Adjuncts - Clinical Nursing Instructors

Position Overview :

The School of Nursing and Health Sciences at Merrimack College in North Andover, Massachusetts is seeking outstanding and highly motivated part time adjunct medical-surgical nursing instructors to join our bachelor of science in nursing program. We invite applicants to become part of our nursing program in the School of Nursing and Health Sciences, established in 2017. Applications for part time adjunct medical-surgical clinical instructor, 16-week contract (for the upcoming academic term), positions are now being requested. The Merrimack College Nursing Program operates in a state-of-the-art Nursing Center. This space includes 7 simulation / skills labs, a classroom; debrief rooms, faculty offices and 2 large student collaborative spaces.

Merrimack College is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek candidates with a demonstrated ability to work with students across a broad range of social and personal identities and perspectives. We particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.

Under the supervision and in collaboration with the clinical placement coordinator and faculty course coordinator, part time adjunct clinical instructors are responsible for teaching and supervising the learning of baccalaureate nursing students in clinical settings and the Nursing Center Skills Laboratory.

Position Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the minimum qualifications and possess the following knowledge and skills :

• Hold a current MA RN license in good standing.
• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or earned master’s degree in nursing (preferred) or graduate degree in a related field.
• Possess a minimum of five years full-time experience in nursing, or its equivalent, within the last eight years and evidence of clinical competence in the area of clinical instruction.
• Maintain nursing practice and academic expertise appropriate to teaching responsibilities.
• Communicate effectively with undergraduate students, faculty and staff both orally and in writing.
• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, especially as relevant to nursing practice and health services.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Possess the ability to learn and use an online learning management system, electronic health records, and other basic technological applications.
• Possess good organizational skills.
• Have the ability to meet deadlines.
• Have the ability to work some off-shifts, if needed.

Reports to :

The Nursing Clinical Placement Coordinator

Application Materials Should Include :

Application materials should include only : a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Vaccinations and Remote Work

This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on- campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.

The COVID-19 vaccine and booster for which an individual may be eligible are highly recommended for students, faculty and staff. Merrimack College does not require proof of COVID vaccination for enrollment, employment or to be a guest on our campus.

Statement on Our Mission

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building a culturally and racially diverse community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.

Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission and values and advance our work in the area of diversity, equity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups. All candidates should describe in their application previous experience related to equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as how they will engage in fostering a culture that supports our Catholic and Augustinian mission and our values of diversity, equity and inclusion.

About Merrimack College

The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,000 undergraduate and 1,400 graduate students from 43 states and 42 countries. The College features more than 100 career-focused undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate about their subject and student success. The College has five schools : arts and sciences, engineering and computational sciences, nursing and health sciences, education and social policy and the Girard school of business. The College’s suburban 220-acre campus is just north of Boston in North Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Master’s Colleges and Universities / Larger Programs (M1) institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Merrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Best Colleges, ranking 33rd in the Regional Universities North category in 2024. Merrimack is a NCAA Division I athletic institution.

Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.