to appropriate learning and support

resources.

Teaching (Theory)

• Prepares and conducts effective classroom/hybrid learning

activities congruent with the course objectives.

• Plans learning experiences that are appropriate to the level of

the student

• Organizes and maintains the Canvas course.
• Responds to student electronic and telephone communications

within 48 hours.

• Prepares and reviews written examinations, papers, and student

projects and evaluates learner performance in the classroom.

• Meets with students as requested outside of class to provide

learning support

• Submits attendance at the start of course Teaching

(Clinical).

• Meets with course manager prior to the first day of clinical to

review clinical and course requirements.

• Completes an appropriate clinical orientation to the site/s (if

necessary) where the faculty member will be overseeing students;
maintains and enhances competence in the clinical area of
teaching.

• Models reflective and critical thinking in the lab/clinical

environment and serves as a coach and mentor for students; confers
with them on their progress and assists them in the development of
learning plans to facilitate successful achievement of course
objectives.

• Reviews written assignments and provides appropriate, timely,

written feedback; documents student progress on appropriate forms
and if necessary, pro

• vides a learning plan for the attainment of objectives.
• Submits the students’ final clinical evaluations for filing as

instructed as well as final grades.

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Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Masters and/or doctorate in nursing or a related field from an

accredited institution of higher learning.

• Experience teaching diverse students at the baccalaureate or

higher degree level.

• Unencumbered California registered nurse license or eligible

for licensure in California.

• Demonstrated current competence in theory or clinical area at

the level of the student being taught.

• Experience working with leadership in healthcare and academic

institutions and community organizations.

Work Environment:

Office Location: Oakland Campus – Onsite

• This is an onsite position based in Oakland, CA, requiring

regular in-office presence to support daily operations,
collaboration, and student or team engagement.

• Work is performed primarily on campus in a dynamic academic

environment, with direct interaction across multidisciplinary
teams.

Mental/Physical Requirements:

This position will be performed in an office setting. The position
will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate
in person, video and by telephone, frequently operate standard
office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Employee Status:Regular

Exemption Status:United States of America (Exempt)

Time Type:Full time

Job Shift: Pay Range:

The anticipated annual salary range for this exempt position is
$97,000–$120,000. The actual salary offered will be determined
based on job-related factors, including relevant experience,
qualifications, skills, and geographic location, as
applicable.

Organization:

At Samuel Merritt University (SMU), we are dedicated to fostering a
supportive, inclusive community committed to advancing healthcare
through exceptional education, compassionate care, and community
service. Known for our leading-edge programs in health sciences,
SMU equips students and faculty with the knowledge and skills to
make impactful contributions to health and wellness.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. SMU welcomes
applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an
inclusive workplace where anyone can thrive and reach their full
potential.

Samuel Merritt University currently provides base salary ranges for
all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on
local requirements. Individual compensation will ultimately be
determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not
limited to qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant
skills.

Benefits

Samuel Merritt University offers a comprehensive benefits package
that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental health and wellness resources
• Education reimbursement
• Employee discounts through Marketplace
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Nine paid holidays, plus a paid holiday break between Christmas

and New Year’s Day

• Two floating holidays
• One paid Volunteer Work Day
• Five Education Leave Days

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