Clinical Instructor – Entry-to-Practice Nursing Program (NURS 5040)

University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Clinical Assessment, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Nursing, Clinical Training, Communication Skills, Disease Prevention and Control, Healthcare, Mentoring, Nursing, Patient Care, Registered Nurse (RN), Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Philadelphia, PA
POSTED
6 days ago


Are you passionate about shaping future generations of nursing? Do you find purpose in mentorship, clinical excellence, and teaching? If you are currently pursuing your MSN, or hold an MSN, DNP, or PhD and have expertise in adult clinical care, consider joining Penn Nursing as a Clinical Instructor for the entry-to-practice course, NURS 5040: Nurses Caring for the Individual Adult and Across Populations.



About the Role



Clinical Instructors play a vital role in guiding nursing students through hands-on clinical experiences in alignment with respective course objectives. Instructors supervise and mentor students in providing safe, equitable, and high-quality person-centered care, while assisting development of:



• Clinical judgment and decision-making skills



• Competency in nursing knowledge, skills, and attitudes



• Effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams



• Evidence-based practice



Clinical Instructors also evaluate student performance, provide performance feedback, and support student growth as future professionals in nursing.



Course Overview



NURS 5040 prepares students to care for adults across the continuum of health and illness/injury. The course integrates:



• Symptom and disease management



• Health promotion and disease/injury prevention



• Transitions in care



• Cultural, ethical, and policy considerations



• Interprofessional collaboration



Course Dates: January 14 – March 4, 2025



Clinical Section: Thursdays, 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM



Location: Penn Medicine inpatient units



• MSN in progress, or completed MSN, DNP, PhD in Nursing



• Minimum of 5 years of adult, inpatient RN experience



• Passion for teaching and mentoring



• Commitment to equity, safety, and excellence in nursing practice



Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV.



We look forward to hearing from you! To apply or learn more, please contact:



Maria White







namowicz@nursing.upenn.edu




The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

About the Company

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University of Pennsylvania

Penn's beautiful urban campus provides easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. We offer excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for you and your family, as well as generous retirement benefits, professional development opportunities and flexible work options. Penn is a diverse, multicultural learning community at the cutting edge of research and information technology. Click here to read more about why we're a Best Employer. Not only does Penn offer a unique environment within the city of Philadelphia to work, we also provide a wide array of employee benefits. From a competitive retirement program and comprehensive health care options to health promotion and wellness services and tuition assistance, there's a wealth of opportunities and resources available to you at Penn.

Penn is frequently cited as an outstanding employer:

  • Recipient of the 2010 Terri Lynne Lokoff Child Care Foundation Corporate Leadership Award for commitment to supporting worklife balance programs.
  • Selected as a recipient of the 2010 Healthy Workplace Award by the Philadelphia Business Journal and presenting sponsor UnitedHealthcare
  • Recognized as a 2010 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer/Daily News.
  • Recipient of the 2009 Vision Award for commitment to workforce diversity and economic inclusion.
  • Selected for Computerworld's 100 Best Places to Work in IT six years in a row!
  • Recognized by the Delaware Valley Association for the Education of Young Children as a 2006 Best Employer for Working Parents
  • Named a Best Place to Work in the November 2007 issue of Philadelphia Magazine.
  • Designated a Best Workplace for Commuters by the National Center for Transit Research
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