Adjunct Faculty, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Job Description Summary

The College of Health and Human Services at Shawnee State University seeks qualified individuals for all terms (6 per year) to serve as part-time faculty (adjunct) in the School of Nursing for the programs listed below

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), fully online program

Applications are accepted on a continuous basis. Interested candidates must apply online to this posting (only online applications will be accepted).
Complete your application by clicking the Apply for this Job and include

• a cover letter addressed to, Dr. Kimberley Dinsey-Read, Director, School of Nursing, College of Health and Human Services, at kdinseyread@shawnee.edu, specifically addressing how your qualifications meet the posted minimum requirements of the position;
• your resume/curriculum vitae (including relevant professional experience);
• and an unofficial transcript indicating the highest degree attained

Specific questions regarding courses may be directed to Dr.Kimberley Dinsey-Read @kdinseyread@shawnee.edu or 740-351-3446.

Payment is based on contract hours according to the highest degree held. Adjunct faculty at SSU are eligible for tuition waivers (Tuition Waiver for Adjunct Faculty Policy) and enjoy professional development opportunities, office space, and limited mileage reimbursement. They and their family (children 14 years and up) also have free access to the athletic facility.

Employment with the University is dependent upon BOT budget approval for the current fiscal year. A background check is required prior to hire. Official transcripts are required and must be submitted prior to hire to the Dean’s Office, College of Health and Human Services at 940 2nd Street, Portsmouth, OH 45662

Note to Applicants: This is an open posting maintained and updated every semester based upon the enrollment needs of the department, and as such, is filled on an as-needed/ongoing basis every semester.
SSU seeks individuals who share our commitment to students as our first priority.Shawnee State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against any individual because of race, color, genetic information, religion, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status or military status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned Doctorate in Nursing or related field; three (3) years of full-time teaching experience at regionally accredited institution OR five (5) years of professional experience in nursing.
• Valid unencumbered professional licensure, either Ohio RN license or multi-state licensure
• Related professional experience in Nursing; and
• Evidence of successful teaching experience in one or more area: clinical, classroom, online.
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent technology skills
• Ability to work in a multi-ethnic/multi-cultural environment

• Preferred Qualifications
• Nursing Leadership/Management experience in a Healthcare organization or Academic setting.
• Online teaching experience.