Visiting Assistant Professor of Instruction, Nursing

University of Akron • Akron, OH

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About The Position

The University of Akron School of Nursing is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor of Instruction for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure-track position. The role primarily involves teaching in the undergraduate nursing program, including didactic and LRC courses, simulation, and skills-lab instruction. The teaching focus is Foundational Medical-Surgical Nursing. The position does not require the completion of research.

The faculty member will evaluate student performance, assist with managing clinical placements and expanding clinical sites, serve on assigned school, college, and university-wide committees, and pursue professional growth through scholarly activity, university and community service, and other activities appropriate to faculty rank and status. The role also supports University, College, and School of Nursing goals to ensure compliance with accreditation and/or licensure requirements.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in nursing from a nationally or regionally accredited institution.
• Unrestricted registered nurse licensure in Ohio or a current multi-state license.
• At least two years of experience working as a Registered Nurse.
• Current medical-surgical clinical competency, knowledge, and skills.
• Two years of teaching experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• Interpersonal, communication, and organizational proficiency—including verbal, written, and electronic skills—to interact effectively with students, faculty, professional staff, administration, clinical affiliates, and the community.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate degree (PhD, DNP, or DNE).
• Knowledge of and skill in using computer software and educational platforms, including Brightspace, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Recent clinical nursing experience or teaching experience.
• Skills in goal setting and team building.
• Analytical and organizational skills to plan, implement, and evaluate course and program activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate nursing courses, including didactic and LRC courses, and provide instruction in the simulation and skills lab, with a focus on Foundational Medical-Surgical Nursing.
• Evaluate student performance.
• Assist in managing clinical placements, including expanding clinical sites.
• Serve on school, college, and university-wide committees as assigned.
• Maintain a program of personal and professional growth through scholarly activity, university and community service, and other activities commensurate with faculty rank and status.
• Support University, College, and School of Nursing goals to ensure compliance with accreditation and/or licensure requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level