Applications are invited for a tenure track faculty position in the BSN program beginning July 30, 2027. The BSN program is comprised of two tracks; pre-licensure BSN and the RN- BSN Completion.
The successful applicant will be expected to teach in the classroom as well as the clinical and lab/simulation setting, demonstrate a commitment to innovative and effective teaching and demonstrate evidence-based knowledge of area of discipline to be taught.

Med-surgical nursing expertise is preferred.

Applicant must be eligible for unencumbered RN licensure in TN. Rank and salary are dependent upon education and experience.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

· Demonstrate willingness and ability to work effectively with colleagues to support the mission of the institution and related academic units.

· Be responsible for a maximum of 30 teaching load credits per academic year, 6 of which will be for advisement, research, committee work, etc.

· Be willing to teach at times and places necessary to meet student needs.

· Be willing to adopt innovative teaching methods and delivery as appropriate.

· Possess the knowledge, talents and skills in the discipline to promote effective teaching.

· Demonstrate respect for the diverse learning needs of students.

· Demonstrate the ability to develop and implement curriculum objectives and content for courses offered and taught in one’s curriculum area.

· Demand and maintain high standards and expectations for all students.

· Implement teaching activities and a diversity of teaching techniques, procedures, and resources including application of technology.

· Develop and implement evaluation and assessment techniques that are appropriate for each course.

· Use multiple measures to assess student learning on a regular basis and provide frequent feedback to students relative to their performance.

· Be available and knowledgeable and demonstrate proficiency in the practice of academic advisement of students.

· Conduct appropriate research and scholarly/creative activity within the discipline.

· Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development and growth by being suitably active in professional and community service.

· Exhibit motivation and initiative in keeping up-to-date and current in one’s curriculum area by reading/reviewing current scholarly or creative works in their field and by attending conferences, seminars, workshops, courses, and development activities sponsored by the University.

· Serve effectively on committees and other appropriate functions that assist in University governance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Demonstrate teamwork and collaborative skills.

· Demonstrate innovation in teaching.

· Demonstrate knowledge of teaching assessment and evaluation.

· Demonstrate commitment to ongoing scholarly development.

· Demonstrate effective communication skills.

Required Minimum Qualifications

· Baccalaureate degree in nursing (CCNE)

Graduate degree in nursing or other healthcare graduate degree

· Baccalaureate teaching experience preferred

· have clinical experience; minimum 3 years of practice experience

· Doctoral degree in nursing required by tenure.

· Candidate must be eligible for unencumbered RN licensure in Tennessee.

· A background search will be required of the successful candidate.

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Applications are invited for a tenure track faculty position in the BSN program beginning July 30, 2027. The BSN program is comprised of two tracks; pre-licensure BSN and the RN- BSN Completion. The successful applicant will be expected to teach in the classroom as well as the clinical and lab/simulation setting, demonstrate a commitment to innovative and effective teaching and demonstrate evidence-based knowledge of area of discipline to be taught. Med-surgical nursing expertise is preferred. Applicant must be eligible for unencumbered RN licensure in TN. Rank and salary are dependent upon education and experience.