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UMSON hires adjunct faculty to provide clinical instruction to entry-level students in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program and Clinical Nurse Leader master's option and to teach in select undergraduate and graduate didactic courses at the Baltimore and Shady Grove locations. Master’s- and doctoral-prepared nurses are encouraged to send a cover letter outlining their expertise and desired area of teaching, as well as résumé/curriculum vitae, to nrshr@umaryland.edu.

Individuals hired as adjunct clinical instructors are required to complete the following requirements within 30 days of their start date. Cost associated with the requirements are the responsibility of the employee. Additional information will be provided in the offer letter, as applicable.

• RN License (active, unrestricted and valid in jurisdiction of clinical instruction)
• Immunizations: (MMR, Varicella, DPT, Hepatitis B or declination)
• Annual flu vaccine, if clinical experience is between Oct. 1 and March 31
  
• Annual check of TB status (negative PPD or negative chest x-ray if PPD positive)
• Current CPR certification
• UMSON HIPAA Training
• UMSON FERPA Training 

The UMSON Alumni Ambassador Program aims to engage and empower alumni by allowing them to share their experiences, inspire future nursing students, and give back to the UMSON community. As a vital link between prospective students and the university, Alumni Ambassadors help shape the future of nursing by fostering connections, offering guidance, and supporting recruitment efforts.

Program Goals

• Inspire and Support: Share personal stories and experiences to inspire prospective students.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance on navigating nursing education and career opportunities.
• Community Engagement: Strengthen the bond between UMSON alumni and the institution.
• Recruitment: Assist in recruitment efforts by promoting UMSON programs and attending university events.

Ambassador Responsibilities

• Event Participation: Represent UMSON at recruitment events, open houses, and information sessions, either in person or virtually.
• Alumni Spotlights: Be featured in UMSON publications or social media platforms to highlight your journey and success as a nurse.
• Student Outreach: Engage with prospective students via email, phone, or virtual Q&A sessions to answer questions about UMSON programs and student life.
• Promote Nursing Programs: Share information about UMSON’s nursing programs, scholarships, and opportunities to prospective students.

Program Benefits

• Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow alumni and current nursing professionals.
• Professional Development: Enhance your leadership and communication skills through ambassador activities.
• Recognition: Receive special acknowledgment from UMSON and be featured in alumni-focused events and publications.
• Exclusive Events: Attend alumni networking events, professional development workshops, and annual recognition ceremonies.

How to Join
If you are a proud UMSON graduate and passionate about giving back to the nursing community, we invite you to become an Alumni Ambassador! To express interest or learn more about the program, please complete the alumni ambassador form.

The Alumni Association offers rewarding volunteer opportunities for UMSON alumni at My Sister’s Place and Paul’s Place, two Baltimore community organizations.

If you would like to participate, send an email to nrsalumni@umaryland.edu or call 410-706-7640

The Recent Graduate Committee organizes opportunities to engage recent graduates with UMSON through volunteer programs, events, and professional development activities.

If you would like to join the committee, contact nrsalumni@umaryland.edu or call 410-706-7640.

Alumni have an opportunity to share their career path and professional expertise with current students through the Alumni Speaker Series program and the Student/Alumni Networking Event.

If you would like to assist students through either of these initiatives, contact nrsalumni@umaryland.edu or call 410-706-7640.

Alumni are encouraged to share their knowledge and expertise with nursing students through mentorship. Become a Conway Mentor to an undergraduate or graduate Conway Scholar! Help guide a future nurse along their professional path while developing your own interpersonal skills. Mentoring is a rewarding experience and a great way to stay connected to the UMSON community. To learn more, please contact Jill Pahel at jpahel@umaryland.edu.  

Do you remember what it was like right after you graduated from UMSON? How you felt when you accepted your first nursing job? As you know, today’s nursing graduates have many choices about the direction of their career paths. With so many options, it is helpful to provide students with additional information and career advice. Your expertise is a wonderful resource for UMSON’s nursing students!

If you are interested in communicating on an informal basis with UMSON students who may have interests in your field of practice, geographic location, educational and work backgrounds, etc., simply complete the following form and an interested student may contact you in the future for advice and information.

For more information about this program, contact the Alumni Office at nrsalumni@umaryland.edu or 410-706-7640.

Class Representatives serve as liaisons between the UMSON Alumni Office and their class, especially during a reunion. They communicate with fellow alumni, share professional news (promotions, awards, and honors), and encourage them to participate in alumni events and programs.

If you would like to serve as a Class Representative, email alumni.nursing@umaryland.edu or call call 410-706-7640 and let the Alumni Office know of your interest.

The School of Nursing Living History Museum is supported by a dedicated team of volunteer docents, who are retired nurses and alumni of the School. The docents have tremendous wisdom and experience, and their presence is a reminder of the link between nursing’s present and past.

The museum is currently seeking additional volunteers to help in a variety of roles, including serving as docents who share the history of the School and nursing with students and visitors, as well as behind-the-scenes assistance with collections care and managements, including cataloging artifacts, conducting research, and digitizing collections.

If you are interested in getting more involved with the Living History Museum, please contact Kirsten Hammerstrom at khammerstrom@umaryland.edu or 410-706-2327.

Complex health care issues have created demand for nurse leaders to implement evidence-based solutions to achieve positive outcomes for individuals and populations.

Our DNP students are learning these skills by taking a leadership role in practica and in quality improvement projects. Students provide meaningful contributions to sites, and organizations gain value from having DNP-level students’ engagement in advancing their goals and approaches.

If you have a practice problem in which you would welcome student involvement or are interested in helping to prepare a new generation of nurse leaders by serving as a non-clinical practicum host or site representative, please contact Stella Moshonisiotis at 410-706-0833 or smoshonisiotis@umaryland.edu.

The UMSON Admissions Office hosts open houses several times a year to introduce prospective nursing students to UMSON’s academic programs. See upcoming dates.

If you would be interested in participating at one of these events and talking with students about your nursing school and professional experiences, contact the Office of Student Services at 410-706-0501 or admissions.nursing@umaryland.edu.

Health care providers across the nation understand the importance of perpetuating the learning cycle so each new generation of nurses, at all levels, have the knowledge and skills needed to hit the ground running after graduation. UMSON relies on the mentorship of our preceptors, site representatives, and community partners to create robust learning experiences for our students completing clinical, practicum, and project rotations. 

If you are interested in helping to prepare a new generation of nurses by serving as a preceptor, you can find more information here.