"Assistant/Associate Professor"

Salary

$65,000.00 Annually

Location 

Natchitoches, LA

Job Type

Unclassified

Job Number

999588

Department

Northwestern State University

Opening Date

07/22/2024

Supplemental Information

Northwestern State University College of Nursing and School of Allied Health seeks an applicant for a 9-month full-time faculty position for the Master of Nursing Practice and Post-Master's Certificate academic programs available in any location served by NSU beginning August 12, 2024.

A Master's in Nursing is required; however, a Doctorate is preferred (required for academic rank of Associate Professor). Must hold an unencumbered, Louisiana license as an RN or APRN. Teaching experience at a graduate nursing level is preferred. Applicants must show evidence of ongoing scholarly activity, adeptness at online educational technology, and be eligible to serve as a member of

Northwestern State University's Graduate Faculty. Must be willing to travel, pass a background check, and 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, 1800 Line Avenue, Shreveport, LA, 71101-3127 or morrisa@nsula.edu.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's in Nursing required; doctorate preferred (required for academic rank of Associate Professor).
• Hold an unencumbered, Louisiana license as a registered nurse and/or advanced practice registered nurse.
• At least three (3) years of clinical nursing experience.
• Teaching experience at the graduate nursing level is preferred
• Must show evidence of ongoing scholarly activity and adeptness at online educational technology.
• Be eligible to serve as a full member of Northwestern State University's Graduate Faculty.
• Willing to travel
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must meet the required standards defined by the University.

Job Concepts

• Recruit highly qualified students.
• Coordinates the delivery of quality didactic, simulation, and clinical learning experiences between two off-campus learning sites and multiple clinical agencies.
• Actively participates in university and College of Nursing committees.
• Engages in scholarly activities appropriate to the academic role. 
• Actively engages in professional development activities and scholarly activities appropriate to the discipline.
• Provides quality advising of students during required hours and at other times and settings as established by the Program Director, Senior Director, Dean, Provost, or President.
• Maintains collegial relationships with peers and colleagues throughout the University and community.
• Fulfill other required duties of the department.
• Teach all classes in a manner that will fully promote academic excellence.
• Provide instruction in areas of expertise.
• Utilize a variety of teaching strategies appropriate to the domain of learning. Assist with the development, evaluation, and revision of curriculum, policies and procedures within the College of Nursing.
• Maintain required office hours.
• Maintain good attendance.
• Supervise and evaluate student learning experiences.
• Serve as an advisor and mentor for students in the College of Nursing.
• Advises students interested in the program and those currently in the program regarding curriculum and APDG requirements.