Assistant Professor, BSN Program

Applications are invited for a tenure track faculty position in the BSN program beginning July 30, 2027. The BSN program is comprised of two tracks; pre-licensure BSN and the RN- BSN Completion. The successful applicant will be expected to teach in the classroom as well as the clinical and lab/simulation setting, demonstrate a commitment to innovative and effective teaching and demonstrate evidence-based knowledge of area of discipline to be taught.

Med-surgical nursing expertise is preferred.

Applicant must be eligible for unencumbered RN licensure in TN. Rank and salary are dependent upon education and experience.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities · Demonstrate willingness and ability to work effectively with colleagues to support the mission of the institution and related academic units. · Be responsible for a maximum of 30 teaching load credits per academic year, 6 of which will be for advisement, research, committee work, etc. · Be willing to teach at times and places necessary to meet student needs. · Be willing to adopt innovative teaching methods and delivery as appropriate. · Possess the knowledge, talents and skills in the discipline to promote effective teaching. · Demonstrate respect for the diverse learning needs of students. · Demonstrate the ability to develop and implement curriculum objectives and content for courses offered and taught in one’s curriculum area. · Demand and maintain high standards and expectations for all students. · Implement teaching activities and a diversity of teaching techniques, procedures, and resources including application of technology. · Develop and implement evaluation and assessment techniques that are appropriate for each course. · Use multiple measures to assess student learning on a regular basis and provide frequent feedback to students relative to their performance. · Be available and knowledgeable and demonstrate proficiency in the practice of academic advisement of students. · Conduct appropriate research and scholarly/creative activity within the discipline. · Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development and growth by being suitably active in professional and community service. · Exhibit motivation and initiative in keeping up-to-date and current in one’s curriculum area by reading/reviewing current scholarly or creative works in their field and by attending conferences, seminars, workshops, courses, and development activities sponsored by the University. · Serve effectively on committees and other appropriate functions that assist in University governance. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities · Demonstrate teamwork and collaborative skills. · Demonstrate innovation in teaching. · Demonstrate knowledge of teaching assessment and evaluation. · Demonstrate commitment to ongoing scholarly development. · Demonstrate effective communication skills. Required Minimum Qualifications · Baccalaureate degree in nursing (CCNE) Graduate degree in nursing or other healthcare graduate degree · Baccalaureate teaching experience preferred

· have clinical experience; minimum 3 years of practice experience

· Doctoral degree in nursing required by tenure.

· Candidate must be eligible for unencumbered RN licensure in Tennessee.

· A background search will be required of the successful candidate.