MSN FNP Faculty

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Work set-up: 
Full Remote
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Experience: 
Senior (5-10 years)
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Offer summary

Qualifications:

Must be a licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with current RN and APRN licensure., Possess an earned doctorate (DNP or PhD) preferred., Minimum of one year of teaching experience in higher education, with clinical NP practice experience., Excellent communication skills and commitment to online education in a distance learning environment..

Key responsibilities:

  • Teach and facilitate courses using the Canvas platform.
  • Engage with students through discussions, emails, and online office hours.
  • Assess student work and provide timely feedback.
  • Participate in faculty training and development activities.

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About Walden University

Walden University is a member of Adtalem Global Education (NYSE: ATGE). More than 50 years ago, Walden University was founded to support adult learners in achieving their academic goals and making a greater impact in their professions and communities. Students from across the U.S. and more than 115 countries are pursuing a certificate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree online at Walden. The university offers more than 100 online degree and certificate programs. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, hlcommission.org. For more information, please visit WaldenU.edu and WaldenFacts.com.

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Job Description

WHAT TO EXPECT AS A WALDEN FACULTY MEMBER

Faculty members educate Walden University students by effectively and proficiently using online technology and resources so that knowledge, information, feedback, and critique are imparted to and shared with students in thoughtful, carefully formulated, well written, and timely communications. Faculty are required to grade assignments, participate in discussions, respond to student emails, use technology designed to enhance the learning experience for students. This is accomplished in an environment that is respectful of the student, the faculty member, Walden University, and the discipline in which the faculty member is involved.

TRAINING

All new faculty members receive specific training from Walden University in the techniques of online teaching; use of an electronic learning platform; specifics of the policies, procedures, and degree programs of the School or College in which they are going to teach; socialization into the Walden University culture; assessment of academic integrity of student work; and research supervision of theses and dissertations. Teaching and mentorship assignments are contingent upon successful completion of required training. During the first term of teaching, faculty members may be assigned a faculty peer mentor (senior colleague) as an extension of their new instructor training. Peer mentors will continue to support instruction and provide peer reviews of the classroom on a regular basis.

COURSE TEACHING AVAILABILITY

Faculty members are assigned courses, which are taught using Canvas, and are responsible for interacting with students within Canvas. Discussion Boards for classrooms are open 24 hrsday, 7 dayswk. Faculty members are expected to be in the classroom a minimum of 4 dayswk and responses to student questions must be posted within 48 hrs. The university suggests regular and predictable availability, such as online office hours or regular online chats; office hours may be required based on program or college policy.

Qualifications

TOOLS TECHNICAL SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, andor ability

required. Incumbents will be evaluated, in part, based on performance of each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

LICENSING CERTIFICATION

Faculty Members must be appropriately credentialed, work currently as a FNP, possess an earned degree from an accredited institution or recognized by a countrys ministry of education in the discipline being taught, and may be expected to be licensed or licenseeligible in order to teach in specific programs. Faculty Members must maintain their licenses and any appropriate certifications in order to continue to teach at Walden University. Faculty Members are also expected to maintain currency with research by reviewing articles, journals, and presentations. If participating in research, the Faculty Member may publish and acknowledge Walden University.

All NP faculty are required to obtain and maintain RN and APRN licensure in the state of Minnesota and must provide evidence of current Advanced Practice certification prior to hire as Nurse Practitioner Faculty at Walden University. A multistate compact RN license, as well as active RN and APRN licensure in Arizona, Washington, Nevada, Alaska, and Oklahoma, is preferred but not required. A multistate compact RN license, as well as active RN and APRN licensure in Arizona, Washington, Nevada, Alaska, and Oklahoma, is preferred but not required. This position may be eligible for bonus upon hire.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

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Experience

Level of experience: Senior (5-10 years)
Industry :
Education
Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Communication
  • Mentorship
  • Analytical Skills
  • Social Skills
  • Teamwork
  • Collaboration
  • Leadership

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