Nursing, Faculty

Job Description Summary

This position provides opportunity to teach theory, lab, and clinical and to be actively engaged in ongoing nursing program development. We are currently seeking an innovative, collaborative, teacher-scholar to join the University as a full-time faculty. This position reports to the Undergraduate Chair-Nursing. In addition to teaching, emphasis is on program planning, curriculum development and evaluation, clinical agency liaison/relationship building, advising, and marketing. Workload is 15 credit hours per semester for faculty teaching lab/clinical only or a combination of theory/lab/clinical. Workload is based on student contact hours with one credit of lab or clinical equating to three hours of class. Faculty must comply with Board of Nursing requirements pertaining to course hours and individual qualifications, and experience as well as policies in the Faculty Handbook.

This is a nine-month position based at the Saint Leo University campus in Saint Leo, Florida. Appointment may be made at the instructor, assistant, or associate professor level, tenure track.

Job Description

Duties and Tasks:

 

• Teach nursing courses in theory, lab, and clinical settings

• Support curriculum and program development, evaluation, and revision

• Teach traditional and non-traditional age students

• Teach on-ground, online, and hybrid modalities

• Maintain currency in nursing practice through research, certifications, and/or professional development

• Advise students

• Support program recruiting and retention efforts

• Support Departmental and College of Health Professions initiatives

• Serve on program and university committees

• Establish relationships with clinical and community agencies and facilitate clinical placements

• Participate in scholarship and service activities

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chairperson and/or Dean

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

 

            Knowledge:

 

• A Doctorate in nursing or a closely related field and a Master of Science in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution is preferred; a minimum of a Master of Science in Nursing is required

• An unencumbered, current Registered Nurse license and ability to obtain licensure in Florida is required

• Experience and credentials to teach nursing courses per accreditation guidelines

• Experience in nursing education, curriculum development, and accreditation preferred

• A minimum of three or more years of nursing practice experience with expertise in long term care, acute care, critical care, community settings, obstetrics, pediatrics, and/or mental health.

Skills:

 

• Demonstrated success with active learning strategies

• Experience with application of technology in teaching, including use of a learning management system

• Utilization of discipline-related technology, including nursing simulation software and equipment desired

• Demonstrated effectiveness in working collaboratively

 

Abilities:

 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Effective interactions with a diverse student and colleague community

• Willingness to take initiative and thrive in a dynamic environment

Why Work at Saint Leo?

What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world.  Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

• FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
• Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Wellness Center

*Eligibility based on meeting required service period

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