Medical Surgical Instructor I, RN

West Coast University (WCU), a private university with the singular focus of educating health care professionals, is currently seeking an Medical Surgical Instructor I, RN (adjunct). This is an outstanding opportunity for a professional to join a growing university as we expand our academic programs in health care and related fields.

SUMMARY:

Reporting directly to the Campus Dean and/or Program Chair, the Instructor I, Nursing (Undergraduate) supports the University in fulfillment of its mission, purpose and goals. Focuses extensively on facilitating student learning associated with prescribed course and program learning outcomes. Provides professional leadership and support, and serves as an educator, role model, mentor and facilitator. Creates an educational environment which fosters innovation, responsiveness, and accountability. Provides program-specific expertise and is actively engaged in relevant department initiatives. Supports University, Campus, and/or departmental goals in order to assure compliance with programmatic accreditation and/or licensure, internal consistency, and graduate outcomes that meet student learning, workplace and placement expectations. Actively and substantively participates in assessment of student learning activities to maximize the potential for students to learn what is necessary to meet prescribed outcomes. Vigorously upholds a culture of academic integrity.

EDUCATION:

Must have the minimum higher education background required by the program. Must provide a documented background in educational methodology consistent with teaching assignments including, but not limited to: education theory and practice, current concepts relative to specific subjects one will be teaching, current clinical practice experience or distance education techniques and delivery.

Masters degree in specialty field required.

Graduates from the West Coast University Master of Science in Nursing program, who meet the minimum experience requirement as a registered nurse, are eligible for consideration as a clinical faculty immediately following graduation.

If applicable, certification(s) in area(s) of specialization required.

Clinical RN
Bachelors degree in nursing or in natural, behavioral or social sciences relevant to nursing practice from an accredited college or university required. Graduates from the West Coast University RN-BSN program who meet the minimum experience requirement as a registered nurse are eligible for consideration as a clinical faculty immediately following graduation.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Current unencumbered Registered Nurse License required; other current professional licensure by state or national board if applicable (e.g., FNP).

Must meet and maintain the qualifications and standards set forth by the state Board of Nursing for nursing faculty if required for assigned subject matter instruction.

Current CPR card.

Clinical RN – Must have approval by the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) prior to assuming the role of clinical faculty member.

Must meet and maintain the qualifications and standards set forth by any accrediting body that West Coast University is accredited by or in process of obtaining accreditation from, for area of expertise and expectations of faculty member as set forth in regulatory documents.

Must maintain any professional certifications deemed necessary to meet the requirements of the teaching role.

Current certification in basic life support procedures including healthcare provide CPR with an Automated External Defibrillator.

EXPERIENCE:

One year or less experience in teaching in a university or college setting required as defined by Universitys faculty handbook.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and other MS office products as needed.
Working with online learning management systems to further engage the student learning process desirable.

Knowledge of state, federal and local laws/regulations relating to programs, governmental compliance and other regulatory standards such as state Board of Nursing, Commission on Dental Accreditation, state Dental Hygiene Committee, state Dental board, Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) or other regulators and/or accreditation bodies.

Clinical RN
– Must have a minimum of three (3) years prior experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care and have a minimum of one year experience in the field in which they teach.

To learn more about West Coast University and apply for this exciting opportunity please visit our website: http://www.westcoastuniversity.edu

West Coast University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically-diverse population.

Manager, Clinical Faculty

West Coast University (WCU), a private university with the singular focus of educating health care professionals, is currently seeking a Clinical Faculty Manager. This is an outstanding opportunity for a professional to join a growing university as we expand our academic programs in health care and related fields.

SUMMARY:

Reporting directly to the Campus Dean, Nursing and working closely with the Associate Deans of Academics and Administration, the Manager, Clinical Faculty is responsible for managing the onboarding, evaluation, and continued support for clinical faculty. Collaborates with appropriate team leads to ensure they are provided with support and mentoring in the clinical setting for the Nursing program.
Provides professional leadership and support for clinical faculty; serves as a mentor and facilitator for faculty assigned; and enables an environment which fosters creativity, responsiveness, and self-responsibility.

EDUCATION:

Masters or higher degree from an accredited college or university which includes course work in nursing, education or administration required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Current unencumbered Registered Nurse License required.

Must have approval by the Board of Registered Nursing prior to assuming the role of Nursing Instructor per state requirements.

Current CPR Card.

EXPERIENCE:

Leadership knowledge in the program field to cultivate a learner-centered environment and to foster excellence.

Knowledge in technological support and delivery of program area and services.

Knowledge and evidence of strong supervisory and management skills as applicable to specialized program area.

Knowledge of state, federal and local laws/regulations relating to programs, governmental compliance and other regulatory standards such as Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) or other nursing accrediting agencies, WASC, and other accreditation standards.

Experience with MS Office.

Knowledge of applicable databases and computer application systems to supply the most accurate information, reports and projections.

Program specific requirements:

Must have at least one years experience, within the previous five years, as a registered nurse providing direct patient care or equivalent experience and/or education, as determined by the Board of Registered Nursing.

Completion of at least one years experience teaching courses related to nursing or a course which includes practice in teaching nursing.

Knowledgeable of medical community and established relationships with its professional members preferred.

One to two years prior experience working with or in clinical sites, placing students, and coordinating related documents preferred.

BENEFITS:

* Health, dental and vision plan
* Vacation, sick and holiday schedule
* Tuition Reimbursement
* 401(k) Plan with employer match
* Flexible Spending Account
* Long/short term disability and more.

To learn more about West Coast University and apply for this exciting opportunity, please visit our website: http://www.westcoastuniversity.edu

West Coast University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically-diverse population.

Assistant Professor, Gen Ed Sci (Non-Exempt)

West Coast University, a private university with the singular focus of educating health care professionals, is currently seeking an
Assistant Professor, General Education (Science/Non-Exempt). This is an outstanding opportunity for a professional to join a growing university as we expand our academic programs in health care and related fields.

SUMMARY:

Reporting directly to the campus Academic Dean and/or University Chair of General Education, the Assistant Professor, General Education supports the University in fulfillment of its mission, purpose and goals. Provides program-specific expertise and is actively engaged in relevant department initiatives.
Supports University, campus, and/or departmental goals in order to assure compliance with programmatic accreditation and/or licensure, internal consistency, and graduate outcomes that meet student learning, workplace and placement expectations. Provides professional leadership and support, and serves as an educator, role model, mentor and facilitator. Focuses extensively on facilitating student learning associated with prescribed course and program learning outcomes.
Creates an educational environment which fosters innovation, responsiveness, and accountability. Actively and substantively participates in assessment of student learning activities at the course and program level to maximize the potential for students to learn what is necessary to meet prescribed outcomes. Vigorously upholds a culture of academic integrity.

EDUCATION:

Masters or doctorate degree in specialty field required.

If applicable, certification(s) in area(s) of specialization required.

Must provide a documented background in educational methodology consistent with teaching assignments including but not limited to education theory and practice, or current concepts relative to specific subjects he or she will be teaching, or current clinical practice experience, or distance education techniques and delivery.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Must meet and maintain the qualifications and standards set forth by any accreditation body that West Coast University is accredited by or in process of obtaining accreditation from, for area of expertise and expectations of faculty member as set forth in regulatory documents.

Must maintain any professional certifications deemed necessary to meet the requirements of the teaching role.

Current Drivers License.

EXPERIENCE:

Four or more years of full time documented (a minimum of 60 units; e.g. 20 3-unit course or their equivalent) teaching experience in a University setting which could include one or more years of teaching for West Coast University. Instructional experience must be at institutions which are regionally accredited.
OR
Six or more years (either adjunct, full or part-time) teaching in a University (or College) setting.

Working with online learning management systems to further engage the student learning process desirable.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and other MS office products as needed.

Knowledge of state, federal and local laws/regulations relating to programs, governmental compliance and other regulatory standards and/or accreditation bodies.

BENEFITS:

Health, dental and vision plan

Vacation, sick and holiday schedule

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) Plan with employer match

Flexible Spending Account

Long/short term disability and more.

To learn more about West Coast University and apply for this exciting opportunity please visit our website: http://www.westcoastuniversity.edu

West Coast University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically-diverse population.

English and Speech Instructor II, (Adjunct)

West Coast University, a private university with the singular focus of educating health care professionals, is currently seeking an adjunct
English/Speech Instructor. This is an outstanding opportunity for a professional to join a growing university as we expand our academic programs in health care and related fields.

Summary

Reporting directly to the campus Academic Dean and/or University Chair of General Education, the Instructor II, General Education supports the University in fulfillment of its mission, purpose and goals.
Creates an educational environment which fosters innovation, responsiveness, and accountability.
Provides professional leadership and support, and serves as an educator, role model, mentor and facilitator.
Focuses extensively on facilitating student learning associated with prescribed course and program learning outcomes.
Provides program-specific expertise and is actively engaged in relevant department initiatives. Supports University, campus, and/or departmental goals in order to assure compliance with programmatic accreditation and/or licensure, internal consistency, and graduate outcomes that meet student learning, workplace and placement expectations.
Actively and substantively participates in assessment of student learning activities at the course and program level to maximize the potential for students to learn what is necessary to meet prescribed outcomes.
Vigorously upholds a culture of academic integrity.

* Masters degree in specialty field required.

* If applicable, certification(s) in area(s) of specialization required.
* Must provide a documented background in educational methodology consistent with teaching assignments including but not limited to education theory and practice, or current concepts relative to specific subjects he or she will be teaching, or current clinical practice experience, or distance education techniques and delivery.

* Must meet and maintain the qualifications and standards set forth by any accreditation body that West Coast University is accredited by or in process of obtaining accreditation from, for area of expertise and expectations of faculty member as set forth in regulatory documents.

* Must maintain any professional certifications deemed necessary to meet the requirements of the teaching role.

* Current Drivers License.
* Two or more years experience (minimum of 30 teaching credits of instruction, or 10 3-unit courses or equivalent) in teaching in a university or college setting required.

* If applicable, certification(s) in area(s) of specialization required.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and other MS office products as needed.

To learn more about West Coast University and apply for this exciting opportunity please visit our website: http://www.westcoastuniversity.edu

West Coast University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically-diverse population.

Medical Surgical Instructor, Nursing – Full-Time

West Coast University (WCU), a private university with the singular focus of educating health care professionals, is currently seeking a full-time Medical Surgical Instructor, Nursing. This is an outstanding opportunity for a professional to join a growing university as we expand our academic programs in health care and related fields.

SUMMARY:

Reporting directly to the Campus Dean and/or Program Chair, the Instructor I, Nursing (Undergraduate) supports the University in fulfillment of its mission, purpose and goals. Focuses extensively on facilitating student learning associated with prescribed course and program learning outcomes. Provides professional leadership and support, and serves as an educator, role model, mentor and facilitator. Creates an educational environment which fosters innovation, responsiveness, and accountability. Provides program-specific expertise and is actively engaged in relevant department initiatives. Supports University, Campus, and/or departmental goals in order to assure compliance with programmatic accreditation and/or licensure, internal consistency, and graduate outcomes that meet student learning, workplace and placement expectations. Actively and substantively participates in assessment of student learning activities to maximize the potential for students to learn what is necessary to meet prescribed outcomes. Vigorously upholds a culture of academic integrity.

EDUCATION:

Must have the minimum higher education background required by the program. Must provide a documented background in educational methodology consistent with teaching assignments including, but not limited to: education theory and practice, current concepts relative to specific subjects one will be teaching, current clinical practice experience or distance education techniques and delivery.

Masters degree in specialty field required.

Graduates from the West Coast University Master of Science in Nursing program, who meet the minimum experience requirement as a registered nurse, are eligible for consideration as a clinical faculty immediately following graduation.

If applicable, certification(s) in area(s) of specialization required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Current unencumbered Registered Nurse License required; other current professional licensure by state or national board if applicable (e.g., FNP).

Must meet and maintain the qualifications and standards set forth by the state Board of Nursing for nursing faculty if required for assigned subject matter instruction.

Current CPR card.

Clinical RN – Must have approval by the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) prior to assuming the role of clinical faculty member.

Must meet and maintain the qualifications and standards set forth by any accrediting body that West Coast University is accredited by or in process of obtaining accreditation from, for area of expertise and expectations of faculty member as set forth in regulatory documents.

Must maintain any professional certifications deemed necessary to meet the requirements of the teaching role.

Current certification in basic life support procedures including healthcare provide CPR with an Automated External Defibrillator.

EXPERIENCE:

One year or less experience in teaching in a university or college setting required as defined by Universitys faculty handbook.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and other MS office products as needed.

Working with online learning management systems to further engage the student learning process desirable.

Knowledge of state, federal and local laws/regulations relating to programs, governmental compliance and other regulatory standards such as state Board of Nursing, Commission on Dental Accreditation, state Dental Hygiene Committee, state Dental board, Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) or other regulators and/or accreditation bodies.

Clinical RN
– Must have a minimum of five (5) years prior experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care and have a minimum of one year experience in the field in which they teach.

BENEFITS:
Health, dental and vision plan
Vacation, sick and holiday schedule
Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) Plan with employer match
Flexible Spending Account
Long/short term disability and more.

To learn more about West Coast University and apply for this exciting opportunity please visit our website: http://www.westcoastuniversity.edu

West Coast University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically-diverse population.