Rockhurst University is seeking a Nursing Assistant Professor. Rockhurst is a welcoming and inclusive private Catholic, Jesuit institution with a strong mission aligned with the core values of nursing. The College of Nursing is in one of two academic schools housed in Saint Luke’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences. The College of Nursing is known for its innovative teaching using a broad range of active learning experiences, close faculty-student interactions, and our strong mission focused on service, advocacy, and leadership. The faculty have established close relationships with many community partners, enabling community-based service learning for students and clinical practice opportunities for students and faculty.  Rockhurst nursing students often receive commendations for excellence in academics, professionalism, commitment to social justice, and leadership. Additional details about the Nursing Program are available on the program's website: https://www.rockhurst.edu/saint-lukes-college

Overall Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare courses/ clinical/ simulation/ lab outline and syllabi in collaboration with course lead and track coordinator, develop content and lesson plans, and engage in the selection of textbook and other teaching aids necessary to the instruction of courses/ clinical/ simulation/ lab.
• Effectively collaborate with academic and interprofessional partners to facilitate student learning in a variety of settings, including classroom, clinical, lad, simulation.
• Conduct course instruction for one or more courses in the curriculum at the higher education level utilizing diverse teaching strategies.
• Teach pertinent course subject matter using lectures, demonstrations, class discussions, and other appropriate modes of educational delivery in the face-to- face, online, and/or hybrid environment.
• Lead and monitor course instruction that promotes educational and learning processes keeping with faculty academic freedom and responsibility.
• Participate in co-curricular activities such as department colloquia as needed.
• Serve as an academic advisor to students, and foster students’ personal and professional development.
• Be available to faculty and students for consultation for questions in your area of expertise.
• Adheres to nursing education accreditation standards, professional standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates with other faculty, and others as indicated, on course implementation.
• Submits student progress reports to program director and Advisor, and discusses any student needs that may require directed attention or remediation plans.
• Adheres to all Saint Luke’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences and Rockhurst policies and procedures as outlined in the faculty handbook, student handbook, and catalog.
• Completes annual requirements as an employee of Rockhurst University.

Qualifications:

• Masters degree in nursing required.
• Terminal degree preferred.
• Evidence of community service
• Evidence of effective college service.
• 2-5 years of nursing experience required.
• 1-2 years prior teaching experience in higher education preferred.
• Must hold current MO RN Licensure.
• Strong organizational, analytical, planning, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of individuals.
• Effective project management skills; detail and deadline oriented.

The application process requires a cover letter with salary requirements and contact information for three references.  Rockhurst cannot accept any application materials (resumes, cover letters, etc.) by email, mail, or walk-in. All applications and application materials must be submitted through our online application system.

Applicants who would enhance the diversity of the University, such as individuals from historically underrepresented groups, are strongly encouraged to apply.
Rockhurst University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Rockhurst University is committed to creating a diverse working environment. The University recruits and employs successful candidates without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and/or disability in employment, educational programs, or activities that it operates.