Assistant Professor of Nursing
Utah Tech University
St. George, UT
Job posting number: #7281163
Posted: September 18, 2024
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Position AnnouncementThe Nursing Department, within the College of Health Sciences at Utah Tech University, is seeking applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Nursing. The department, located in the state-of-the-art Taylor Health Sciences building (adjacent to St. George Regional Hospital) offers CNA certification as well as associate, baccalaureate and master’s degrees in Nursing. Information about the department and programs is online at https://health.utahtech.edu/nursing/.
Responsibilities
Teach upper and/or lower division courses of lecture, laboratory, and/or clinical nursing courses as assigned.
Work with the department chair, dean, and other faculty to advance the university's mission, including
Conducting student assessment.
Mentoring adjuncts.
Performing service for the College of Health Sciences and the University.
Develop nursing curriculum/courses with measurable objectives and learning outcomes.
Assist in the development and continued assessment of the nursing program.
Assist in ongoing efforts of all aspects of national accreditation, including self-report, on-site visits, follow-up, and ongoing evaluation.
Assist with student recruitment, advisement, placement, and follow-up efforts.
Improve professionally and maintain currency in the field through scholarly work.
Develop and maintain supportive relationships with community and state organizations.
Fulfill faculty responsibilities, including participating in department events and committee meetings, holding regular office hours, and advising students; may have direct assignments in the CNA, AASN, Prelicensure BSN, RN-BSN and/or MSN programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Terminal degree (e.g. PhD, DNP, DNSc, or EdD) in Nursing or Education required for tenure-track; other research-focused nursing doctorates will also be accepted, as well as applicants currently enrolled in a doctoral program that will have graduation pending by August 2027. A Master's degree in Nursing with enrollment in a doctoral program may be considered for non-tenure-track.
Must hold current Registered Nurse license for the state of Utah or eligibility to gain Utah licensure or by Interstate Compact.
Ability to develop and evaluate innovative curricula.
Knowledge of subject matter, appropriate course content, and current trends and methodologies in education and nursing; evidence of effective teaching in an institution of higher education (finalists will be required to demonstrate competency via a teaching demonstration).
Knowledge of computer-based technology as used in clinical and educational environments, including online learning, mobile devices, and high-fidelity simulation.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to represent well the Nursing Department, the College of Health Sciences, and Utah Tech University.