Baker School of Nursing Faculty - School of Nursing - PT - Day
Position Information
The Baker School of Nursing invites applications for a full-time faculty position. Rank will be determined based on the candidate's academic preparation, teaching experience, clinical expertise, and scholarly accomplishments. Instructor → Assistant Professor → Associate Professor → Professor.
Faculty Mission
Faculty members contribute to the School's mission by providing high-quality classroom and clinical instruction, academic advising, and participation in curriculum development, accreditation processes, and service to the School, University, profession, and community. This position is ideal for candidates who desire to teach in a collaborative academic environment and are committed to excellence in nursing education, professional development, and evidence-based practice.
Qualifications
Education Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing (BSN) Required or Master's Degree of Science in Nursing (MSN) for Instructor or Assistant Professor Required or Doctorate (EdD, DNP or PhD) for Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor Required.
Experience Qualifications: 2 years Clinical experience and either a BSN or MSN required for Instructor. Required or 3 years College teaching or equivalent relevant teaching experience and MSN or higher degree required for Assistant Professor. Required or 5 years Recent full time college teaching or 3 years at the rank of Assistant Professor and a Doctorate degree required for Associate Professor. Required or 10 years Recent full time college teaching or 5 years at the rank of Associate Professor and a Doctorate degree required for Professor.
Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated teaching effectiveness ability.
Demonstrated growth in scholarly activity ability.
Demonstrated leadership in academic and professional and/or community organizations.
Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse - KSBN Unencumbered License Required.
Certified Nurse Educator - NLN - Magnet.
Other specialty certifications may also be accepted.
Preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.
What You Will Do
Teaching & Instruction: Deliver high-quality classroom, lab, and/or clinical instruction. Prepare course materials, develop learning activities, and evaluate student performance. Use evidence-based teaching strategies and technology to promote student learning. Supervise students in clinical and practicum experiences.
Curriculum & Program Contributions: Participate in curriculum planning, implementation, and evaluation. Assist with accreditation processes and documentation as needed. Develop or revise course content based on current best practices.
Advising & Mentorship: Provide academic advising and career guidance to students. Mentor junior faculty (for advanced ranks). Serve as a resource and consultant to colleagues based on expertise.
Scholarship & Professional Development: Engage in scholarly activities appropriate to rank (e.g., presentations, publications, research, evidence-based practice initiatives). Maintain professional certifications and continue personal development in areas of clinical and teaching expertise.
Service: Participate in School of Nursing and University committees. Contribute to professional and community service initiatives. Represent the School in local, regional, or national forums (increasing levels of leadership at higher ranks).
Travel Requirements
5%
Required for All Jobs
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Patient Facing Options
Position is Not Patient Facing.
Remote Work Guidelines
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
Absorb Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.
Physical Demands
Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours.
Carrying: Rarely less than 1 hour.
Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour.
Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour.
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Occasionally 1-3 Hours.
Feeling: Rarely less than 1 hour.
Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours.
Grasping (Gross Hand): Rarely less than 1 hour.
Handling: Rarely less than 1 hour.
Hearing: Frequently 3-5 Hours.
Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour.
Lifting: Rarely less than 1 hour.
Operating Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour.
Pulling: Rarely less than 1 hour.
Pushing: Rarely less than 1 hour.
Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours.
Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours.
Repetitive Motions: Frequently 3-5 Hours.
Sitting: Frequently 3-5 Hours.
Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours.
Talking: Continuously greater than 5 hours.
Walking: Frequently 3-5 Hours.
Working Conditions
Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour.
Needle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hour.
Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Stormont Vail Health adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment. Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.