Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner. - Faculty

About the Role

Faculty members educate Walden University students by effectively and proficiently using online technology and resources so that knowledge, information, feedback, and critique are imparted to and shared with students in thoughtful, carefully formulated, well written, and timely communications. Faculty are required to grade assignments, participate in discussions, respond to student emails, and use technology designed to enhance the learning experience for students. This is accomplished in an environment that is respectful of the student, the faculty member, Walden University, and the discipline in which the faculty member is involved.

Training

All new faculty members receive specific training from Walden University in the techniques of online teaching; use of an electronic learning platform; specifics of the policies, procedures, and degree programs of the School or College in which they are going to teach; socialization into the Walden University culture; assessment of academic integrity of student work; and research supervision of theses and dissertations. Teaching and mentorship assignments are contingent upon successful completion of required training.

During the first term of teaching, faculty members may be assigned a faculty peer mentor (senior colleague) as an extension of their new instructor training. Peer mentors will continue to support instruction and provide peer reviews of the classroom on a regular basis.

Course/Teaching Availability

Faculty members are assigned courses, which are taught using Canvas, and are responsible for interacting with students within Canvas. Discussion Boards for classrooms are open 24 hrs/day, 7 days/wk. Faculty members are expected to be in the classroom a minimum of 4 days/wk and responses to student questions must be posted within 48 hrs. The university suggests regular and predictable availability, such as online office hours or regular online chats; office hours may be required based on program or college policy.

Responsibilities

• Perform essential duties satisfactorily, including grading assignments, participating in discussions, and responding to student emails.
• Maintain appropriate licensure and certifications to continue teaching at Walden University.
• Stay current with research by reviewing articles, journals, and presentations.
• Publish and acknowledge Walden University if participating in research.
• Obtain and maintain RN and APRN licensure in the state of Minnesota; provide evidence of current Advanced Practice certification prior to hire.
• Participate in university events and residencies, including required travel for core faculty.

Requirements

• Earned Doctorate (DNP or PhD) preferred.
• A record of professional scholarly contributions to their field of specialization.
• A minimum of one year’s experience teaching in higher education.
• Current clinical experience in NP practice.
• A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) in primary care preferred.
• Teaching experience, preferably online teaching experience.
• Commitment to advocating for the learning and development needs of students in a distance learning environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication, leadership, team, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner.
• Multi-state compact RN license, as well as active RN and APRN licensure in Arizona, Washington, Nevada, Alaska, and Oklahoma, is preferred but not required.

Technology Requirements

• Personal computer with virus protection and Internet access.
• Walden University-provided email account and access to the learning platform.
• Software Requirements: Current Web browser (Internet Explorer ver. 9.0 or higher or Firefox ver. 19 or higher), Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Reader, Adobe Flash Player, Apple QuickTime, Windows Media Player, antivirus software (e.g., McAfee or Norton) installed, running, and kept current.

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 6–8 hours daily and includes physical demands associated with a traditional office setting (e.g., walking, standing, communicating, and other physical functions as necessary).

Pay

• Graduate Course Instruction: $1,560 - $4,080 per Quarter or Semester, depending on type of course taught and length of course.
• Undergraduate Course Instruction: $700 - $2,200 per quarter, depending on type of course taught and length of course.

Actual pay may be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as type of course taught; experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility.

Walden also offers other opportunities for its contributing faculty members, such as dissertation/doctoral study committee chair positions, research reviewing, and dissertation and doctoral study mentoring.