"Assistant Professor - Undergraduate Nursing, Critical Care Nursing"

Job Details

Carlow University’s College of Health and Wellness and School of Nursing is seeking a (9-month) nursing faculty member to work in our BSN program at our Oakland campus located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to begin in January 2026.

The full-time faculty member will teach in our BSN program with obligations for teaching, service, and scholarship. Primary teaching responsibilities will focus on critical care nursing. Recent clinical experience is required. Expectations are consistent with the Core Competencies for Nurse Educators, described in the Scope and Practice for Academic Nurse Educators (NLN, 2020).

Candidates should have prior experience in nursing education, and leadership, along with clinical expertise and skills in related areas of nursing practice. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with educational preparation and experience.

Required Experience/Qualifications:

• Valid, current, unrestricted Pennsylvania RN License.
• Master’s degree in nursing and an earned Doctoral degree in nursing or related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in teaching in an academic setting with nursing students.
• Evidence of relevant ongoing teaching and clinical expertise.
• Clearances - Upon hire and updated every three years to include ACT 153 Clearances (FBI Fingerprints, Child Abuse, and PA State Police).

The ideal candidates will have:

• A deep commitment to effective teaching, curriculum development, interprofessional practice, student engagement, and mentoring.
• A strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness to actively promote diversity in healthcare and community.
• A commitment to professional academic service within the University, college and community.

Responsibilities:

• Create an environment in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings that facilitates student learning and the achievement of desired cognitive, affective, and psychomotor outcomes.
• Facilitate learner development and socialization, supporting students in the application of knowledge to practice, facilitating student autonomy in their specific healthcare role, and promoting self-confidence that leads to professional competency.
• Ensure students have access to learning experiences essential to their development as nurse practitioners.
• Represent the mission and values of Carlow University and the College of Health and Wellness to all.
• Serve as a mentor, role model, and student academic advisor.
• Engage in activities that are consistent with academic and professional standards.
• Use a variety of evidence-based strategies to assess and evaluate learning in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains.
• Provide timely, constructive, and thoughtful feedback to learners.
• Participate in curriculum design and evaluation of program outcomes, formulating program outcomes and designing

Carlow University is Devoted to....

• A culture of integrity, dignity and respect for all
• A strong commitment to social justice
• Ethical forward-thinking leadership
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits package
• Tuition benefits for undergraduate and graduate programs
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Program
• Complimentary use of Carlow’s fitness center and amenities

Successful candidates must be committed to envisioning the future of liberal arts and professional education in a rapidly changing environment; have experience working with diverse populations; actively support Carlow’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and community; and be able to articulate how they will contribute to Carlow University’s Catholic, Mercy mission and values through their teaching, scholarship, and service.

Carlow University is a comprehensive Catholic University situated in a culturally rich urban setting of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy, an international community of Roman Catholic women with a mission to serve the poor, the sick, and the uneducated. Carlow is an institution grounded in the liberal arts while also offering strong professional programs, committed to engaging its community in a process of life-long learning, scholarship, research, and service. Degrees are offered at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels. Carlow University aims to provide transformational educational opportunities rooted in social justice for a diverse community of learners, and to empower them to excel in their chosen work as compassionate, responsible leaders in the creation of a just and merciful world.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Carlow University employees commit themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct. They commit to act with integrity, treat others with respect and dignity, carefully steward the University's resources, avoid conflicts of interest or commitment, maintain confidentiality, and to comply with legal and professional obligations.

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Carlow University is a comprehensive Catholic university in a culturally rich section in Oakland, the heart of Pittsburgh’s “Eds, Meds, and Tech” district. Founded in 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy, it is one of the 17 member institutions of the Conference for Mercy Higher Education. Carlow is recognized for educating traditional students and adult learners for a lifetime of ethical leadership and service.

Our world is transforming economically, socially and technologically. Carlow University’s academic programs prepare students to become adaptable, lifelong learners who are well prepared for the careers of today and the future.

In today’s societal landscape, these espoused values have never been more relevant.

Consistent with its tradition of academic excellence, Carlow’s curricula and partnerships reflect its strong commitment to social justice, ethical forward-thinking leadership and meaningful service to the community that makes an impact.