Faculty Position in Nursing

Faculty Position in Nursing

Baton Rouge - Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Under the supervision of the Undergraduate Academic Director of Baton Rouge, and the Associate Chief Nurse Administrator, the Faculty member will provide instruction in one or more nursing courses as it applies to the discipline of nursing. The candidate may have other responsibilities commensurate with rank and experience. The candidate is expected to assist the School of Nursing through contributions in service, professional development/scholarship, and recruitment as facilities and space permit.

Teaching:
As assigned, routinely facilitate theory and clinical learning for students enrolled in the William Carey University Nursing program(s). (Due to WCU multi-campus environment, School of Nursing faculty are required to routinely travel, and are responsible for ensuring personal transportation to/from theory and clinical assignments.) Supervise patient care administered by students including, but not limited to, all medication administration, treatments, and plans of care.

Evaluate/Counsel student performance and progress. Utilize technology to enhance instruction. Maintain theory and clinical competence in assigned area(s) of teaching responsibility. Assist the School of Nursing in implementing the nursing program in accordance with state and national accreditation standards. Perform role in accordance with state and national accreditation requirements, as well as requirements for the role of the Registered Nurse by the states of Louisiana and Mississippi.

Scholarship:
Participate actively and effectively in the department and university, offering good insights, creative suggestions, and constructive criticisms. Adheres to state and national accreditation standards. Participate in required scholarly activities annually.

Service to the University:
Assist the university in implementing the Statement of Purpose. Assist the university in implementing the long-range institutional and financial plans. Participate in required recruitment events. Serve on school of nursing committee(s) and/or university committee(s) as assigned.

Service to the Community:
Participates in discussions/presentations/consultations to civic, professional, or other community groups. Participates at the local level in academic, community, and/or professional organizations. Participates in health-related activities to benefit the public (e.g. health fair, continuing education offerings).

Christian Commitment:
Consistently reflect Christian integrity and values to colleagues and students. Participate in spiritual emphases of events of the university. Support the Christian mission of the university.

Required Qualifications:

• Earned master's degree in Nursing or closely related field from an accredited institution
• Current, unencumbered registered nurse license in Mississippi or Louisiana with no pending legal or State Board of Nursing actions
• Evidence of continuing competence in teaching, scholarship, service, and clinical practice
• Must have practicing privileges at all clinical agencies utilized by WCUSON

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic preparation – Doctorate in Nursing
• Teaching experience – University-level nursing education experience

Physical Demands

• Must possess the physical ability to actively facilitate student learning in the classroom and clinical environment for extended periods of time (up to 12 hours) including having the strength and agility to assist with patient transfers in the clinical setting.
• Must possess the physical ability to function in the role of a registered nurse in the clinical setting. Candidate will need to provide evidence of a current health assessment verifying physical ability to perform in the nursing faculty role.
• Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting (sit or stand for extended period of time, up to 4 hours), and to use standard office equipment including a phone, and a computer.
• Must have vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to effectively communicate in person and over the telephone.
• Must have the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time up to four hours
• Must be able to work required hours in an on-campus setting