What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor, Nursing; Graduate Program Lead position at Carthage College?
The Faculty of Nursing at Carthage College is responsible for didactic and clinical teaching in the department's nursing programs, maintaining competence in an area of nursing practice, and providing service to the College and the community.
The Wisconsin Board of Nursing granted Carthage the approval to admit students in December of 2014. The Higher Learning Commission granted permission for Carthage to offer the BSN in August, 2015. The Nursing Program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate College Education with renewal in 2033. The program is strong and expanding.
Responsibilities:
- Along with the Director of Nursing and the Associate Dean of the School of Health and the Dean of the School of Health ensures that the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Nurse Educator program aligns with the institution's mission and addresses current healthcare needs and future trends.
- Implements the MSN curriculum, ensuring it meets the standards of professional bodies, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) [see AACN Essentials], and relevant state boards of nursing.
- Drive the initial accreditation process with CCNE from candidacy application through the initial site visit, ensuring full compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards.
- Provide administrative oversight for the program, and overseeing student advisement.
- Teach didactic and/or clinical courses within the MSN program at minimum 50% of workload, demonstrating expertise in the subject matter and innovative teaching practices. Teach in BSN program for 25% of workload.
- Maintain an active program of service that advances the nursing profession.
- Participate in departmental, school, and college committees, representing the program to internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Education: Earned Doctoral Degree (PhD or DNP) in Nursing or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Experience: Significant experience in nursing education, online teaching best practices, and curriculum development. Experience with accreditation is highly desirable.
- Licensure: Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license with eligibility for licensure in the state of Wisconsin
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information of three professional references to •Applicant Pro.
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About Carthage
Located on the shore of Lake Michigan in the thriving Chicago-Milwaukee corridor, Carthage College blends the best liberal arts traditions with desirable degree programs, transformative learning opportunities, and personal attention from dedicated faculty and staff. Our beautiful campus, an 80-acre arboretum with stunning lake views, is home to 2,600 undergraduate students and 200 graduate students. Founded in 1847, Carthage is consistently named a Best Midwestern College by The Princeton Review and a Most Innovative School by U.S. News & World Report. All Carthage employees play a vital part in the success of our students, as we work together to create an environment where all can achieve their true potential. Grow with Carthage.
Carthage College is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse community. We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.
This position requires a background screening