The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 90 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, including its satellite locations in Overland Park and Lansing Correctional Facility, as well as online.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for teaching a broad range of Graduate Advanced Practice Nursing courses in the Family Nurse Practitioner Program in both classroom and Laboratory settings. Will work with a diverse student population and work cooperatively with divisional and university faculty. Application materials for adjunct positions are accepted on an on-going basis. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare and teach a broad range of Graduate Advanced Practice Nursing courses in the Family Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Evaluate and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and teaching methods as required in the maintenance of high-quality and relevant programs of study in Advanced Practice nursing.
• Assist in the preparation of semester schedules, selections of textbooks/digital media, and program planning.
• Assist with program accreditation activities.
• Hold regularly scheduled office hours to advise and mentor students.
• Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities as appropriate.
• Compile and administer examinations to assess student learning and progress.
• Maintain records as required for student attendance, advising, mentoring and grading.
• Participate in campus and community events.
• Advise and/or work with student organizations as needed.
• Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• MSN required, PhD or DNP preferred.
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice as an advanced practice nurse in Kansas.
• Board Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
• Previous Clinical and teaching background with progressive experience in teaching in a university graduate nursing program preferred.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact and effectively work and teach in a diverse environment.
• Must successfully clear required background and drug screen as appropriate.
• Affinity with the overall values and mission of the University of Saint Mary and Division of Nursing.
• Active involvement as an APRN-FNP with an understanding of key issues affecting this role.
• Ability to set, communicate, and complete established priorities. Knowledge and experience with CCNE and NONPF accreditation.
• Understanding and experience with curriculum content, design, and assessment/evaluation.
• Ability to work well at all levels in a complex and diverse environment, fostering a spirit of collaboration with colleagues, staff, administrators and students.

TO APPLY:
 Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references. 

Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.