Full-time Faculty - School of Nursing, College of Health Sciences

Lipscomb University
United States, Tennessee, Nashville
Mar 19, 2025
Description The Full-Time Nursing Faculty position for the BSN Program is a 12-month on-campus position [including didactic (in-person and/or virtual), laboratory (in-person and/or virtual), and clinical responsibilities (in-person)]. The faculty will facilitate the learning experience for the students by: engaging students in rich discussions; providing timely, relevant, clear feedback; analyzing and evaluating student performance; as well as encouraging, mentoring, and coaching students throughout the program. Education: Must hold a Master of Science in Nursing degree or higher (Doctorate in Nursing or related field preferred) Experience: * Minimum of two years of Nursing experience * At least one year of full-time nursing education experience highly preferred; preference given to candidates with online teaching experience Qualifications: Must have an active unencumbered Nursing license (or eligibility for licensure) in the state of Tennessee Typical Duties: Facilitate learning: Create a nourishing teaching and learning environment Assume total responsibility for teaching assignment in close cooperation with other faculty and the Executive Nursing Leadership Team Select learning activities, audiovisual materials, textbooks, library references, computer software and other course materials to facilitate student learning Maintain 30 credit-hour teaching load throughout the calendar year Facilitate learner development and socialization: Orient students to the course, the current LMS, and other necessary learning modalities Report to Executive Nursing Leadership Team all incidents related to students in the classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical area Keep Executive Nursing Leadership Team informed as to progress and serious problems of students Assist in student recruitment and admission activities as designated by the Executive Nursing Leadership Team Participate in student career development by providing advisement, mentoring, and references Use assessment and evaluation strategies: Evaluate students and provide feedback in a fair, consistent and timely manner Maintain up-to-date files on all details of the portion of the teaching program delegated to him/her. File remains a part of the School of Nursing on termination of contract Maintain confidential student records Participate in curriculum design and evaluation of program outcomes: Assist in the process of evaluation of student learning outcomes and program outcomes and the accreditation process as needed Participate in development, maintenance, and evaluation of curriculum and program policies as needed Pursue systematic self-evaluation and improvement in the academic nurse educator role: Maintain clinical relevance in area of expertise through practice, continuing education, and/or professional development Participate in professional development activities to build skill set in the role of the academician and nurse educator Serve as a resource person and role model for students, staff, and other faculty Complete program and university self-evaluations annually or as requested Function as a change agent and leader: Serve on School of Nursing, College, and University Committees as appropriate and/or appointed by the Executive Director of the School of Nursing, and/or the Dean of the College of Health Sciences Participate in service activities to the School of Nursing, the university, and the community Participate in special projects and programs that assist with marketing and recruitment Engage in scholarship of teaching: Collaborate with other departments and/or colleges within the University as needed Maintain clinical relevance in area of expertise through practice, continuing education, and/or professional development Participate in professional development activities to build skill set in the role of the academician and nurse educator Function effectively within the organizational environment and academic community Accept and uphold the mission and philosophy of the University, the School of Nursing, and the BSN Program Participate in commencement activities in December and/or May per the University Faculty Handbook Carry out other assignments as requested by Executive Nursing Leadership Team Your application will not be considered complete until all three of your references have submitted their formal letters of recommendation: two academic or work-related letters, and one faith-related letter. Qualifications Experience 2 years: Minimum of two years of Nursing experience. At least one year of full-time nursing education experience highly preferred; preference given to candidates with online teaching experience (required)