Clinical Nursing Instructor - Greater Cincinnati area

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Herzing University seeks a highly motivated and experienced Registered Nurses (RN), to serve as an on-site Clinical Instructors at the following sites:

• Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH) – Med Surg & OB specialties
• Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC) – Pediatrics & Mental Health

 The instructor will provide direct supervision and instruction to nursing students during their clinical rotations at BSMH/CCHMC, ensuring a safe and effective learning environment that aligns with Herzing University's curriculum and the site's standards of patient care. The ideal candidate must have passion to teach the next generation of nurses and can commit to the P.R.I.C.E model (professionalism, respect, integrity, caring, and engagement).

Hours and Clinical Rotation Schedule:

• The position typically involves one 12-hour shift per week:

  • For Nursing Fundamentals, the clinical rotation will meet for approximately 2 weeks and a total of 24 hours onsite.

  • For Transition to Professional Nursing, the clinical rotation will meet for approximately 2 weeks and a total of 24 hours onsite.

  • For Medical-Surgical Nursing I, the clinical rotation will meet for approximately 8 weeks and a total of 96 hours onsite.
  • For Mental Health Nursing, the clinical rotation will meet for approximately 2 weeks and a total of 24 hours onsite.
  • For Family Nursing, the clinical rotation will meet for approximately 4 weeks and a total of 48 hours onsite.
  • For Medical Surgical Nursing II, the clinical rotation will meet for approximately 5 weeks and a total of 60 hours onsite.
  • For Medical Surgical Nursing III, the clinical rotation will meet for approximately 3 weeks and a total of 36 hours onsite.

• The student to faculty ratio for the rotation will be no more than 10:1. Peds rotation at CCHMC will be a ratio of 6:1.

Requirements:

• Active and unencumbered RN license for the state of Ohio.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a registered nurse in a relevant clinical setting.
• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN)

• Employees of BSMH or CCHMC are strongly encouraged to apply, though this is not required. (employees of these sites need to be in good standing with no active reprimand cases)

• Experience in clinical teaching or precepting nursing students preferred.

• Preferably nurses with med surg, OB, and/or mental health specialties.

Responsibilities:

• Direct Student Supervision: Provide direct, on-site supervision and guidance to Herzing University nursing students during their clinical rotations at BSMH.
• Curriculum Alignment: Ensure that student clinical experiences align with the Herzing University nursing curriculum and learning objectives.
• Skill Development: Facilitate the development of students' clinical skills and competencies through observation, and hands-on instruction.
• Performance Evaluation: Evaluate student performance based on established criteria and provide formative and summative feedback to promote student learning and growth. Submit timely and accurate evaluations to Herzing University.
• Patient Safety: Ensure the safety and well-being of patients under the students' care by providing appropriate supervision and guidance.
• Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with BSMH nursing staff, Herzing University faculty, and other healthcare professionals to provide a comprehensive and supportive learning environment.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of student performance, including progress notes, evaluation reports, and other required paperwork.
• Professional Development: Participate in ongoing professional development activities to maintain current knowledge and skills in nursing education and clinical practice.
• Compliance: Adhere to all BSMH and Herzing University policies and procedures, including those related to patient confidentiality, safety, and infection control.
• Other duties as assigned: May include assisting with orientation of new students, particip