Assistant Professor - School of Nursing

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Posting Number F0112026

Working Title Assistant Professor - School of Nursing

Department Org 344000 - Nursing

We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family—the faculty, staff, students and alumni—who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work! At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well-being of employees while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference.

Participation in university-wide flexible work schedules may be available for certain positions. Training is provided on systems or job-specific software, and tools are available supporting professional and personal development. The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, with the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary.

Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports and cultural activities on campus for the family, free gym membership and equipment rentals.

The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor (9-month appointment) to join the School of Nursing. This on-campus role is designed for a doctorally prepared (DNP or PhD) Family Nurse Practitioner who will shape the next generation of nursing professionals. The successful candidate will lead innovative educational programs, conduct scholarly research, and contribute to a supportive, inclusive academic environment.

Learn more at:
www.uca.edu/nursing

This tenure track position focuses on teaching, curriculum development, assessment and evaluation, collaboration and mentorship. The faculty member will facilitate student learning, engage in research and scholarship, focus on continuous professional development and provide institutional, professional and community service.

• Curriculum Innovation:
  Design and deliver high-impact programs utilizing active learning and high-fidelity simulations.
• Mentorship & Leadership:
  Guide novice nurses and colleagues through the nuances of clinical judgment and professional identity.
• Interdisciplinary
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Thrive within academic teams to drive institutional excellence and adapt to evolving accreditation standards.
• Scholarly Contribution:
  Advance the profession through reflective practice, original research, and advocacy for healthcare equity.

• Clinical Mastery:
  Advanced knowledge of nursing science and delivery systems.
• Instructional Excellence:
  Proven ability to apply educational theory to clinical complexity.
• Dynamic Communication:
  Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and inspire.
• Adaptability: A commitment to lifelong learning and the integration of emerging healthcare technologies.

• Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
• Ability to make sound judgments.
• Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
• Civility in all interactions.
• Demonstrate effective follow-up.

The candidate MUST have:
1) Doctoral degree (PhD in Nursing or DNP from a nationally accredited institution.
2) APRN…