Core Faculty - Full-time Nursing (FNP)

About the Role

The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) seeks a dynamic, innovative faculty member for a full-time Core Faculty position in the nursing programs. Responsibilities include teaching in the Master of Science in Nursing program, Family Nurse Practice role specialty courses, Psych Mental Health specialty courses, and the Doctor of Nurse Practice program.

Responsibilities

• Teaching:
  • Effectively and proficiently use online technology and resources, providing informed feedback and critique in a thoughtful, well-written, and timely manner.
  • Optimize the online environment to be conducive to student learning by developing creative, challenging, and evidence-based learning opportunities.
  • Use learning assessment information to improve teaching and curriculum; participate in quality improvement initiatives to meet program and institutional goals.
  • Adhere to all USAHS faculty expectations, which are clearly set forth at the start of employment.
  • Uphold the expectations of master's/doctoral level work with respect to program and course learning outcomes.
  • Participate in a culture of assessment of academic integrity, effectiveness, and doctoral quality teaching and learning.
  • Teach three to four assigned courses/sections per trimester in accordance with faculty expectations and as outlined in the USAHS employee handbook.
  • Effectively supervise scholarly projects and practicum experiences.
  • Participate in residency experiences as assigned (may require travel).
• Scholarship:
  • Establish and implement an approved scholarship plan/faculty development plan as required by accreditation and university standards.
  • Stay current with clinical practice and evidence that support content area expertise, professional growth, and professional certification and licensure requirements.
  • Disseminate scholarly work consistent with University policies and accreditation expectations.
  • Demonstrate commitment to scholarly advancement through research, written artifacts, scholarly inquiry, and presentations at state, national, and international professional events (minimum one per year).
• Service:
  • Serve on programmatic and university committees as assigned.
  • Actively participate in professional association(s).
  • Serve as university liaison in community and/or professional activities.
  • Use release time that enhances the program (e.g., clinical practice, consultation, advanced degree attainment, research, service) as approved by the program director.
  • Participate in university governance, curriculum planning, and functions to support development and growth of the institution.
  • Participate in a minimum of two to three committees (depending on requirements) and attend all university functions as assigned.
• Administration:
  • Perform course coordinator and lead instructor roles as assigned; work collaboratively with members of the team.
  • Advise students on academic, professional, and/or personal issues while providing referrals when appropriate.
  • Provide other administrative duties as assigned.
  • Complete annual self-evaluation of faculty performance and set goals for the next year in collaboration with the program director; actively engage in faculty development opportunities to meet performance goals.
• Professionalism:
  • Promote professionalism by modeling and encouraging such behaviors inside and outside the classroom setting.
  • Support and exemplify the University’s core values.
  • Actively engage in interprofessional collaboration activities.
  • Uphold and enforce student and faculty handbook policies and University policies/procedures.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director.

Business Competencies

• Committed to Mission and Values – Has a clear understanding of the institution’s mission and values; passionate about facilitating learning and enabling students to navigate their own learning journey.
• Contribute Knowledge to the Discipline – Compelled by the opportunity to contribute through research, scholarship, professional practice, or creativity.
• Accountable – Takes personal responsibility for own goals and outcomes to ensure student success; establishes clear expectations and follows through on commitments.
• Collaborative – Works cooperatively with others across the institution and beyond, including the community and through partnerships.
• Communicates Effectively – Adapts oral and written communication approach and style to the audience and based on the message; listens attentively to others.
• Drives Engagement – Makes students feel welcome, understood, and valued; creates a learning environment that is compelling, challenging, and productive.
• Academic Discipline Expertise – Has sufficient credentials, industry expertise, and/or experience in the discipline to teach according to the standards and qualifications required.
• Education Design – Designs learning experiences closely linked to learning outcomes, including lesson planning, design of projects, work-integrated, group learning experiences, or interactive learning objects.
• Teaching Delivery/Learning Facilitation Skills – Manages small, large, blended, hybrid, and/or online classrooms; monitors and ensures participation, managing time effectively.

Additional Competencies

• Utilizes an engaged, proactive, and responsive style in communicating with students and colleagues as well as in research and university service.
• Demonstrates the ability to encourage critical thinking and help students see multiple viewpoints.
• Responds in a constructive, detailed, and timely manner; provides open-minded and receptive responses to student inquiry.
• Sets expectations with students about assignments and evaluates work products against stated expectations.
• Assesses students' critical thinking skills and writing skills in addition to content mastery.
• Utilizes clarity and specificity about how students' scholarly work will be evaluated.
• Informs students of their academic progress in meeting course expectations by regularly providing grades and feedback.
• Provides timely and substantive feedback in the gradebook and other appropriate places; grades assignments consistently using rubrics.
• Adheres to the highest ethical standards and scholarly codes in practicing academic freedom.
• Respects the privacy of students and protects the intellectual property of others that might be infringed upon through copyright violation or plagiarism.
• Effectively directs instruction and mentoring roles toward preparing students as agents of social change.
• Integrates various forms of scholarship into professional activities enabling creation of new knowledge through research, interpretation of knowledge across disciplines, and progress toward solution of problems within the profession and across society.
• Maintains an interprofessional focus, demonstrating respect and collaboration for all members of the healthcare team.
• Considers cultural and ethical aspects of teaching, learning, and administrative duties.
• Supports a healthy organization by developing trust, mutual respect, and honesty during all interactions.
• Exhibits excellent organization and time management skills.
• Follows through on commitments and is accountable for actions and outcomes.
• Maintains a working knowledge of educational theory and methodology.
• Establishes and maintains computer literacy including all features of Microsoft Office.

Requirements

• A terminal degree in nursing (PhD or DNP).
• Active and unencumbered RN license in home state and eligible for licensure in all 50 states.
• Current national certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
• APRN license in home state as well as states where students live, if required.
• A significant record of intellectual and professional contributions to the field of nursing, including experience in the practice of education and nursing.
• Teaching experience is required; teaching at the doctoral level of the program is preferred.
• Rank is determined at point of hire based on years of teaching experience, publications, scholarship, and committee work.
• Experience in teaching advanced practice nursing, especially in PMHNP role, is required if assigned to PMHNP coursework.
• Experience with distance learning preferred.

Licensing / Certification

Faculty members must be appropriately credentialed, possess an earned degree from an accredited institution, and be licensed as a Registered Nurse and/or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (if applicable). Faculty members must maintain their license(s) and any appropriate certifications to continue teaching at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Additional state licenses may be required.

Travel

Some travel may be required for residencies, faculty meetings, or immersions.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment but may involve exposure to moderate noise levels. Work involves operation of personal computer equipment for six to eight hours daily and includes physical demands associated with a traditional office setting, e.g., walking, standing, communicating, and other physical functions as necessary.

Pay

• Affiliated/Instructor rank: $59,758 - $100,394
• Assistant Professor rank: $68,722 – $115,400
• Associate Professor rank: $79,030 - $132,710
• Professor rank: $88,923 - $152,617