General Summary:

The Assistant Professor in Nursing assumes a leadership role in the program and courses of which they are teaching; demonstrates teaching excellence; participates in recognized activities of scholarship; participates in service within the College and in the community; and is a member of a professional organization.

The Assistant Professor demonstrates implementation of the mission, vision, goals and values of the College as well as the philosophy of the division in which he/she is assigned. The Assistant Professor assumes an active role in the systematic evaluation of the program/College and accreditation activities.

The Assistant Professor is responsible for development, planning, implementation and evaluation of the theoretical and clinical/lab components of assigned courses.

Principal Job Functions:

1. *Plans, implements and evaluates classroom and clinical activities according to College policies, course credits, course outcomes and available resources; facilitates and provides instruction to students; and assesses student learning in the classroom and clinical setting.
2. *Maintains professional and collaborative relationships with colleagues and serves in faculty roles of advisor, mentor, role model, advocate, facilitator and competent educator and practitioner.
3. *Conveys knowledge and principles of the discipline clearly and concisely in the classroom and clinical setting.
4. *Utilizes a variety of educational strategies to promote student development of critical thinking, problem solving, decision-making, clinical competency and life-long learning.
5. *Manages the education environment to facilitate an optimal learning experience.
6. *Adapts teaching to varied delivery methods including distance learning options.
7. *Assumes active role in activities directed toward service and community betterment.
8. *Is a participating member of a professional organization related to areas of practice or higher education.

Education and Experience:

Nursing Program: Minimum of a Master of Science in Nursing and licensure as a registered nurse in Nebraska or compact state required. Minimum of three (3) years experience in field of practice required. Minimum of one (1) year of teaching in higher education academic setting preferred.