Nursing Faculty job description
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Example nursing faculty requirements on a job description
Nursing faculty requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in nursing faculty job postings.
Sample nursing faculty requirements
- Must hold a current and active nursing license
- Minimum of a Master's Degree in Nursing
- Experience in clinical nursing practice
- Teaching experience in a nursing program
Sample required nursing faculty soft skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and students
- Flexible and adaptable to changing situations
- Passionate about nursing education and student success
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Nursing Faculty job description example 1
Grand Canyon University nursing faculty job description
Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona's leading institutions of higher learning.
Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.
Are you looking to shape the nurses of the future? Have you always thought about teaching? Are you prepared to pass on your knowledge to the next generation of Nurses and Healthcare professionals? We may have the opportunity you have been looking for.
Grand Canyon University has an opening for a Foundations Lab/Clinical Nursing Faculty member and we invite applications from individuals who are enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge with our Nursing students.
Please note, the home base for this position is located at the Las Vegas, NV site. However, this position requires travel within the greater Las Vegas area to directly observe student performance when scheduled for clinical rotations.
What you will do:
Reinforce didactic content and teach in the context of the clinical and lab application of knowledge and skills related to pre licensure Nursing.Collaborates with content area faculty to provide expert evaluation and documentation of student progress toward clinical and lab objectives.Participate in grading written and Clinical/Lab performance check-offs.Preserve lines of communication with program faculty and director including attendance in select faculty meetings.Remain current with new trends and development in the specific field of nursing practice Maintain compliance with requirements for program accreditation.Uphold the tenets of nursing as a holistic profession as well as the pillars of the University.Requires travel to student clinical sites to directly observe student performance
What you will need:
Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) required.Minimum of 2 years' work experience in medical/surgical, long term care, and/or skilled nursing.An active, current and unencumbered Registered Nurse license in the state of Nevada.Prior teaching experience at the collegiate level preferred.Evidence of involvement in one's professional area (e.g., membership in professional organizations, presentations, research, and/or publications).Must successfully pass a drug test.Excellent communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with students and preceptors.Participation in and/or support of the university program in all areas including an evident congruence with the philosophy and direction of the institution, and service to the community.Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University's Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.
Why work at GCU:
Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan We also offer full-time employees an Education Tuition Discount ProgramGenerous holiday and paid time off package - we aren't kidding, it's good!
Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.
Are you looking to shape the nurses of the future? Have you always thought about teaching? Are you prepared to pass on your knowledge to the next generation of Nurses and Healthcare professionals? We may have the opportunity you have been looking for.
Grand Canyon University has an opening for a Foundations Lab/Clinical Nursing Faculty member and we invite applications from individuals who are enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge with our Nursing students.
Please note, the home base for this position is located at the Las Vegas, NV site. However, this position requires travel within the greater Las Vegas area to directly observe student performance when scheduled for clinical rotations.
What you will do:
Reinforce didactic content and teach in the context of the clinical and lab application of knowledge and skills related to pre licensure Nursing.Collaborates with content area faculty to provide expert evaluation and documentation of student progress toward clinical and lab objectives.Participate in grading written and Clinical/Lab performance check-offs.Preserve lines of communication with program faculty and director including attendance in select faculty meetings.Remain current with new trends and development in the specific field of nursing practice Maintain compliance with requirements for program accreditation.Uphold the tenets of nursing as a holistic profession as well as the pillars of the University.Requires travel to student clinical sites to directly observe student performance
What you will need:
Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) required.Minimum of 2 years' work experience in medical/surgical, long term care, and/or skilled nursing.An active, current and unencumbered Registered Nurse license in the state of Nevada.Prior teaching experience at the collegiate level preferred.Evidence of involvement in one's professional area (e.g., membership in professional organizations, presentations, research, and/or publications).Must successfully pass a drug test.Excellent communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with students and preceptors.Participation in and/or support of the university program in all areas including an evident congruence with the philosophy and direction of the institution, and service to the community.Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University's Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.
Why work at GCU:
Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan We also offer full-time employees an Education Tuition Discount ProgramGenerous holiday and paid time off package - we aren't kidding, it's good!
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Nursing Faculty job description example 2
Bryant & Stratton College nursing faculty job description
The clinical placement coordinator role is flexible and requires a self-directed, organized individual with excellent oral and written communication skills to work with clinical agencies in the community to place our nursing students. Teamwork and collaboration are essential in this role. Clinical instruction requires student supervision and reinforcement of classroom instruction as the students complete the clinical component of a gerontology course in the curriculum. Clinical site placement may vary and is subject to agency affiliation agreements and student enrollment.
Primary nursing faculty responsibilities include:
* Coordinate the health clearance of nursing students, database management, and placement of nursing students at clinical agencies in collaboration with Agency staff and nursing faculty at the College.
* Coordinate semi-annual CPR classes for nursing students.
* Provide a minimum of 8 instructional contact hours per week in the Syracuse/Liverpool Nursing Program (may include clinical supervision, lab or classroom).
* Participate in campus-wide initiatives in support of recruitment, retention, and graduation goals.
* Maintain a current knowledge of teaching discipline/field of study.
* Participate in curriculum monitoring and development process.
* Attend monthly Nursing Governance Committee meetings
* Utilize active learning (facilitation), authentic assessment, and portfolio assignments to support the teaching and learning outcomes of the college.
* Adhere to all duties as assigned by the nursing program director; and uphold all established operational policies and procedures as described in operating documentation (official catalog, Faculty Guide).
* Attend required college functions including staff meetings, in-service training, faculty development activities, graduation, and open house activities.
Additional nursing clinical faculty responsibilities include:
* Select clients and experiences per the clinical focus as outlined in the course syllabus.
* Actively participate in reinforcing clinical procedures.
* Assist students with clinical data interpretation.
* Conduct pre-and post-conference for clinical days.
* Supervise students during clinical hours and hold them accountable to the program policies and standards of their profession.
* Record and maintain anecdotes of strengths and concerns related to student performance.
* Provide written documentation of clinical performance on the clinical evaluation tool at midterm and at the end of each semester and provide these completed evaluation tools to the supervising faculty member for course grading purposes.
* Hold private conferences with students for the review of clinical performance evaluations.
* Maintain currency in the specialty area through periodic reading, seminar attendance, instructional development program attendance, and/or work experience.
* Attend mandatory faculty, program, and college meetings.
* Inform the Program Director of any agency or student problems/concerns.
All Candidates Must Demonstrate:
* Active unencumbered Registered Nursing license in New York State
* Master's Degree in Nursing
* Follow the requirements and credentials of the Board of Nursing within New York State
* Strong time management, problem-solving, conflict management, cultural diversity, analytic, adaptability, and creativity skills.
* Team-orientation.
* Working knowledge of computer software (e-mail, Microsoft Word, Teams, etc.)
* Commitment to continuous curriculum enhancement and application of best practices
* Ability to make meaningful and positive connections with the diverse student body in a career college environment
* Commitment to professional nursing education in the community.
Preferred candidates will have 1-2 years of teaching experience, evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration, and work with diverse populations. Successful teaching experience at the college level, performing student evaluations, and preparing course documents is desired.
Primary nursing faculty responsibilities include:
* Coordinate the health clearance of nursing students, database management, and placement of nursing students at clinical agencies in collaboration with Agency staff and nursing faculty at the College.
* Coordinate semi-annual CPR classes for nursing students.
* Provide a minimum of 8 instructional contact hours per week in the Syracuse/Liverpool Nursing Program (may include clinical supervision, lab or classroom).
* Participate in campus-wide initiatives in support of recruitment, retention, and graduation goals.
* Maintain a current knowledge of teaching discipline/field of study.
* Participate in curriculum monitoring and development process.
* Attend monthly Nursing Governance Committee meetings
* Utilize active learning (facilitation), authentic assessment, and portfolio assignments to support the teaching and learning outcomes of the college.
* Adhere to all duties as assigned by the nursing program director; and uphold all established operational policies and procedures as described in operating documentation (official catalog, Faculty Guide).
* Attend required college functions including staff meetings, in-service training, faculty development activities, graduation, and open house activities.
Additional nursing clinical faculty responsibilities include:
* Select clients and experiences per the clinical focus as outlined in the course syllabus.
* Actively participate in reinforcing clinical procedures.
* Assist students with clinical data interpretation.
* Conduct pre-and post-conference for clinical days.
* Supervise students during clinical hours and hold them accountable to the program policies and standards of their profession.
* Record and maintain anecdotes of strengths and concerns related to student performance.
* Provide written documentation of clinical performance on the clinical evaluation tool at midterm and at the end of each semester and provide these completed evaluation tools to the supervising faculty member for course grading purposes.
* Hold private conferences with students for the review of clinical performance evaluations.
* Maintain currency in the specialty area through periodic reading, seminar attendance, instructional development program attendance, and/or work experience.
* Attend mandatory faculty, program, and college meetings.
* Inform the Program Director of any agency or student problems/concerns.
All Candidates Must Demonstrate:
* Active unencumbered Registered Nursing license in New York State
* Master's Degree in Nursing
* Follow the requirements and credentials of the Board of Nursing within New York State
* Strong time management, problem-solving, conflict management, cultural diversity, analytic, adaptability, and creativity skills.
* Team-orientation.
* Working knowledge of computer software (e-mail, Microsoft Word, Teams, etc.)
* Commitment to continuous curriculum enhancement and application of best practices
* Ability to make meaningful and positive connections with the diverse student body in a career college environment
* Commitment to professional nursing education in the community.
Preferred candidates will have 1-2 years of teaching experience, evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration, and work with diverse populations. Successful teaching experience at the college level, performing student evaluations, and preparing course documents is desired.
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Nursing Faculty job description example 3
HCA Healthcare nursing faculty job description
SCHEDULE: Full-time
This is an in person position, applicants must be able to commute to the Gainesville Campus
Introduction
At Galen College of Nursing, we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer a variety of comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans along with some unique benefits including:
* Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Programs
* Discounted Tuition for Galen's online MSN program
* Paid Personal Leave
* 401k (100% annual match - 3%-9% of pay based on years of service)
* Identity Theft Protection discounts
* Auto, Home, and Life Insurance options
* Adoption Assistance
* Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
* Bonus Pay Opportunities
* Mental Health coverage
Learn more about Employee Benefits
As you consider joining Galen, please carefully consider how you will model the culture we embrace and look to sustain. A culture where good ideas can come from anywhere and transparency is vital. Respect, accountability and integrity are non-negotiables, and commitment is created and sustained through the development of all employees. We care about each other and our students. We look for ways to exceed expectations and we are always looking for ways to improve and grow, while delivering the promise of extraordinary nursing education, matched only by a commitment to our students' success. If you feel our culture aligns with your strength of experience, attitude and authentic desire to work with great people to help changes lives, we'd love to talk!
Position Overview
Galen College is currently looking for committed, engaged, creative faculty members who want to profoundly influence nursing student success and partake and engage in the full scope of the Nursing Faculty role. As a Nursing faculty you will be responsible for engaging in the full scope of the academic nurse educator role.
Responsibilities:
* Facilitate learning and learner development
* Use assessment and evaluation strategies
* Participate in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation
* Evaluation of program outcomes
* Ongoing development of the nurse educator role
* Engage in scholarship
* Develop and function as a leader and change agent; and function within the educational environment
* This role must be fulfilled in accordance with rules and regulations of the state and federal regulatory and accrediting bodies
Qualifications
* Unencumbered Nursing License in this state
* Minimum of a BSN degree
* A minimum of two years of experience as a Registered Nurse, experience must be within the last five years
* Maintain knowledge of curriculum development and teaching methodology
* Familiarity with the state board of nursing Rules and Regulations for nursing and nursing education
* Ability to adapt rapidly to a variety of situations
Galen College Values:
Inclusivity: I foster an environment that provides opportunity for every individual to reach their full potential.
Character: I act with integrity and compassion in all I do.
Accountability: I own my role and accept responsibility for my actions.
Respect: I value every person as an individual with unique contributions worthy of consideration.
Excellence: I commit myself to the highest level of quality in everything I do.
At Galen College of Nursing, we offer a unique educational experience we call Pure Nursing. With a focus on nursing education, our knowledgeable and caring faculty and staff take personal interest in helping our students achieve their goals. Galen is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award Associate, Baccalaureate, and Master's Degrees. Our baccalaureate degree in nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), and the associate and master's degree in nursing programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). For complete information related to Galen's accreditation status, please visit our website.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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This is an in person position, applicants must be able to commute to the Gainesville Campus
Introduction
At Galen College of Nursing, we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer a variety of comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans along with some unique benefits including:
* Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Programs
* Discounted Tuition for Galen's online MSN program
* Paid Personal Leave
* 401k (100% annual match - 3%-9% of pay based on years of service)
* Identity Theft Protection discounts
* Auto, Home, and Life Insurance options
* Adoption Assistance
* Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
* Bonus Pay Opportunities
* Mental Health coverage
Learn more about Employee Benefits
As you consider joining Galen, please carefully consider how you will model the culture we embrace and look to sustain. A culture where good ideas can come from anywhere and transparency is vital. Respect, accountability and integrity are non-negotiables, and commitment is created and sustained through the development of all employees. We care about each other and our students. We look for ways to exceed expectations and we are always looking for ways to improve and grow, while delivering the promise of extraordinary nursing education, matched only by a commitment to our students' success. If you feel our culture aligns with your strength of experience, attitude and authentic desire to work with great people to help changes lives, we'd love to talk!
Position Overview
Galen College is currently looking for committed, engaged, creative faculty members who want to profoundly influence nursing student success and partake and engage in the full scope of the Nursing Faculty role. As a Nursing faculty you will be responsible for engaging in the full scope of the academic nurse educator role.
Responsibilities:
* Facilitate learning and learner development
* Use assessment and evaluation strategies
* Participate in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation
* Evaluation of program outcomes
* Ongoing development of the nurse educator role
* Engage in scholarship
* Develop and function as a leader and change agent; and function within the educational environment
* This role must be fulfilled in accordance with rules and regulations of the state and federal regulatory and accrediting bodies
Qualifications
* Unencumbered Nursing License in this state
* Minimum of a BSN degree
* A minimum of two years of experience as a Registered Nurse, experience must be within the last five years
* Maintain knowledge of curriculum development and teaching methodology
* Familiarity with the state board of nursing Rules and Regulations for nursing and nursing education
* Ability to adapt rapidly to a variety of situations
Galen College Values:
Inclusivity: I foster an environment that provides opportunity for every individual to reach their full potential.
Character: I act with integrity and compassion in all I do.
Accountability: I own my role and accept responsibility for my actions.
Respect: I value every person as an individual with unique contributions worthy of consideration.
Excellence: I commit myself to the highest level of quality in everything I do.
At Galen College of Nursing, we offer a unique educational experience we call Pure Nursing. With a focus on nursing education, our knowledgeable and caring faculty and staff take personal interest in helping our students achieve their goals. Galen is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award Associate, Baccalaureate, and Master's Degrees. Our baccalaureate degree in nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), and the associate and master's degree in nursing programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). For complete information related to Galen's accreditation status, please visit our website.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Updated March 14, 2024