Faculty Member - Nursing Program- Mercy College

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

SUMMARY:
This is an academic position in which the faculty member is responsible for assessing, planning, implementation, teaching, and evaluation of assigned courses, as well as the curriculum within the specific division. The faculty member is also responsible for service to the College and scholarship activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assumes responsibility for classroom/clinical/laboratory instruction of assigned courses.
• Facilitates a learning and caring environment, which encourages critical thinking, investigation, self-direction, and respect for the uniqueness of each individual.
• Evaluates student progress and maintains appropriate records.
• Remains current with trends, issues and practices in the discipline.
• Contributes to the evaluation of student academic achievement and other evaluative processes of the College.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and implementation of the general education philosophy.
• Serves on college committees as appointed or elected.
• Actively involved in professional development and scholarly activities.
• Participates in peer, self, and course review.
• Upholds and promotes the Mercy Health Mission and Core Values of compassion, excellence, human dignity, justice, sacredness of life and service.

Education:
Required Minimum Education: Masters Degree -Nursing or related field
Preferred Education: Post Graduate Degree (PH.D.)
Specialty/Major: PhD, or EdD in Nursing or Specialty Area, or DNP
Licensure/Certification Required: Active and unencumbered Ohio RN licensure

EXPERIENCE:

• Two-three years of teaching. Awareness of student -centered learning and assessment.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical, laboratory or classroom setting in appropriate field.
• Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated use of appropriate technology in the classroom. Flexibility to meet the needs of the specific division and students.
• Teaching experience in a college or university preferred. Active and current membership in professional and community organizations. Evidence of or potential for scholarly achievement in appropriate field

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com