Adjunct Instructor, Nursing - Pediatric Specialty

Employed on a per-load-unit basis for a given semester or term. Sole contracted responsibilities are those activities required in the delivery of a course (e.g., mentoring/coaching, preparation, teaching, grading, office hours). In some instances, there may be some contracted responsibilities for advising, course development or meeting other departmental needs.

Messiah University’s Department of Nursing offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including:
• BSN
• MSN – Nurse Educator, Nursing Leadership, and Family Nurse Practitioner
• MSN-MBA – Nursing Leadership dual degree
• DNP – Family Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Leadership, Nurse Educator
• CAGS – Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator

The program enjoys a reputation for high-quality classroom and clinical instruction, producing well-prepared graduates who are highly sought after for hire in local and regional healthcare institutions. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, the master’s degree program in nursing, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Messiah University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Simulation laboratories include advanced simulation with medium and high-fidelity human simulators. Students also have opportunities for cross-cultural experiences, and intercultural competency development is encouraged. Faculty are committed to the integration of Christian faith in the practice of the nursing profession.

Responsible for teaching undergraduate clinical nursing courses and simulation in pediatrics.

Applicants must have a graduate degree in nursing (e.g. MS, MSN, DNP, PhD) or a BSN and be enrolled in a graduate nursing program with a plan to complete within 5 years of hire. Recent, relevant clinical experience is also required. Clinical certifications are preferred but not required. Must have a current, valid professional nursing license in the state of Pennsylvania or a relevant multistate license.