What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Faculty - Medical-Surgical (FT) position at Mount Aloysius College?
Mount Aloysius College, repeatedly recognized by ModernThink as a “Great College to Work For,” seeks highly qualified nurse educators with medical-surgical nursing experience to join our team of nursing faculty beginning August 2026/Fall 2026.
About Mount Aloysius College
Mount Aloysius College ( www.mtaloy.edu ) is a private, comprehensive Catholic college located in Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands, serving a diverse community of learners. The College has a long history of responding to community needs through relevant academic programs and community service. Mount Aloysius is located on a 193-acre campus in Cresson, PA, Cambria County. Founded in 1853 by the Dublin, Ireland-based Religious Sisters of Mercy, Mount Aloysius is one of 17 such institutions in the United States and is a member of the Conference for Mercy Higher Education (CMHE). The College provides small class sizes, and students benefit from a highly engaged faculty and staff.
About
The School of Nursing and Health Sciences offers a real-world experience for nursing students on site at Mount Aloysius College. Our facilities include a four-room simulation nursing unit, interactive manikins and realistic hospital systems (including a state-of-the-art anatomage table). Built-in observation units, modern study and lounge areas create inviting study spaces for students and support a personalized learning experience for each student. Additionally, we are thrilled to offer an unprecedented opportunity for future nurses through the Future Heroes Nursing Scholarship, in partnership with UPMC Altoona, Bedford & Somerset. To learn more about our nursing program and the Future Heroes Nursing Scholarship, please follow the links below:
Nursing Program Overview - Mount Aloysius College
Future Heroes Nursing Scholarship Initiative in affiliation with UPMC - Mount Aloysius College
Current Opening
The open faculty position offers a regular, full-time, 9-month appointment with primary teaching obligations during the core academic year from August – May. The successful candidate is responsible for a workload of 24 credit hours or equivalent per academic year; will teach undergraduate theory and clinical courses, typically in fundamentals, adult health, geriatric, and medical/surgical topics; and develop curricula while also assessing learning outcomes.
The College Administration plans for a robust, in-person experience for students. To support this goal, faculty are expected to have a regular presence on campus to engage with students both inside and outside the classroom and to participate in meetings/committee work, advising, college events and other activities.
Mount Aloysius College offers a generous benefits package for full-time employees including but not limited to: medical/health, dental, vision, and life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; Retirement plan match; tuition remission; and an employee assistance program, among others.
Qualifications
Master's degree in nursing (MSN) required. Doctorate preferred (PhD, DNP, EdD) earned or in final semester/ABD with pending graduation date. Prior classroom and clinical teaching experience at the collegiate level strongly preferred. Valid, unencumbered license as a registered nurse or advanced practice nurse in Pennsylvania required. Minimum 3-4 years medical-surgical nursing experience and a demonstrated ability to perform at a high level is required.
This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time; all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of their application.
Commitment to Diversity
Mount Aloysius is committed to building an inclusive community that values each person and respects diversity of all kinds – diversity of thought, experience, culture, ethnicity, religion, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, etc. to create a workplace where everyone participates and is able to contribute their own unique gifts, talents and perspectives.
Application Instructions
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All applicants should submit a resume with accompanying cover letter via the Mount Aloysius College website at http://www.mtaloy.edu/employment-opportunities/.
Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (814) 886-6519.
Mount Aloysius College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Mount Aloysius College
Mount Aloysius College ( www.mtaloy.edu ) is a private, comprehensive Catholic college located in Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands, serving a diverse community of learners. The College has a long history of responding to community needs through relevant academic programs and community service. Mount Aloysius is located on a 193-acre campus in Cresson, PA, Cambria County. Founded in 1853 by the Dublin, Ireland-based Religious Sisters of Mercy, Mount Aloysius is one of 17 such institutions in the United States and is a member of the Conference for Mercy Higher Education (CMHE). The College provides small class sizes, and students benefit from a highly engaged faculty and staff.
About
The School of Nursing and Health Sciences offers a real-world experience for nursing students on site at Mount Aloysius College. Our facilities include a four-room simulation nursing unit, interactive manikins and realistic hospital systems (including a state-of-the-art anatomage table). Built-in observation units, modern study and lounge areas create inviting study spaces for students and support a personalized learning experience for each student. Additionally, we are thrilled to offer an unprecedented opportunity for future nurses through the Future Heroes Nursing Scholarship, in partnership with UPMC Altoona, Bedford & Somerset. To learn more about our nursing program and the Future Heroes Nursing Scholarship, please follow the links below:
Nursing Program Overview - Mount Aloysius College
Future Heroes Nursing Scholarship Initiative in affiliation with UPMC - Mount Aloysius College
Current Opening
The open faculty position offers a regular, full-time, 9-month appointment with primary teaching obligations during the core academic year from August – May. The successful candidate is responsible for a workload of 24 credit hours or equivalent per academic year; will teach undergraduate theory and clinical courses, typically in fundamentals, adult health, geriatric, and medical/surgical topics; and develop curricula while also assessing learning outcomes.
The College Administration plans for a robust, in-person experience for students. To support this goal, faculty are expected to have a regular presence on campus to engage with students both inside and outside the classroom and to participate in meetings/committee work, advising, college events and other activities.
Mount Aloysius College offers a generous benefits package for full-time employees including but not limited to: medical/health, dental, vision, and life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; Retirement plan match; tuition remission; and an employee assistance program, among others.
Qualifications
Master's degree in nursing (MSN) required. Doctorate preferred (PhD, DNP, EdD) earned or in final semester/ABD with pending graduation date. Prior classroom and clinical teaching experience at the collegiate level strongly preferred. Valid, unencumbered license as a registered nurse or advanced practice nurse in Pennsylvania required. Minimum 3-4 years medical-surgical nursing experience and a demonstrated ability to perform at a high level is required.
This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time; all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of their application.
Commitment to Diversity
Mount Aloysius is committed to building an inclusive community that values each person and respects diversity of all kinds – diversity of thought, experience, culture, ethnicity, religion, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, etc. to create a workplace where everyone participates and is able to contribute their own unique gifts, talents and perspectives.
Application Instructions
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All applicants should submit a resume with accompanying cover letter via the Mount Aloysius College website at http://www.mtaloy.edu/employment-opportunities/.
Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (814) 886-6519.
Mount Aloysius College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.