ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR - NURSING

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ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR - NURSING

Salary

$72,000.00 Annually

Location

Natchitoches, LA

Job Type

Unclassified

Job Number

999031

Department

Northwestern State University

Opening Date

07/11/2024

• Description

• Benefits

Supplemental Information

Northwestern State University College of Nursing and School of Allied Health seeks an applicant for a 12-month full-time faculty position for the Associate/Bachelor of Science degree programs in nursing available in Natchitoches, Louisiana beginning August 5, 2024.

A Masters in Nursing is required, however, a Doctorate is preferred (required for academic rank of Associate Professor); Eligible for membership on undergraduate and/or graduate faculty.

Unencumbered licensure status as an RN or APRN in Louisiana; or eligible for Louisiana licensure. At least three (3) years of clinical nursing experience. At least three (3) years of nurse educator experience; three (3) or more preferred. Must be able to pass a background check and shall meet the required standards defined by the University.

Academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled.

Submit 1) a letter of application, 2) an updated CV, 3) official transcripts (if not from NSU), and 4) a list of three professional references with complete contact information to:

Dr. Anna Morris

Department Head and Senior Director, College of Nursing

Northwestern State University,

800 Line Avenue

Shreveport, LA, 71101-3127

morrisa@nsula.edu.

Northwestern State University is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency.

The successful candidate will be subject to a background check, as a condition of employment.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION (FULL DISCLOSURE)

It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of Northwestern State University to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on job related standards and must comply with the principles of equal employment opportunity.

In keeping with this policy, the University will continue to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status. All personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, training, and education are administered without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.

The University is committed to equal opportunity for student success by providing access to educational programs, tuition assistance, and social and recreational activities for all students without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.

Additionally, the University provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

Student complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Student Advocacy and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union or email obannonj@nsula.edu . Employee Title IX issues should be directed to the Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu .

In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and notified that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State Universityfor facilitiesis the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in New Fine Arts, 104 Central Avenue, Ste. 102 or email andersonje@nsula.edu . For studentacademic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Taylor Camidge (318-357-5460) located in Room 108-C Watson Memorial Library or email camidget@nsula.edu . Forfaculty/staff accommodations and services,contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu .

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's in nursing required, doctorate preferred (required for academic rank of Associate Professor).

• Eligible for membership in undergraduate and/or graduate faculty.

• Unencumbered licensure status as an RN or APRN in Louisiana; or eligible for Louisiana licensure.

• At least three (3) years of clinical nursing experience.

• At least three (3) years of nurse educator experience; three (3) or more preferred.

• Able to establish positive relationships with colleagues and students.

• Shall be proficient or capable of becoming proficient in curriculum development, instruction, evaluation, and academic counseling.

• Able to pass a background check.

• Shall meet the required standards defined by the University.

Job Concepts

• Perform faculty responsibilities in a large, nursing education department at Northwestern State University located on the Natchitoches Campus.

• Assist with program expansion in Natchitoches and surrounding areas.

• Teach all classes in a manner that will fully promote academic excellence.

• Provide instruction in areas of expertise.

• Evaluate student learning experiences.

• Serve as a role model to students and peers.

• Positively reflect on the university.

• Assist with the maintenance of records and files pertinent to the College of Nursing.

• Maintain confidentiality regarding faculty and students following federal laws and program and university policies.

• Assist with developing, evaluating, and revising policies and procedures within the College of Nursing.

• Attend College of Nursing and/or university functions and committee meetings as assigned.

• Maintain required regular office hours and excellent attendance.

• Advise and counsel students during office hours and/or at other times and settings as needed.

• Participate in activities that promote the College of Nursing, including those that may occur in the evenings, out of town and/or on the weekend.

• Be flexible, collaborative, and cooperative about all college and university activities, maintaining a positive, respectful, and supportive attitude.

• Recruit students to programs within the College of Nursing and School of Allied Health.

• Serve as a liaison between the College of Nursing and other university departments as well as local, state, and national agencies and professional organizations.

• Comply with university, state, SACSCOC, ACEN, CCNE and/or other guidelines as required.

• Serve on department or college-wide committees and/or state level committees/boards on behalf of NSU CON.

• Represent the college and university positively in interactions with professional and academic groups at local, state, and national levels.

• Utilize a variety of proven teaching methods appropriate to the student population and targeted domain of learning.

• Participate in periodic review of course materials, including development of course reports.

• Maintain appropriate expertise and competencies through continuing professional development and pursuit of scholarly activities including teaching pedagogy, grant writing, research, scholarly publication, and presentations.

• Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to the College of Nursing's goals, values, and objectives.

Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.

Agency

State of Louisiana

Address

For agency contact information, please refer to

the supplemental information above.

Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802

Phone

(866) 783-5462

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