Faculty - Instructor and Assistant Professor, Practical Nursing
About The Position
Carlow University’s College of Health and Wellness and School of Nursing is seeking a full-time (12-month) nursing faculty member for the Oakland campus located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The full-time, non-tenure-track faculty member will have primary responsibility for the practical nursing certificate program , including teaching, service, and scholarship. Primary teaching responsibilities will focus on the PN program's major courses and will also include serving as a clinical instructor. Expertise in the care of adults and older adults is required. Recent clinical experience is required. Expectations align with the Core Competencies for Nurse Educators, as described in the Scope and Practice for Academic Nurse Educators (NLN, 2020). Candidates should have prior experience in nursing education and leadership and possess clinical expertise and strong skills in nursing practice. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with educational preparation and experience. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
- Valid, current, unrestricted Pennsylvania RN License.
- Master’s degree in nursing required. Doctoral degree preferred.
- Demonstrated expertise in teaching in an academic or clinical setting with nursing students or staff.
- Evidence of clinical expertise in nursing skill development and practice
- Clearances - Upon hire and updated every three years to include ACT 153 Clearances (FBI Fingerprints, Child Abuse, and PA State Police).
- Expertise in the care of adults and older adults is required.
- Recent clinical experience is required.
Nice To Haves
- A deep commitment to effective teaching, curriculum development, interprofessional practice, student engagement, and mentoring.
- A strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness to actively promote diversity in healthcare and the community.
- A commitment to professional academic service within the University, college, and community.
Responsibilities
- Teaching
- Service
- Scholarship
- Serving as a clinical instructor
Benefits
- A culture of integrity, dignity and respect for all
- A strong commitment to social justice
- Ethical forward-thinking leadership
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits package
- Tuition benefits for undergraduate and graduate programs
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Program
- Complimentary use of Carlow’s fitness center and amenities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
