Regular Faculty, Maternity

Description:

Job Description Summary:

Who we are: 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 College 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 motto is education
plus compassion which we proudly demonstrate in the ways that we
serve our students, faculty, staff, and in our local
communities.

Join a team of dedicated educators: Our faculty are known for their
passion for growing the nursing profession. 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. For this reason, the role
of faculty is vitally important because of its unmatched position
to shape the professional and personal development of graduates.
This position is in the College of Nursing (CoN) and reports
directly to the Director of Entry Level Master’s in Nursing Program
(ELMSN). The position combines teaching, scholarship and service.
We define teaching as creating environments that facilitate student
learning and the attainment of expected outcomes at the course and
program levels. Faculty has ownership for the development,
implementation, evaluation and revision of the curricula within the
College of Nursing which are designed to prepare graduates to
provide nursing care in a dynamic health care environment. Service
implies the use of academic and professional expertise to serve the
University, the nursing profession and the community. Service
consists of meaningful activities that promote the image, mission
or strategic priorities of the University, the well-being of
relevant individuals or groups among the community of interest or
the professional growth of faculty. Scholarship reflects activities
resulting in the production, reorganization/refinement,
dissemination or creation of works that advance knowledge in
nursing.

This is an annualized position teaching Mental Health in our ELMSN
program located on our Sacramento campus. In addition to teaching,
you will be expected to engage in service, which can include
student advising, office hours, and participation in University
ceremonies, i.e., graduation or pinning ceremonies. This position
is open until filled. The position reports to the Director of Entry
Level Master’s in Nursing Program (ELMSN).

Duties and Responsibilities:

Major Areas of responsibilities include but not limited
to:

Teaching (92 %)*

• Creates a dynamic, learner-centered environment that uses a

variety of teaching methods based on educational theory and
evidence-based teaching and clinical practices that support the
diverse learning needs of the student population.

• Models reflective and critical thinking 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 .

• Maintains and enhances competence in subjects being

taught.

• Confers with colleagues to assure the integrity of the courses

across programs and the curriculum as a whole.

• Prepares and reviews written examinations, papers, and student

projects; supervises independent study projects as needed, and
evaluates learner performance in both the classroom and clinical
settings.

• Notifies Course Manager of at-risk students or unusual

occurrences.

• Supervises or teaches clinical rotations as needed in acute,

community and laboratory settings as well as
internship/preceptorship courses.

• Documents student progress on appropriate forms .
• Other duties as assigned.

Service (8 %)*

• Participate in Faculty Organization meetings.
• Participate in College of Nursing Faculty meetings.
• Participate in University or College committees as

needed.

• Provide service to the profession and the community.
• Participate in University and CoN events as specified in

University and CoN attendance expectations.

• Clarify with the student the nursing curriculum and

interpretation of programmatic requirements.

• Provide needed information so students can make the best

academic decisions for themselves.

• Increase student awareness of educational resources

available.

• Discuss student academic progress and progression toward

educational goals.

• Refer to other institutional and community support services,

where appropriate .

• Forward appropriate student information regarding needs and

preferences that could influence policy setting in the CoN and
enhance the learning environment.

*** 1722 instructional and 150 service hours comprise a regular,
12-month annual faculty appointment.

• (NOTE: Total workload for a regular, 12-month annual faculty

appointment is 1872 hours – 1722 teaching and 150 service
hours.)

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Earned Master’s in nursing required, doctorate in nursing or a

related field from an accredited institution of higher learning,
preferred.

• Teaching experience of diverse students at the baccalaureate or

higher degree level, preferred.

• Rank is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Unencumbered California registered nurse license or eligible

for licensure in California, required .

• Experience working with leadership in healthcare and academic

institutions and community organizations, preferred.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Read and write clear documents.
• Function effectively as a member of a team and

independently.

Abilities

• Express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word in person

or on the telephone.

• Receive detailed information through verbal and written

communication.

• Read and write clear documents.
• Have a strong commitment to the caring science principles and

mindfulness based stress reduction practices central to the culture
and expected outcomes of the program.

• Model appropriate ethical and professional behaviors, as well

as expert communication skills.

• Embrace mission, vision, and values of the program, college of

nursing, and university.

• Have a clear vision for aligning the safety and quality with

student learning activities.

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
$110,000 – $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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