Mental Health Clinical Faculty (Part-Time)

About the role

Chamberlain College of Nursing is looking for a part-time Mental Health Clinical Faculty member for its Bachelors of Science in Nursing program in Manchester, NH. Teaching takes place onsite in a clinical setting with one of the college's clinical partners, typically in 12-hour rotations (7a-7p) for three to four consecutive days. The course covers anxiety, self-concept, thought disorders, mood alterations, addictive behaviors, organic brain dysfunction, abuse and violence issues, and health promotion topics such as stress management and therapeutic communication.

Key responsibilities

• Implement the College's philosophy, curriculum, program outcomes and course objectives through clinical teaching and service to the College, community, health system and profession.
• Plan clinical experiences and provide direct supervision and evaluation of nursing students delivering care to individuals or groups.
• Evaluate students, give documented feedback and be available for remediation as needed.
• Keep current on agency/clinical policies and procedures with the help of clinical personnel.
• Develop and post written clinical assignments suited to each student's knowledge and learning needs.
• Grade homework, quizzes, tests, lab assignments and clinical paperwork in a timely manner.
• May teach didactic content under the supervision of the course coordinator, and report student and agency issues to the dean or assistant dean.

Required profile

• Master's or doctoral degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution.
• Unencumbered professional nursing license in New Hampshire; an IL nursing license is required before accepting any clinical contract for a session.
• At least two years of recent professional experience (within the last five years) as a registered nurse in an instructional area.
• Teaching or precepting experience is preferred but not required.
• Genuine passion for nursing and education, and strong written and verbal communication skills.

What we offer

• Pay of $560 to $7,245 per assignment, depending on the credit hours of the course; actual pay may vary according to course type, experience, location, licensure and other factors.