Associate Professor

University of Arkansas System•Monticello, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), a campus of the University of Arkansas System, is seeking an Associate Professor for its Nursing department. UAM is a comprehensive, residential and commuter, undergraduate institution also offering selected master’s degree programs, located in southeastern Arkansas. This is a regular, tenure/tenure track faculty position with a day shift work schedule. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Requirements

Master's degree or higher with a major in nursing and teaching experience.
Current unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse in Arkansas or compact agreement state.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with peers and the SON dean to develop, implement, and evaluate the curriculum.
Participate in theoretical and clinical instruction as assigned by the course coordinator (assist in more than one course/program if the need arises).
Participate in the team teaching approach as assigned by the course coordinator.
Participate in academic advising and counseling.
Maintain security and confidentiality of all records and exams and submit test items to the course coordinator at least two weeks before the test date.
Attend and participate in meetings as scheduled by the course coordinator.
Adhere to course objectives and program outcomes in developing appropriate class content and objectives.
Participate in the faculty, student, and program evaluation process.
Use appropriate current instructional resources to facilitate student progress toward meeting objectives.
Maintain appropriate records regarding student evaluation and progress.
Maintain office hours for student consultation (at least 10 hours per week).
Select appropriate clients for students’ clinical experiences. Utilize the appropriate form for posting assignments.
Assist in the development of standards for the admission, progression, and graduation of nursing students.
Serve as a professional role model for students.
Participate in the activities of the total faculty in ways that benefit the University, the SON, the faculty, and students.
Develop effective working relationships within the SON, the University, and the community.
Participate in professional and community activities to bring education, service, and research findings together for the improvement of health care.
Submit goals and objectives including plans for faculty development, to the SON dean by September 1 of each calendar year. Relate achievement of goals and objectives to annual self- evaluation.
Furnish evidence of TB skin test, Faculty Statement of TB skin Test or chest x-ray annually, CPR certification biannually and an unencumbered Arkansas or compact agreement state RN license on renewal.
Update curriculum vitae by December 1 of each calendar year and submit to SON dean.
Consistently participate in scholarly, professional renewal, and service activities as outlined in this handbook.
Maintain a copy of all prepared lecture materials in an agreed upon electronic or secure place.
Promote the goals, objectives and reputation of the SON within the SON, University, and community.
Participate in continuing education programs to remain professionally updated and proficient.
Promote cohesiveness between faculty and students and with the SON faculty and staff.
Participate in recruitment and retention of students in the SON.