Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing

Nevada State University; Kentucky; On-site; USD 98,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match 19.25%

24 annual leave days

30 sick leave days

12 paid holidays

Educational benefits

Health insurance plans

Job summary

Nevada State University invites applications for three 12-month tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing positions starting January 2027. The roles focus on a growing on-the-ground pre-licensure BSN program and are not remote.

We seek outstanding nurse educators who collaborate across departments, uphold Caring Science in teaching, and support underrepresented student populations. Competitive benefits accompany a robust teaching and service expectation.

Qualifications

• PhD or doctoral degree in nursing or related discipline from an institution accredited by an organization recognized by the Department of Education.
• MSN degree from an institution accredited by an organization recognized by the Department of Education.
• Active and unencumbered RN license in Nevada, or eligible to obtain it by endorsement.
• At least three (3) years of direct patient care experience.
• Evidence of teaching excellence in nursing at the college/university level.
• Evidence of leadership ability and ability to act as a resource for new nurse educators.
• Commitment to creating an academic environment that supports students while holding them accountable for meeting minimum expectations.
• Commitment to the promotion of Caring Science in every interaction with faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Teach 30 credits per academic year across three semesters.
• Teach upper-level courses in the BSN program in various formats (in-person lab, clinical, hybrid, online).
• Serve on departmental and college-wide committees.
• Conduct required weekly office hours.
• Be available to students, staff, and faculty.
• Student advising.
• Participate in college-wide events.
• Engage in scholarly activity for promotion and tenure.
• Use experience as a nurse educator to act as a faculty resource.
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean of the School of Nursing.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Mentoring

Leadership

Oral and written communication

Caring Science

Education

PhD in Nursing

MSN degree

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing

Nevada State University School of Nursing has three 12-month tenure track faculty positions available starting January 2027. The Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing position is primarily dedicated to a growing on-the-ground pre-licensure BSN program. This is not a remote position.

About the School of Nursing at Nevada State

We are seeking outstanding nurse educators to work alongside dedicated faculty and staff in a highly collegial, interdisciplinary environment based on Caring Science. In the School of Nursing, Caring Science is infused throughout the curriculum and influences how faculty, staff, and students interact to achieve the institutional teaching mission.

About the institution

Nevada State University, a four-year Minority Serving public institution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Designated a Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPI), Nevada State is a university where teaching and student support are valued above all else.

Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education. In Fall 2025, the enrollment surpassed 8,400, with 8,287 undergraduate students and 117 graduate students. A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 48% are Hispanic, 10% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 10% are Black/African American, and 22% are White.

We celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. We operate with a shared commitment to represent and serve the diverse population of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas that respects and honors the lived experiences of our students, staff, and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so our members can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish. In order to strengthen the university and progress its mission, the university dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection to meeting the evolving needs of Nevada State University, the surrounding communities, and the State of Nevada.

We seek applicants who are passionate about working with this promising student population and collaborating with faculty and staff across departments to make a lasting impact in developing our institution and our community.

We encourage you to highlight your background in fostering an inclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students who are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach 30 credits per academic year across three semesters.
• Teach upper-level courses in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program in a variety of formats (e.g., in-person lab, clinical and/or didactic, hybrid, online).
• Serve on departmental and college-wide committees.
• Conduct required weekly office hours.
• Be available to students, staff, and faculty.
• Student advising.
• Participate in college-wide events.
• Engage in scholarly activity in accordance with expectations for promotion and tenure.
• Use experience as a nurse educator to act as a faculty resource.
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean of the School of Nursing.

Required Qualifications

• PhD, doctoral degree in nursing, or doctoral degree in a related discipline from an institution accredited by an organization recognized by an Department of Education.
• MSN degree from an institution accredited by an organization recognized by the Department of Education.
• Active and unencumbered RN license in Nevada, or eligible to obtain it by endorsement.
• At least three (3) years of direct patient care experience.
• Evidence of strong commitment to teaching, mentoring, and working with undergraduate nursing students.
• Evidence of teaching excellence in nursing at the college/university level.
• Proof of creative activities consistent with a tenure-track faculty rank.
• Evidence of leadership ability, and ability to act as a resource in helping to develop new nurse educators.
• Commitment to creating an academic environment that supports students while holding them accountable for meeting minimum expectations.
• Personal commitment to professional accountability and behaviors.
• Commitment to the promotion of Caring Science in every interaction with faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders.
• Highly effective oral communication, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Nurse Educator (CNE).
• Full-time experience teaching nursing at the BSN, or higher, degree level.
• Previous experience with higher education nursing curriculum and/or course development.
• Previous experience with accreditation (CCNE, CNEA, ACEN, or regional academic agencies).
• Experience with technology enhanced education, both simulation and online.
• Active participation in professional organizations.

Rank, Salary & Benefits

• 12-month
• Tenure track
• Budgeted salary for this position:
  • Assistant Professor: $98,400.00
  • Associate Professor: $109,662.00
• Nevada State University offers excellent benefits, including 19.25% retirement match, 24 annual leave days, beginning balance of 30 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, educational benefits, and three health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts.

This Posting is Open Until Filled. The posting will remain open until filled, with the first review of applications to begin on Thursday, September 10, 2026. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply before September 9 for full consideration.

Posting Close Date: 12/31/2026

Exempt: Yes

Full-Time Equivalent: 100.0%

Location: Not specified (This is not a remote position)

Contact: Human Resources department at [phone] or [e-mail].

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Nevada State University does not currently sponsor visas, all applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.