Nursing Faculty, BSN (San Diego)

National University•San Diego, CA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Nursing in the School of Health Professions at National University invites applications for the position of Nursing Faculty. This position is a full-time faculty position with a reduced teaching/scholarship/service load. This position works closely with other faculty and program leadership, including the Course Specialist, Academic Program Director, and Campus Assistant Program Director. Nursing Faculty contribute to programmatic strategies, curriculum design, and operations of the Department of Nursing to ensure program quality, as well as student engagement and success. Nursing Faculty provide intellectual leadership toward achievement of the highest possible level of excellence in nursing education and professional skill development. The successful candidate will have demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching. Nursing faculty primarily teach theory courses with the possibility of clinical rotations within their approved specialization by engaging students, offering excellent feedback, and inspiring students to achieve course and program outcomes relevant to nursing education. This position is onsite in San Diego.

Requirements

Unencumbered registered nursing license in the State of California.
Master’s degree in nursing.
A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in direct patient care.
At least 1 year of direct patient care experience in the last 5 years.
A minimum of 1 year of teaching experience in pre- or post-licensure nursing programs.
Background check required.
Travel is required at least once annually to attend NU’s Commencement ceremony (if held onsite) as well as to clinical sites as required by the Campus Assistant Program Director.

Nice To Haves

Specialization in nursing education.
Doctorate degree.
CNE (Certified Nurse Educator) from National League for Nursing (NLN).
Certification within nursing specialty.
Knowledge of Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) standards.
Knowledge of Competency Based Curriculum and AACN 2021 Essentials.
Online higher education experience.
Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining courses.

Responsibilities

Teach courses as assigned by the Campus Assistant Program Director.
Primarily focus on teaching theory in the classroom, with the possibility of clinical rotations.
Leverage adaptive and advanced technology-based educational approaches to student engagement and learning outcomes.
Maintain the rigor, high standards and consistency of courses that attract, retain, and prepare a diverse body of students to meet workforce demands.
Ensure course and program practices are aligned with compliance and accreditation.
Establish personal and authentic presence while sharing experience, skills, and knowledge with students.
Provide timely, substantive communication and feedback utilizing technology tools.
Adhere to National University’s academic integrity policy.
Adhere to all policies of National University and the School of Health Professions.
Engage in scholarly activities to maintain professional growth and meet accreditation expectations.
Participate in program and department meetings.
Serve on committees when required in the department or school.
Participate in professional development as required for accreditation and license renewal.
Participate in Professional groups to stay abreast of new trends and innovations.