Adjunct, Nursing

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Position Information

Adjunct Job Title Adjunct, Nursing Discipline(s) Adjunct Job Description

Position Summary:

The Adjunct Nursing Faculty member is responsible for facilitating student learning in the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program through effective classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical instruction. Faculty promote student success by fostering critical thinking, professional communication, clinical judgment, and evidence-based nursing practice in alignment with program outcomes, accreditation standards, and the mission of the College.

Adjunct faculty teach courses as assigned based on disciplinary needs, educational background, and experience. Adjunct faculty develop and/or present course materials as requested by their supervisor and evaluate student progress in adherence with the core learning outcomes of assigned courses. Adjunct faculty are expected to adhere to College requirements, work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community, and use varying teaching styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

These duties are intended only as examples of the various types of jobs to be performed. The omission of the specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.

• Facilitate student mastery of learning outcomes using the most relevant scholarly and professional tools and practices available in the discipline.
• Actively engage students in critical thinking, meta-cognitive processes, and advancement of essential communication skills.
• Infuse multicultural and diverse perspectives into the instructional process as appropriate and conduct classes in a manner that demonstrates respect for individual and cultural differences.
• Model and cultivate open-minded inquiry, an appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving.
• Maintain currency in academic discipline and pedagogy.
• Complete all assigned institutional and professional training.
• Deliver instruction, assess and report student learning, assign grades, and regularly communicate with students in adherence with FCC requirements.
• Adhere to instructional timelines and guidelines and utilize college instructional technology.
• Use only an FCC email account when conducting College business.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Nursing, or a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing with current enrollment in a Master's degree program
• Current unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Recent clinical experience in the area of instruction.
• BLS required
• Demonstrated commitment to student-centered teaching and learning.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous teaching experience in nursing education.
• Experience with simulation, online learning platforms, and clinical instruction.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and competency-based nursing education.

Pool Number TS686P Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e-mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. By completing this application, you are putting your name into consideration to be hired as a Frederick Community College adjunct faculty member.

This job posting is open on a continuous basis and will remain active through 5/31/2027. The Nursing Program utilizes adjunct faculty as needed to fill temporary vacancies or support instructional needs. Applications submitted to this posting will be reviewed and candidates will be contacted if their qualifications align with current program needs.

Please note that the Nursing Program does not offer online coursework. All classes are conducted on campus and in person. This posting is for lecture instruction only and does not include clinical instruction responsibilities. Candidates interested in clinical instruction opportunities should apply to the Clinical Field Experience Staff posting.

For questions regarding this position or for more information, please contact Stephanie Harrison at sharrison@frederick.edu

Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and strongly encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply. Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.

Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.

Essential Personnel? Telework Eligible?

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • To be considered for this position, candidates must possess a master's degree in Nursing or a bachelor's degree in Nursing with current enrollment in a master's degree program. Candidates must also hold a current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license and have recent clinical experience in the area of instruction. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to student-centered teaching and learning. Please indicate whether you meet these minimum qualifications.

• Yes, I meet these minimum qualifications.

• No, I do not meet these minimum qualifications.

• • What is the highest level of education you have attained?

• High School Diploma/GED

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• PhD

• • Applicants must be willing to accept a class assignment within the next academic year. Please indicate your availability below - day/evening/weekends.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Are you available for in-person/on-campus teaching assignments?
• Y
• N

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts