ADN Faculty, Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing

* Hold a current license or is eligible to obtain a license as a registered nurse in the State of Arkansas.
* Hold a bachelor's degree in nursing, master's preferred.
* Have experience in clinical nursing practice and didactic nursing education.
* Hold membership in professional organizations.
* Have expertise in alternate learning strategies (i.e., Blackboard Learning System) and a variety of software.
* Adheres to course objectives and program outcomes in developing appropriate class content and objectives.
* Assists in the development of standards for the admission, progression, and graduation of nursing students. Serves as a professional role model for the student.
* Assumes responsibility for adhering to policies related to examinations and preparing test items.
* Attends and participates in meetings as scheduled by the ADN Director and/or Dean of the College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences.
* Collaborates with peers and/or the ADN Director in regard to development, implementation, and evaluation of the curriculum.
* Furnishes evidence of current CPR certification, immunizations, and TB skin test, chest x-ray or waiver on an annual basis.
* Maintains appropriate records regarding student evaluation and progress.
* Maintains high academic standards by adhering to standards established by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing as assigned by the ADN Director
* Participates in academic advising and counseling
* Participates in the faculty, student, and program evaluation process.
* Participates in recruitment and retention of students within the School of Nursing.
* Uses appropriate instructional resources to facilitate student progress toward meeting objectives.
* Consistently participates in scholarly and/or service activities.
* Develop effective working relationships within the School of Nursing, College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences, UAFS, and community.
* Maintains security and confidentiality of all records and examinations.
* Maintains availability hours for consultation.
* Maintains an electronic copy of all lecture materials on file in the School of Nursing.
* Participates in professional and community activities for the purpose of bringing education, service, and research findings together for the improvement of health care.
* Participates in continuing education programs to remain current in practice.
* Promotes the goals, objectives and reputation of the School of Nursing, College of Health, Education and Human Sciences, UAFS, and the community.
* Promotes cohesiveness between faculty and students within the School of Nursing.
* Responsible for maintaining a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner to foster teamwork and provides leadership for subordinates.
* Submits goals for the coming year by assigned due date
* Requires consistent on-time attendance.
* Other duties as assigned.
* Faculty have met the requirements of their degrees as set forth by an accredited institution.
* Faculty must demonstrate mastery of specific subject areas related to their professional practice and assignments.
* Faculty must maintain current credentials in their field.
* Possess skills to provide clear and concise communication, multi-tasking, and organizational abilities.
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* School of Nursing Advisory Board
* Community Health Care Providers
* Community Leaders
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