Assistant Professor of Nursing

Qualifications: Required Education and/or Experience: A master's degree with a major in nursing, OR A doctoral degree with a major in nursing, OR A doctoral degree (Ph.D., DNP, or EdD), and a master's in nursing; Applicant must also have a current, unencumbered Arkansas or multi-state RN license from a compact state or the ability to obtain Arkansas licensure prior to the position start date. Preferred Education and/or Experience: Doctoral degree in Nursing or related field; or current enrollment in a doctoral program; Teaching experience and recent experience in nursing practice or nursing education in the area(s) of the program need; CNE Certification.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Teach, advise, mentor, and evaluate students throughout the nursing program; Participate in service to the university, community, and profession; Establish and maintain a program of scholarly activities; Conduct clinical, face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online student learning activities designed to meet student and program learning outcomes; Effective communication with staff, students, peers, agency personnel, and administration; Consistent meeting of established timelines and project completion dates; Contributes to the evaluation and revision of courses (i.e., content, assignments, forms, learning activities, etc.); Development of test items in accordance with the School of Nursing (SON) guidelines (AAS); Evidence of continued role development (i.e., seminars, workshops); Demonstrates knowledge of current nursing practice and contemporary healthcare trends.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to teach and mentor students throughout the nursing program. Teaching may include clinical, face-to-face, online, and/or hybrid formats; Ability to work with a varied population; Computer literacy and experience; Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include evening, nights, or weekends; Ability to travel occasionally, including overnight stays; Ability to drive a motor vehicle and possess a valid driver's license; Ability to maintain scheduled on-campus office days.