ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR-MSN/PMC FACULTY

State of Louisiana; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern State University College of Nursing and School of Allied Health seeks an applicant for a 9-month full-time faculty position in the MSN/PMC Program available in Alexandria, LA beginning August 10, 2026. Academic rank commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Position will remain open until filled. The ideal candidate will hold an MSN, possess national certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner, and have substantial nurse

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing required; Doctorate preferred.
• National certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner required.
• Louisiana license as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse required.
• Minimum three years of clinical nurse practitioner experience.
• At least three years nurse educator experience; three or more preferred.
• Able to pass a background check and meet university standards.

Responsibilities

• Recruit students to all programs within the College of Nursing.
• Serve as liaison between the College of Nursing and clinical affiliation sites.
• Teach in MSN/PMC courses and other courses as assigned.
• Maintain ten on-campus office hours and advise students.
• Maintain clinical practice as an advanced practice nurse and keep certifications current.
• Participate in curriculum development and program improvement activities.

Skills

FNP certification

Nurse educator experience

Clinical nursing experience

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Doctorate preferred

Job description

About This Job

Northwestern State University College of Nursing and School of Allied Health seeks an applicant for a 9-month full-time faculty position in the MSN/PMC Program available in Alexandria, LA beginning August 10, 2026.

About This Job

Northwestern State University College of Nursing and School of Allied Health seeks an applicant for a 9-month full-time faculty position in the MSN/PMC Program available in Alexandria, LA beginning August 10, 2026.

Academic rank commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Position will remain open until filled.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

(Full Disclosure)

Northwestern State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

All complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Title IX Compliance and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318‑357‑5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union or email [e-mail].

In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and noticed that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318‑357‑4300), located in Room 128 Caspari Hall or email [e-mail]. For student academic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Crissey Smith (318‑357‑5460) located in Room 111 Watson Memorial Library or email [e-mail]. For faculty/staff accommodations and services, contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318‑357‑6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email [e-mail].

Minimum Qualifications

Master of Science in Nursing required; Doctorate preferred. National certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner required. Louisiana license as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, and a minimum of three years clinical nurse practitioner experience required. At least three (3) years of nurse educator experience; three (3) or more preferred. Must be able to pass a background check and shall meet the required standards defined by the University.

Job Duties And Other Information

Recruit's students to all programs within the College of Nursing. Serves as Liaison between the College of Nursing and clinical affiliation sites. Complies with university, state, ACEN, CCNE and NONPF guidelines. Maintains 10 on-campus office hours. Advises and counsels students during required hours and at other times and settings as established by the Dean, Department Head, or Director. Maintains Clinical practice as an advanced practice nurse. Maintains certification from National Certification Agency (AANP or ANCC) for respective specialties. Teaches in MSN/PMC courses and other courses as established by Dean, Department Head or Director.

• Provide instruction in areas of expertise.
• Teach undergraduate (if assigned) and graduate nursing courses in a manner that promotes academic excellence to the fullest extent.
• Evaluate students and report their progress.
• Utilize a variety of teaching strategies appropriate to domain of learning.
• Serve as a role model to students and peers.
• Assist with development, evaluation and revision of curriculum, and policies and procedures within the College of Nursing.
• Maintain required 10 on-campus office hours.
• Supervise and evaluate student learning experiences.
• Teach across programs as needed
• Participate in student clinical learning/practice with affiliated agencies.
• Serve as an advisor and mentor for students in the College of Nursing.
• Recruit students to all programs within the College of Nursing and School of Allied Health.
• Advise students interested in the program and those currently in the program regarding the curriculum and APDG requirements.
• Attend College of Nursing, University functions, and committee meetings as assigned. Maintain records and files related to undergraduate and graduate nursing courses. Maintain weekly office hours and advise students during required office hours or at other times and settings established by the Dean, Senior Director of Nursing, or Program Director.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the College of Nursing goals and objectives.
• Assist with maintenance of records and files pertinent to the College of Nursing. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with federal laws and program policy.
• Serve as a Liaison between the College of Nursing and other University departments as well as local, state, and national agencies and professional organizations as assigned. Comply with guidelines/regulations of the University, state of Louisiana, SACSCOC, LSBN, CCNE, NONPF and/or other agencies as required.Actively participate in scholarly activities and other creative activities, such as, scholarly research; writing books, book chapters, and/or articles; practice; podium or poster presentations; etc.
• Maintain appropriate expertise and competencies through continuing professional education, and development and pursuit of scholarly activities.
• Serve on college-wide committees and state level committees and boards on behalf of the NSU CON when selected by the Dean or designee.
• Volunteer as a nurse practitioner provider at a local clinic for the underserved community. Maintain practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in your field of specialty Serve as an advisor and mentor for students in the College of Nursing
• Represent the College of Nursing and University in a professional manner.
• Participate in activities that promote the College of Nursing, including those that may occur in the evenings, out of town and on the weekend.
• Assist the concentration coordinator with assigned tasks and program improvement. Review program curriculum and courses as a Program Curriculum Committee (PCC) member to ensure program is congruent with national certification and accreditation standards.
• Oversee clinical learning for assigned students to ensure consistency with the population focused knowledge and that the sites and preceptors provide opportunities for students to learn and perform necessary skills.
• Attend and contribute to student program orientation at the beginning of each semester. Ensure clinical preceptors hold current, unencumbered professional licensure and other requirements for a clinical preceptorship as set forth by the program, National Task Force (NTF), and CCNE accreditation guidelines.
• Support clinical students and address/escalate any student issues or needs as they arise. Communicate with students after graduation for pertinent survey data.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Demonstrate flexibility and knowledge of the College of Nursing's goals and objectives. Collaborate outside of the specialty concentration to improve the student learning experience throughout the CONSAH.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Program Director, Senior Director, Dean, or University Administration.

Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.