Teaching Assistant, Clinical Nursing

Since 1920, Mount St. Joseph University has provided an education that is based on interdisciplinary liberal arts and professional curricula emphasizing mission, values, integrity, and social responsibility. Faculty and staff deliver high-quality academics, hands-on experiential learning, and personalized attention to support student success. Join our award-winning team, recognized for four consecutive years as a 'Best College to Work for,' and be part of a vibrant culture that places a premium on inclusion and belonging.

The general responsibilities of all employees are described in the Mount St. Joseph University Employee Handbook which is available on the Internet.

The specific responsibilities of all teaching assistants in the Department of Nursing include:

The Department of Nursing:

• Supports the Mission of the University and the Mission, Philosophy, and Strategic Plan of the Department of Nursing.

The Clinical/Lab Setting:

• Collaborates with Nursing faculty to evaluate students based on course outcomes;
• Facilitates integration of theory and research in clinical practice;
• Makes assignments relevant to course outcomes and students’ learning needs:
• Establishes and maintains a cooperative working relationship with consumers, clinical agencies, and personnel;
• Communicates goals for students’ clinical practice according to specified criteria;
• Evaluates the clinical agency's effectiveness in providing learning experiences for students.

Professional Competencies:

• Demonstrates knowledge of current trends in healthcare, nursing, and nursing education;
• Demonstrates creativity in learning strategies, assessment, and nursing practice;
• Actively participates in professional organizations and community activities;
• Demonstrates commitment to professional growth;
• Collaborates with colleagues in nursing and in other disciplines.

Qualifications

Educational and Professional

• Teaching Assistants (TAs) must be academically prepared for the areas in which they provide instruction at the direction of a faculty member. Academic preparation of teaching assistants includes degree specialization, specialty coursework, or other preparation sufficient to address the major concepts included in courses they provide instruction at the direction of a faculty member. Elaboration as follows.
• TAs teaching clinical and/or lab in the baccalaureate (BSN) program hold a graduate degree. However, TAs teaching clinical and/or lab in the baccalaureate program who do not hold a graduate degree:
  • hold a baccalaureate degree in nursing; AND
  • have significant clinical experience; AND
  • are enrolled in a graduate program in nursing or are otherwise qualified (such as having completed relevant graduate-level courses or continuing education units, and/or holding relevant national certification) for the clinical area(s) in which they teach.
• TAs teaching clinical and/or lab in the master’s (MSN-MAGELIN) program hold a graduate degree.
• TAs hold a current unencumbered license to practice in Ohio as a registered nurse (RN). If clinical is included in the teaching responsibility and the clinical setting is outside of Ohio, the TA must hold a current, unencumbered RN license to practice in that setting);
• Membership in professional organizations is recommended.
• Minimum of 2 years of previous registered nursing practice required; previous registered nursing practice experience demonstrates competence in the clinical or laboratory area in which the teaching assistant will provide instruction at the direction of a faculty member. Ongoing clinical nursing practice is recommended.

Personal Attributes

• Personal philosophy of nursing, education, and nursing education consistent with that of the University and the Department of Nursing;
• Thinks creatively and critically;
• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing;
• Accepts responsibility for his/her own actions;
• Is punctual and thorough in completing assigned tasks;
• Works as a member of an interprofessional team in an environment of change;
• Seeks clarification or information before making decisions that affect University and Program operations;
• Serves as a professional role model for colleagues, students, and the professional community

To apply, please upload the cover letter, resume, and contact information with three professional references via Paycom.

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