Nursing Faculty - Accelerated Program; Tenure-Track

Position: Nursing Faculty - Accelerated Program (Tenure-Track or Fixed-Term)
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Position Details

Position Title:

Nursing Faculty - Accelerated Program (Tenure-Track or Fixed-Term)

Position Type:

Faculty

FTE:

1.0

Benefit Eligible:

Yes

General Employment Period:

CUSTOM.GENERAL.EMPLOYMENT.PERIOD

Secondary Employment Status:

Tenure Eligible

Job Summary:

Make a difference in nursing education.

Concordia College is seeking a committed nurse educator to join our high-performing faculty team in delivering our accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. This 12-month curriculum serves second-degree students preparing for compassionate and informed nursing practice.

Located in the vibrant Fargo-Moorhead metro-home to a strong healthcare community and ranked among the most livable U.S. cities-Concordia offers a collegial and mission-driven academic environment.

About the Program

The mission of the nursing program is to influence the health of the world by sending into society compassionate, thoughtful, and informed baccalaureate-prepared professionals dedicated to the vocation of nursing. The program is accredited by the Commission on College Nursing Education (CCNE) and approved by the MN Board of Nursing. Our Nursing Department is one of Concordia's largest and most recognized academic units, with:

* Top-tier NCLEX-RN pass rates

* Outstanding faculty with clinical and teaching expertise

* A commitment to student-centered learning and career readiness

* We offer both traditional and accelerated BSN pathways, supported by CCNE accreditation and MN Board of Nursing approval.

What You'll Do

As a full-time faculty member in the accelerated BSN program, your responsibilities will include:

* Teaching courses in 6-8-week blocks year-round (24 credits/year, including summer session)

* Providing classroom, lab, and clinical instruction

* Coordinating student clinical experiences

* Advising students and mentoring their academic and professional growth

* Participating in departmental and campus committees

* Contributing to scholarly work and sharing research through publications or conferences

* You will have opportunities to teach across multiple nursing specialties, based on your expertise.

What We're Looking For

We welcome experienced nurse educators who are committed to excellence in teaching and equity in practice. Candidates with a FNP certification and/or DNP, EdD, or PhD are encouraged to apply.

Why Concordia?

* A community committed to preparing students for meaningful service and leadership

* A strong culture of faculty collaboration and student success

* A thriving metro area with world-class healthcare systems and cultural opportunities

* A supportive academic home for educators from all backgrounds and faith traditions

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

* Master's degree in nursing (required)

* Active RN licensure in MN and ND or eligibility to obtain

* Teaching and/or clinical expertise in adult health, OB, pediatrics, mental health, or a related specialty

* Strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit

* Willingness to teach across specialties in a fast-paced, student-focused format

Preferred Qualifications

* Terminal degree in nursing (DNP, PhD, or EdD)

* Previous teaching experience in an academic setting

* A philosophy in sympathy with the aims and objectives of a liberal arts college of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

Position Opening Date:

11/21/2025

Position Closing Date:

Open Until Filled?

Yes

Screening Begins:

12/1/2025

Benefits and Salary:

Concordia College is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package:

* Health Insurance

* Flexible Spending Account

* Vision Insurance

* Dental Insurance

* Preventative Chiropractic Program

* Retirement Plan

* Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time only)

* Life Insurance (full-time only)

* Paid holidays including the time off between Christmas and New Year's

* Paid parental leave

* Up to 100% tuition with discounts and scholarships for yourself and dependents at Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages

* Up to 50% tuition discount for dependents with Oak Grove Lutheran Schools

* Up to 100% tuition discounts for dependents with participating partners: CIC-TEP, ELCA…