Assistant Professor Mental Health

About the Role

In accordance with the Mission, Core Values, and Vision, the Associate Professor functions within the mission and strategic plan of Mount Carmel College of Nursing. The primary function of this position is the instruction of Mount Carmel College of Nursing students and all related activities. Teaching excellence is defined as instruction that fosters a positive teacher-student relationship, intellectually challenges the student, and demonstrates skillful techniques in the classroom, including the use of educational technology.

Responsibilities

• Maintains academic records regarding the progress of students.
• Advises students in academic matters.
• Exhibits Mount Carmel Service Excellence Behavior Standards, holding self and others accountable and role modeling excellence.
• Meets population-specific and all other competencies according to department requirements.
• Promotes a Culture of Safety by adhering to policies, procedures, and plans to prevent workplace injury, violence, or adverse outcomes.
• Creates a caring and healing environment that keeps the patient and family at the center of care.
• Functions in accordance with Ohio Board of Nursing regulations for nursing faculty.
• Assumes responsibility for institutional diversity and cultural competence.
• Supervises, evaluates, and advises students in classroom, laboratory, and clinical experiences.
• Maintains student records and facilitates a learning environment that encourages critical thinking and self-direction.
• Maintains communication with Clinical Instructors/Preceptors regarding course curriculum and student evaluation.
• Develops, assesses, and revises program curriculum in collaboration with faculty and academic leadership.
• Participates in professional activities, programs, and organizations.
• Maintains records according to college policies, ensuring adherence to FERPA and confidentiality standards.
• Participates in scholarly activities, peer review, and College and Faculty Assembly meetings.
• Attends required College functions and mentors new faculty.

Qualifications

• Education: Master's Level in Nursing or NP in Mental Health.
• Completion of an approved registered nursing education program as defined in the Ohio Administrative Code.
• License/Certification: Current active, applicable, and unrestricted RN license in Ohio and CPR certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain compact licensure, if required.
• Experience: At least two years in the practice of relevant field (e.g., nursing).
• Effective communication skills.
• Documented excellence in teaching.
• Evidence of scholarly achievement.
• Active participation in professional and community organizations.

Skills

• Teaching excellence and instructional techniques.
• Academic advising and student record maintenance.
• Curriculum development and assessment.
• Scholarly activities and professional engagement.

Employment Type: Full-time