Touro College

Overview

Adjunct Faculty are hired for a specific course or an hourly basis and have no defined commitment other than the expectation that they will teach their courses in a manner consistent with University standards.

Responsibilities

Teaching

1.Responsible for all aspects of teaching for assigned courses

a. Deliver content for assigned courses.

b. Supervise students in clinical settings as applicable.

c. Evaluate student progress in lecture, lab, and clinical settings through appropriate evaluation methods

d. Implement and comply with all Touro College policies

2. Curriculum development

a. Complete course report forms at the end of each semester.

3. Education Environment

a. Promote an environment conducive to student learning and be responsive to student needs

b. Report student progress to appropriate personnel

c. Prepare reports on student progress for faculty meetings

d. Provide student support through meeting with students as needed, either in person, online, or via phone.

e. Promote student learning and facilitate a learning environment

Qualifications

Education/ Experience

• Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nursing required.
• Experience:
• Two years of clinical experience as an APRN
• Previous education experience preferred, Pharm D for pharmacology considered.
• Unencumbered Registered Nurses License
• Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner preferred

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• Strong knowledge base in the specialty area(s)
• A demonstrated ability and desire to teach
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Strong interpersonal skills and the enthusiasm and motivation to contribute to the growth and development of the basic science department of the College
• Ability to apply nursing science in the clinical setting
• Master’s degree with a major in nursing
• Doctorate in nursing or a related field preferred
• Current Registered Nurse in Illinois or eligible to obtain
• Demonstrated ability to develop positive and cooperative relationships with students, faculty and colleagues.
• Strong knowledge base in specialty area(s)
• A demonstrated ability and desire to teach
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Strong interpersonal skills and the enthusiasm and motivation to contribute to the growth and development of the basic science department of the College
• Ability to apply nursing science in the clinical setting

Certifications

• American Academy of Nurse Practitioners preferred
• American Nurses Credentialing Center preferred

Travel

• Limited travel required
• Online

Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

• Full range of Health Plans
• Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
• Dependent Care and Transit Programs
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance 
• Short-term and Long-term disability programs 
• Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
• Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
• Employee Assistance Program
• Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
• Annual Holiday Schedule
• All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.
• Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.
• Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 50 West 47th Street, 12th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, nicole.barnett@touro.edu (646-565-6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at compliance@touro.edu and 646-565-6000 x55330.