Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing

Nevada State University; United States; Presencial; USD 98.000 - 108.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Nevada State University in Henderson, NV invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing on a 12-month tenure-track appointment starting January 2027. The position supports a growing pre-licensure BSN program and is not remote.

Primary duties include teaching 30 credits per academic year across various formats, student advising, committee service, and scholarly activity aligned with tenure expectations.

Formación

• PhD or doctoral degree in nursing or related field from an accredited institution.
• MSN degree from an accredited institution.
• Active and unencumbered RN license in Nevada or eligible by endorsement.
• At least three years of direct patient care experience.
• Evidence of teaching excellence at the college/university level.

Responsabilidades

• Teach 30 credits per academic year across three semesters.
• Teach upper-level BSN courses in various formats (in-person, clinical, didactic, hybrid, online).
• Serve on departmental and college-wide committees.
• Conduct required weekly office hours and advise students.

Educación

PhD in nursing or related field

MSN degree

Descripción del empleo

Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing

Nevada State University School of Nursing has a 12-month tenure track faculty position 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 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 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).
• Please note: Applicants must meet the posted minimum qualifications at the time of application in order to be considered for the position.

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: $108,000.00

Benefits: 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.

Exempt Yes Full-Time Equivalent100.0%

Location

Nevada State University, located on a developing 512-acre campus in the foothills of Henderson, Nevada.

Other Information

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.

We appreciate your interest in a career with Nevada State University. The search committee chair or hiring manager will contact you if you are selected for an interview. You will receive updates on the status of your application via your candidate home account. The hiring process for our open positions can vary in length. Please continue to check our job site for open positions.

EEO / Title IX

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