What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-time Faculty in Nursing position at American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)?
Description
Position Summary: The Department of Nursing in the School of Science, Engineering & Healthat Messiah University invites applications for a faculty position in Nursing beginning August 1, 2027.
Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities may include teaching undergraduate nursing courses in medical-surgical nursing, pathophysiology, health assessment, foundations, pharmacology, and/or pediatrics. Other specialty areas may also be considered. Oversight of students in the clinical setting and simulation lab will be included.
Qualifications: Must have a graduate degree in nursing. Minimum of Master of Science degree in nursing with appropriate clinical practice certifications; doctoral degree in nursing preferred (PhD or DNP) or current enrollment in doctoral study. Graduate preparation in Nursing Education is preferred, with didactic and clinical teaching experience. Candidate should be committed to excellence in teaching in a Christian liberal arts setting. Must have a current, valid professional nursing license in Pennsylvania, or approved multi-state license.
The Program:The program enjoys a reputation for high-quality classroom and clinical instruction, producing well-prepared graduates who are preferred for hire in local and regional healthcare institutions. The program boasts unique opportunities for study abroad and cross-cultural learning. The BSN and DNP/FNP programs have maintained a 100% FNP board pass rate and a 99.6% five-year average for first-time NCLEX pass rate. Our nursing programs have received multiple top-ranked designations: #1 RN program in Pennsylvania (Registerednursing.org), #1 RN NCLEX rank in USA (Mountain Measurement Report, 2024), Nursing College of Distinction (BSN, 2024-2025), #5 Best Nursing Educator program (Registerednursing.org, 2024), and #5 Best Online Doctorate in Nursing Program (ForbesAdvisor, 2024).
The University: The University is committed to an embracing evangelical spirit rooted in the Anabaptist, Pietist and Wesleyan traditions of the Christian Church. Our mission is to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership and reconciliation in church and society. Messiah University is a teaching institution that emphasizes instruction but values research and public service. Strong support is given to faculty development in teaching and scholarship.
Quicklink for Posting: https://apptrkr.com/9896900
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Posted On 10/26/2026 Job Type Faculty/Instructor
Faculty School/Institution Messiah University Job Location Mechanicsburg, PA
Position Summary: The Department of Nursing in the School of Science, Engineering & Healthat Messiah University invites applications for a faculty position in Nursing beginning August 1, 2027.
Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities may include teaching undergraduate nursing courses in medical-surgical nursing, pathophysiology, health assessment, foundations, pharmacology, and/or pediatrics. Other specialty areas may also be considered. Oversight of students in the clinical setting and simulation lab will be included.
Qualifications: Must have a graduate degree in nursing. Minimum of Master of Science degree in nursing with appropriate clinical practice certifications; doctoral degree in nursing preferred (PhD or DNP) or current enrollment in doctoral study. Graduate preparation in Nursing Education is preferred, with didactic and clinical teaching experience. Candidate should be committed to excellence in teaching in a Christian liberal arts setting. Must have a current, valid professional nursing license in Pennsylvania, or approved multi-state license.
The Program:The program enjoys a reputation for high-quality classroom and clinical instruction, producing well-prepared graduates who are preferred for hire in local and regional healthcare institutions. The program boasts unique opportunities for study abroad and cross-cultural learning. The BSN and DNP/FNP programs have maintained a 100% FNP board pass rate and a 99.6% five-year average for first-time NCLEX pass rate. Our nursing programs have received multiple top-ranked designations: #1 RN program in Pennsylvania (Registerednursing.org), #1 RN NCLEX rank in USA (Mountain Measurement Report, 2024), Nursing College of Distinction (BSN, 2024-2025), #5 Best Nursing Educator program (Registerednursing.org, 2024), and #5 Best Online Doctorate in Nursing Program (ForbesAdvisor, 2024).
The University: The University is committed to an embracing evangelical spirit rooted in the Anabaptist, Pietist and Wesleyan traditions of the Christian Church. Our mission is to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership and reconciliation in church and society. Messiah University is a teaching institution that emphasizes instruction but values research and public service. Strong support is given to faculty development in teaching and scholarship.
Quicklink for Posting: https://apptrkr.com/9896900
je-557855794d5846ef939119864a18bdfe
Posted On 10/26/2026 Job Type Faculty/Instructor
Faculty School/Institution Messiah University Job Location Mechanicsburg, PA