Lecturer of Nursing/Assistant Professor of Nursing

Job TitleLecturer of Nursing/Assistant Professor of Nursing

AgencyTexas A&M University - Texarkana

DepartmentCNHHS - Nursing

Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate

Job LocationTexarkana, Texas

Job TypeFaculty

Job Description

The nursing program at Texas A&M University - Texarkana awards Bachelor of Science degrees (ADN-BSN & Traditional BSN) and Master of Science degrees in Nursing Administration, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and Family Nurse Practitioner. The programs are offered face-to-face (Traditional BSN), online (ADN-BSN), and online/hybrid (MSN) and are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The nursing programs are part of the College of Nursing, Health, and Human Services (CNHHS) and will be pursuing an aggressive program growth agenda over the next five (5) years. The appointment will be for a 9-month full time faculty member.

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lecturer of Nursing (non-tenure track) teaching assignment: 15 SCH undergraduate courses in each long semester in the classroom/clinical/simulation areas and/or online

Assistant Professor of Nursing (tenure track) teaching assignment: 12 SCH undergraduate and graduate courses in each long semester in the classroom/clinical/simulation areas and/or online

Teach courses in the BSN, ADN-BSN, and/or MSN programs in a variety of formats (online, hybrid, face-to-face) including clinical and simulation teaching/supervision.

Student advisement as assigned

Active participant in program development, renewal, and revision

Perform appropriate levels of service within the university, region, and/or with regional/national healthcare entities

Work with the Nursing Chair to develop collaborative relationships with local and regional healthcare entities

Able to seek and participate in independent and/or collaborative extramurally funded projects and research

In accordance with Texas Board of Nursing, Rules and Regulations relating to Nurse Education, Licensure and Practice (2014), faculty shall be responsible for:

Supervising student in clinical and experiential learning experiences

Supervising all initial nursing procedures performed by the student in the clinical area and ascertaining that the student is competent before allowing the student to perform an actual nursing procedure independently

Developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum

Participating in the development, implementation, and enforcement of standards/policies for admission, progression, probation, and dismissal of students, and participating in academic guidance and counseling.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications

Lecturer Rank (non-tenure track):

Unencumbered RN license in the State of Texas or an unencumbered RN Compact license

Minimum of four (4) years of nursing practice experience

MS in Nursing, or MS degree in a closely related field and completed 12 credit hours of the degree requirements in a master’s or doctorate nursing program excluding thesis or professional paper

Willing to locate in the Texarkana area to be an integral part of the Division of Nursing and the University

Excellent interpersonal skill

Assistant Professor Rank (tenure track):

Unencumbered RN license in the State of Texas or an unencumbered RN Compact license

Minimum of four (4) years of nursing practice experience

MS in Nursing, or MS degree in a closely related field and completed 12 credit hours of the degree requirements in a master’s or doctorate nursing program excluding thesis or professional paper

Terminal degree: Ph.D., DNP, Ed.D.

ABDs with confirmed doctoral dissertation defense dates will also be considered at the rank of Instructor until the doctorate is conferred

Willing to locate in the Texarkana area to be an integral part of the Division of Nursing and the University

Excellent interpersonal skill

Preferred Qualifications (Any Rank)

Experience using an online LMS system such as Canvas or Blackboard

Experience teaching in a classroom setting and in a clinical setting

Experience meeting accreditation standards

Current clinical practical experience or teaching equivalent

Medical-surgical and/or critical care experience

A record of Professional Activities related to nursing or nursing education

Evidence of research agenda and scholarship

Other Requirements

Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position generally does not supervise employees.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

To apply: Upload your cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts and 3 professional reference's contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact .

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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