Graduate Nursing (Assistant/Associate Professor)

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Winona, MN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Winona State University seeks a Graduate Nursing Assistant/Associate Professor to teach in an innovative, evidence-based graduate nursing program, primarily in the Direct Entry Master’s Program. Teaching assignments may include graduate nursing core, clinical, role, or interprofessional courses, as well as instruction in varied locations, at varied times, and through varied media according to department and university needs. The faculty member will collaborate with stakeholders to design, implement, facilitate, and evaluate evidence-based simulation experiences, including prebriefing and debriefing, that support clinical judgment, patient safety, professional role development, teamwork, communication, and competency attainment across graduate nursing programs. The position may include coordinating the Direct Entry Master’s Program, with responsibilities such as admission and progression review, cohort and clinical scheduling, clinical site and preceptor coordination, and preparation of regulatory and accreditation reports. The successful candidate must be willing to serve as Program Coordinator; duties and any reassigned time will be assigned in accordance with the IFO Master Agreement. The role includes contributing to student learning and development through advising and service on Master’s scholarly inquiry or Doctor of Nursing Practice Project committees; collaborating with healthcare and community affiliates; supporting accreditation, program development, assessment, evaluation, and curriculum design and delivery; and engaging in scholarly research or creative achievement. The faculty member will support inclusive, culturally intelligent, equitable, and globally engaged learning through professional relationships, maintain continuing preparation in the field, and support the university’s mission. Appointment is probationary/tenure-track, with a desired start date of January 4, 2027. The position is based in Rochester, Minnesota, and is not eligible for telework.

Requirements

Licensed as a registered nurse with current registration, or eligible for licensure, in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Earned graduate degree with a major in nursing (master’s or doctorate).
Earned doctorate in nursing or a related field before the first duty day.
Satisfactory background study clearance as required by Minnesota statutes.
Evidence of experience in the area of role preparation.
Evidence of effective verbal, nonverbal, and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Evidence of formal or informal teaching in an academic, practice, or community setting.
Health care provider CPR certification.
Documentation of current immunizations, including influenza, and other verifications required by the department or clinical agencies.
Ability to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the employment start date; the university is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship.
Submit a complete online application including a cover letter addressing the qualifications, current curriculum vitae or résumé, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and professional references with contact information.

Nice To Haves

Ability to integrate technology to enhance learning and teaching.
Demonstrated commitment to quality teaching.
Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
Maintain national certification and licensure as an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) in Minnesota, if applicable.
Experience implementing and evaluating innovative, evidence-informed clinical practices.
Evidence of effective teaching skills in clinical and classroom settings.
Experience teaching with simulation modalities.
Proficiency in designing and delivering teaching technologies, such as web-based learning platforms, synchronous internet meeting programs, email, database management, data storage, and distance learning.
Ability to communicate effectively and engage well with diverse students, faculty, administrators, and community partners.
Teaching experience in prelicensure nursing content, including nursing fundamentals, health assessment, pathophysiology, pharmacology, adult medical-surgical nursing, maternal-newborn and pediatric nursing, mental health nursing, and population health, across classroom, skills laboratory, simulation, and clinical settings.
Recent direct patient care experience sufficient to supervise prelicensure clinical learning in acute care or community-based settings.
Experience with NCLEX-RN preparation and prelicensure program outcomes, including the Next Generation NCLEX clinical judgment measurement model, standardized testing and remediation, and first-time pass rate improvement.
Teaching experience in graduate nursing core content such as evidence-based practice, informatics, or role development.
Ability to work and collaborate effectively as a team member.
Experience advising and supervising graduate-level students.
Evidence of clinical scholarship, research, or creative achievement.

Responsibilities

Teach primarily in the Direct Entry Master’s Program, including graduate nursing core, clinical, role, or interprofessional courses according to department needs.
Collaborate with stakeholders to design, implement, facilitate, and evaluate evidence-based simulation experiences, including prebriefing and debriefing.
Coordinate the Direct Entry Master’s Program if assigned, including admission and progression review, cohort and clinical scheduling, clinical site and preceptor coordination, and preparation of reports for the Minnesota Board of Nursing, Higher Learning Commission, and Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Maintain required immunizations, background study clearance, and other department, college, and clinical agency requirements.
Continue preparation and study in the field and embrace new educational and patient technologies to enhance teaching.
Contribute to student learning and development, including advising and serving on Master’s scholarly inquiry or Doctor of Nursing Practice Project committees.
Work with healthcare industry and community affiliates on graduate nursing education, research, and practice issues.
Assist with Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education accreditation, program development and growth, program assessment and evaluation, and curriculum design and delivery.
Collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals and community partners.
Foster cultural intelligence, inclusive excellence, equity, and global involvement through authentic professional relationships.
Engage in scholarly research or creative achievement to enhance knowledge in the field.
Provide service to the program, department, college, university, and greater community.
Support Winona State University’s mission to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural, and economic vitality of the people and communities it serves.

Benefits

Low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a rollover option.
Confidential Employee Assistance Program for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.
12 paid holidays.
Generous vacation and sick time.
Six weeks of paid parental leave.
Pension plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and investment options.
Professional development opportunities.
Tuition waivers for employees and their dependents.