Assistant/Associate Professor - Graduate Programs in ...

Job Title Assistant/Associate Professor - Graduate Programs in Nursing Practice Position Summary The Graduate Programs in Nursing Practice faculty member is responsible for course development and teaching (including clinical supervision as appropriate) in online Graduate Nursing Practice programs. Responsibilities include assisting the Program Director in developing courses within an innovative curriculum, delivering instruction within scope of expertise, helping to ensure adherence to accreditation and regulatory expectations, developing clinical practicum partnerships, advising students as assigned, and assisting with program evaluation and learning outcomes assessment as appropriate. Applicants must be open to including evidence-based, complementary, and integrative approaches as appropriate in courses taught, and support a culture of self-care for students. Participating in all School, and University-wide operations are also required. All graduate faculty are required to contribute to scholarly and service-related activities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develops, implements, maintains, and evaluates the graduate nursing program curriculum courses as assigned. Prepares learning experiences and delivers instruction for online graduate level nursing courses. Develops clinical practicum partnerships and supervises students in clinical practicum experiences as appropriate and assigned. Advises students at the graduate level as appropriate and as assigned. Participates in faculty practice as a form of scholarship and service. Within twelve months, teach courses in fall, spring, and summer semesters. Adheres to the established class schedule and office hours requirements. Submits contracts, book requests, syllabi, grades, evaluations, and other required paperwork and reports in a timely manner. Participates in grant projects that support innovation in graduate nursing education and practice. Participates in accreditation activities as appropriate. Education, Certifications and/or Licenses Earned doctorate in nursing, board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner, and unencumbered APRN licensein Texas are required. Experience Experience as a faculty member in a nursing higher education program is required. Experience as a faculty member for a graduate nursing program is preferred. Experience in online education and using Canvas as a learning management system is preferred. Experience as a practicing Family Nurse Practitioner is required. On-going certification during employment is required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: * Thorough understanding of Family Nurse Practitioner practice models, national standards, professional issues and their application. * Thorough understanding of the Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and Evidence-Based Practice and Quality Improvement Scholarly Project development, implementation, and evaluation. * Thorough understanding of effective pedagogical approaches. * Basic understanding of online educational approaches. * Familiarity with academic policies and procedures of higher education institutions. * Thorough understanding of the rules, standards, regulations and laws related to student and patient information and records including FERPA and HIPPA. Skill in: * Ability to develop new Graduate Nursing courses with innovative approaches that value relationship-centered and whole-person care. * Ability to develop and work with an inter-professional team to bring concepts of mind-body-spirit connections, relationship-centered patient care, self-care, and practice management to the curriculum. * Ability to model desired professional practice. * Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. * Ability to demonstrate and provide excellent service to both the University and the community. * Ability to work effectively with other University personnel. Posting Detail Information Posting Number 2016AS453P Posting Open Date Open Until Filled Yes Posting Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants

Created: 2026-04-15