Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing (72791)

Position Summary 

Walsh University Byers School of Nursing seeks an innovative Nurse Educator to join the successful and highly respected Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program as a Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor in Medical-Surgical Nursing and/or Critical Care. The candidate must have current clinical experience in one of the above areas. Teaching experience preferred. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Prepares and provides learner-centered instruction of undergraduate nursing students in the junior or senior level nursing courses and other undergraduate nursing courses as assigned. May be face-to-face, online, clinical instruction and/or simulation.
• Academic advising of undergraduate nursing students
• Initiates and maintains professional development that encompasses the discipline of nursing and teaching effectiveness
• Participates in CCNE accreditation and OBN approval processes
• Maintains active participation in scholarly activity and service to the school, university, and community

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. 

All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) 

Must demonstrate an understanding the Walsh University Statement of Faith and a commitment to support the Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Ethical Conduct of Walsh University in accordance with Ex Corde Ecclesiae and the Catholic intellectual tradition. Must also possess the following:

Education: Applicants must hold a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree, doctoral degree (PhD or DNP) or currently enrolled in a doctoral program preferred.

Work Experience: 5 years’ RN experience

Skills and abilities:

• Strong clinical background and proficiency of medical-surgical and/or critical care nursing skills.
• Knowledge of educational processes including curriculum development, assessment and evaluation, and teaching strategies
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Integrity and initiative
• Professional demeanor and ability to interact with charity towards students, staff and faculty.  Positive attitude is a must.

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Standing for extended periods of time, lifting, moving, and manipulating patients and equipment, and quickly responding to emergency situations. 
• Activity managing students in the clinical area will vary with the clinical site as will the type of patient care to be provided. 
• Use hands to operate computer keyboard, telephone, and other basic office equipment 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, and use a phone. 
• Reading, writing, calculating, social interaction, strong organizational skills, reasoning/analysis, and ability to work with minimal supervision, high degree of problem solving and high level of interpersonal skills is required. 
• Some travel, by vehicle, may be required to other locations. Work is routinely performed in a classroom environment. 

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a completed online application and any additional documents requested by the search/interview committee. This may include resume, unofficial transcripts, etc.

Cover Letter

Resume/CV

Official Transcripts (All Higher Ed. Degrees)

Three letters of recommendation

About Walsh University

Walsh University is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and passionate individual who is enthusiastic about contributing to a private, faithfully Catholic institution of higher learning and serving the common good. Walsh University promotes academic excellence, an engaged community, and a commitment to helping students discover their life purpose. Grounded in values of faith, excellence, integrity, service, and community, Walsh University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.