Description
Full-time tenure track position in the Division of Nursing and Health Professions to teach coordinate and evaluate the Health Sciences program on the main and branch campuses. The position requires face to face accountability on the main and branch campuses. Responsibilities include teaching and evaluating students in the Health Science Program. Including but not limited to scheduling courses, adjunct instructors and program assessment. Additional functions of full time faculty include curriculum development implementation and assessment and serving on Division and College committees. May include assignment of courses in related areas and support courses. Assignments include strategic planning, career development, transfer opportunities.
Travel between campuses for meetings, college activities, and professional development opportunities will be required.
Examples of Duties
- Instructs and evaluates in various courses in the Health Science program.
- Advises students in the Health Science major to ensure appropriate courses align with career plans.
- Recruits students to RCSJ and promotes opportunities for Health Science majors.
- Recommends adjunct faculty to teach all courses in the Health Science program to Administration.
- Collaborates on the assessment of adjunct instruction in the Health Science program.
- Assist with the development of assessment tools and collection of data for courses program outcomes for the Health Science programs.
- Complies data and meets College program review compliance.
- Collaborates with administration teams for scheduling and room assignments.
- Collaborates with College leadership for internship opportunities.
- Coordinates and collaborates with higher education affiliates to explore programs to assist students with transfer opportunities.
- Develops and updates Health Science course syllabi and related materials to reflect contemporary practice.
- Collaborates with other faculty in the development of effective teaching / learning and retention strategies.
- Actively participates in the assessment, implementation, and evaluation of the Health Science Programs.
- Actively participates in the accreditation process for initial and continuing accreditation.
- Maintains necessary academic records and submits records according to published deadlines.
- Demonstrate fairness and flexibility in interactions with a diverse student population.
- Participates in College governance and operations through Division and College committees.
- Contributes to the community as a representative of the College.
- Fulfills campus-wide responsibilities.
- Maintains professional competence by participating in on-going clinical practice, continuing education, professional conferences, research, and writing relevant to faculty responsibilities.
- Meets clinical agency expectations such current BLS certification in CPR, health and Criminal history requirements and agency specific training.
- Earned Masters degree within two years of hire date.
- Performs other duties, as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate Health Science discipline from an accredited institution of higher education.Minimum of 2 years recent clinical experience in a healthcare settingDemonstrated leadership and teaching experienceDemonstrated organizational skillsAbility to design and implement successful pedagogical strategies for students exhibiting a broad range of abilitiesUtilization of innovative teaching methods incorporating technology, including online resourcesCommitment and ability to utilize instructional strategies to promote student recruitment, retention, and successAbility to help students adjust to the college academic communityAbility to communicate effectively in oral and written formDedication to improving college course offerings by active participation in curriculum processes, including outcomes assessmentCommitment to campus life by participation in college-sponsored activities and functionsInvolvement with College Committees and Task ForcesProven commitment to scholarly achievement and professional growthParticipation in community serviceAbility to travel to multiple educational institutions, utilizing personal vehicle for travelPossess the ability to work well and communicate effectively with prospective and current students, staff, faculty, administration, and colleagues and community partnersDemonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff, and a commitment to a student-centered environmentQUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED
Earned Doctorate in a related areaClinical experience in a variety of settingsExperience in teaching nursing students and / or healthcare professionalsTeaching in Health Science courses in various modalitiesStrong technology skills related to pedagogical instructionCurrent knowledge of associate degree nursing and teaching methodologiesExperience in outcomes assessment and program evaluation methodologiesFamiliarity with community college educationIf certain conditions exist, this position requires you to have access to personal technological equipment and capabilities to perform your duties. Supplemental Information
COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at Rowan College of South Jersey. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the College. For more information about RCSJs vaccine requirements, visit the RCSJ Coronavirus Updates website for the latest information.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical activity of the position :
StandingWalkingTalkingHearingRepetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and / or fingers such as picking, pinching, typingPhysical requirements of the position :
Light work- exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and / or 10 pounds of force frequentlyVisual acuity requirements of the position :
The worker is required to have close visual acuityWorkplace conditions of the position :
The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.