What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor of Nursing position at Montana State University Northern?
The Adjunct Instructor of Nursing position is a non-tenure track (NTT), contracted position in the College of Health Sciences at MSU-Northern. This position requires teaching undergraduate nursing in an ACEN accredited Associate of Science (ASN) and online Bachelor of Science Completion Program (RN-BSN). The ASN courses include in classroom and lab lecture, clinical instruction, and lab/simulation instruction. The online RN-BSN Completion program requires nursing instruction through a distance, online format. The position is located and the faculty member works in Havre, MT. We are currently seeking all nursing specialties
Duties and Responsibilities
- Implement and evaluate courses in an Associate of Science (ASN) program
- Establish and maintain relationships with clinical affiliates
- Provide lecture and lab/clinical instruction in area of specialty
- Provide instruction in Simulation Lab
- Academic advising
- Participate in the ongoing development and evaluation of program
- Serve on college committees and involvement in campus activities
- Contribute to the development and evaluation of student admission,
- Demonstrate scholarly activity by continued professional development and
- A Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) from a nationally accredited program, OR
- A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) and willingness to enroll in a
- MSN program and able to complete within 5 years.
- Current, unencumbered Montana Registered Nursing license or Compact state licensure, OR
- Eligibility for RN licensure in Montana.
- A minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a clinical setting.
- Excellent communication skills along with a high level of initiative, critical thinking andclinical judgement skills.
- Teaching experience in an ASN or BSN program
- Experience in distance education including web-based course development
- Experience with Simulation Lab instruction
- Demonstrate potential to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and
- Demonstrate a commitment to supporting the mission of the College
The Successful Candidate Will Special Requirements Physical Demands
Typical office, classroom, and lab environments.
The Program The Department The College This position has supervisory duties? No
Posting Detail Information
Announcement Number
FAC - VA - 2500009P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
August 1, 2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Until an adequate pool is established
No
Special Instructions Summary
In this application, and the required cover letter and list of references, DO NOT include your protected private information such as date of birth, citizenship status or immigration information, social security number, or any other protected information. This does not apply to the Authorization Form for Background Check.
Applicants must upload the following with their application:
Applicants must upload the following with their application:
- A cover letter which addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, your professional and academic career goals, and your interest in the position.
- A resume or curriculum vitae.
- A list of three professional references.
In the online application in the Background Check field, type YES to show you understand this additional requirement.
Complete an Authorization Form for Background Check
https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization_for_Background_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf
Submit your completed and signed form to:
Human Resources
Montana State University-Northern
P.O. Box 7751
Havre, MT 59501-7751
406-265-3568 or 406-265-3789
HR Dept. Fax 406-265-3530
https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization_for_Background_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf
Submit your completed and signed form to:
Human Resources
Montana State University-Northern
P.O. Box 7751
Havre, MT 59501-7751
406-265-3568 or 406-265-3789
HR Dept. Fax 406-265-3530
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://jobs.msun.edu/postings/2551
EEOC Statement
Montana State University-Northern (MSUN) is an equal opportunity employer. MSUN does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSUN provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Director of Human Resources /Title IX
Montana State University-Northern
300 11th Street West
Havre, MT 59501
E-mail: rebecca.farr@msun.edu
Location: 208 Cowan Hall
Tel: (406) 265.3568
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSUN provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Director of Human Resources /Title IX
Montana State University-Northern
300 11th Street West
Havre, MT 59501
E-mail: rebecca.farr@msun.edu
Location: 208 Cowan Hall
Tel: (406) 265.3568