Job Description
Job Location: MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33054
Position Type: Part Time
Job Category: EducationPosition Overview:
St. Thomas University College of Nursing is seeking a certified Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) to provide online instruction and academic support to graduate nursing students enrolled in the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program. The successful candidate will facilitate learning through online course delivery, discussion engagement, grading, and timely feedback while promoting evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning. This adjunct faculty member will maintain program standards, collaborate with faculty, and support student success in preparation for advanced practice roles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach a variety of graduate nursing courses, including but not limited to general nursing and specialized courses in the candidate’s area of expertise, including Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner.
- Develop and implement innovative, evidence-based teaching strategies for online learning environments.
- Provide academic advising and mentorship to students, helping them set academic and professional goals.
- Engage in curriculum development, program assessment and evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives for nursing programs.
- Maintain office hours as per St. Thomas University guidelines and support the program’s goals through direct involvement in faculty initiatives.
- Actively participate in simulation-based learning activities as needed.
- Collaborate with faculty members to enhance student learning, clinical placements, and program development
- Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities, including faculty committees and community engagement
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that promotes student success and addresses the needs of a diverse student population
- Stay current with advances in nursing practice and education to continuously improve teaching and clinical instruction.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with an Adult-gerontology primary care focus
- National board certification as a Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
- Active/Unencumbered Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in the State of Florida or state of residence.
Preferred
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. or DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) in Nursing from an accredited institution
- Experience in a specialized area of nursing practice, such as Adult-Gerontology Primary Care.
- Involvement in research or scholarship related to their field of nursing.
- At least three (3) years of clinical experience as an AGPCNP
- Experience in clinical instruction and/or mentoring students in practical settings.
- Knowledge of accreditation standards and experience with accreditation preparation
- Experience with nursing curriculum development and program assessment
- Strong interest and experience in student advising and mentoring
Application Instructions:
Please submit the following along with your application:
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Contact Information for Three Professional References
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy.
• Copies of Post-Secondary Degree Transcripts
• Florida Nursing License
St. Thomas University is an E-Verify Equal Opportunity Employer. Criminal background checks are conducted as part of the employment process. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
