Teach graduate nursing students in a primary care practicum focused on the health needs of women and families during the childbearing and childrearing years. The course emphasizes health promotion, illness prevention, diagnosis, and management of common health problems in a precepted primary care setting. Instruction is delivered in a blended format using online tools, discussions, and assignments, with a course-by-course, part-time commitment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver an approved syllabus aligned with campus templates and course objectives.
- Organize, prepare, and regularly update course materials and assignments.
- Use online platforms, email, websites, and discussion boards to support course delivery.
- Model clear oral and written communication to support student learning.
- Set and communicate course expectations, objectives, exam dates, and grading criteria.
- Ensure exams align with course objectives and grade fairly and consistently.
- Provide timely feedback to students on exams and coursework.
- Perform other assigned duties and comply with institutional policies and standards.
Required
- MSN and DNP, or MSN and PhD in Nursing.
- At least 1-2 years of online teaching experience at the graduate level.
- Active, unencumbered compact RN license with multi-state privilege.
- Family Nurse Practitioner certification.
- Clinical experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
- Willingness to obtain an Illinois nursing license if not already held.
Preferred
- Online teaching experience.
- Subject matter expertise in the course content.
- Strong communication, motivational, and instructional skills.
- Experience teaching in a diverse, non-traditional learning environment.
Benefits & Perks
- Part-time, course-by-course teaching commitment.
- Blended instruction with online teaching tools and course software.
- Compensation of $715 to $1,950 per earned credit hour, depending on education and experience.