"Nursing Faculty"

Job Details

John Brown University seeks a full-time Faculty member in Nursing beginning in Fall 2026. This position reports to the Nursing Department Chair. Responsibilities include participating in clinical rotations, teaching in skills labs, developing curriculum, and providing classroom instruction. Teaching duties and courses are determined by the needs of the department and faculty experience and/or area(s) of expertise. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, advising and recruiting students, participating in departmental governance, attending and participating in public events, as appropriate, and serving on college and university committees.

Nursing Program

The JBU Nursing Department is a young, growing CCNE-accredited program housed in an 8-year-old facility designed specifically for nursing education. The facility includes modern classrooms, a high-fidelity simulation lab, and other appropriate technology and faculty offices. Our BSN is a relationally focused program that implements a concept-based curriculum. The Nursing program is currently the largest major at John Brown University and is home to many first-generation and minority students.

Institution

John Brown University’s mission is to provide Christ-centered education that prepares people to honor God and serve others by developing their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives. Founded in 1919, JBU is a Christ-centered, Biblically-faithful, interdenominational university that represents the best of Protestant evangelicalism in our commitment to the following theological principles: the fundamental human need for conversion and lifelong discipleship; the centrality of Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection for the redemption of human beings; high regard for, and obedience to, the Bible as our authority; and active involvement in a local church, in missions and in ministries that work for Biblical justice and serve people in need. At JBU, we seek to integrate faith and learning, foster holistic Christian formation, promote pragmatic liberal arts education, and prepare people to follow Christ’s call to serve others in all areas of life. All employees must affirm JBU’s Employee Expectations and Articles of Faith.

With more than 2,250 students from 37 states and 42 countries, JBU offers approximately 50 undergraduate programs, seven fully online bachelor’s degrees, and 12 graduate degrees in business, education, cybersecurity, and counseling. JBU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and holds program-specific accreditations from various agencies. More information is available at jbu.edu/accreditation.

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Required Qualifications

• Registered nurse (RN) with a minimum of 5 years of nursing practice experience
• Hold (or be eligible for) an unencumbered license in the state of Arkansas
• Graduate degree in nursing
• A committed follower of Jesus Christ
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses
• Ability to contribute to the mission and vision of the institution in the department and more broadly at the institution
• A commitment to the integration of Christian faith and learning
• A commitment to supporting and collaborating with students, faculty and staff from varied academic and cultural backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications

• A terminal degree in nursing
• Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses and/or clinicals
• Membership and active participation in professional nursing organizations
• Demonstrated evidence of scholarly potential
• Experience leading nursing students in domestic and/or international service projects
• Evidence of successfully teaching, mentoring or working with people who have different perspectives, life experiences and cultural expressions

Important Dates

Position begins July 1, 2026. The screening process begins December 8, 2025 and continues until the position is filled.

Salary

A competitive salary exists which will be commensurate with training and/or experience. In addition, JBU offers a comprehensive benefits package including 403(b) retirement plan, medical and dental insurance, tuition remission, leave related to the birth of a child, adoption leave, and moving expenses.