Assistant Professor of Nursing (Non-Tenure Track Evening Program)

Albany State University; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany State University is seeking an Assistant Professor of Nursing for the Evening Program. The 12-month, on-location, non-tenure-track role focuses on didactic, laboratory, simulation, and clinical instruction for undergraduate nursing courses.

The ideal candidate will provide high-quality education, student advising, curriculum development, and participate in accreditation activities while maintaining current clinical competence and licensure. Sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• MSN from an accredited institution. A Baccalaureate degree in nursing will be considered with documentation of progress towards an earned graduate degree in nursing.
• Current unrestricted RN license or eligibility for licensure in Georgia.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned didactic, laboratory, simulation, and clinical nursing courses.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate course content aligned with program outcomes and accreditation standards.
• Assess student learning and provide timely feedback on academic and clinical performance.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, licensure preparation, and professional development.
• Participate in curriculum development, program evaluation, accreditation activities, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and clinical partners to support student learning and clinical education.

Skills

Teaching and course development

Student advising and mentoring

Curriculum evaluation and accred.

Education

MSN from an accredited institution

Bachelor's with progress towards graduate degree

Tools

Online teaching platforms

Clinical simulation labs

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Nursing (Non-Tenure Track Evening Program)

Location: Albany State Rec. Location

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 305820

About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 209.

Job Summary

The Assistant Professor is a 12-month, on location, non-tenure-track faculty member who serves as an educator-practitioner within the Department of Nursing. This position is primarily responsible for providing high-quality didactic, laboratory, simulation, and clinical instruction in undergraduate evening nursing courses as qualified by education and institutional requirements. The Assistant Professor supports the teaching and service mission of the Department through excellence in instruction, student advising, curriculum development, program evaluation, and participation in accreditation and continuous quality improvement activities. Faculty are expected to maintain current clinical competence, professional licensure, and professional development consistent with contemporary nursing practice. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned didactic, laboratory, simulation, and clinical nursing courses.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate course content and learning activities consistent with program outcomes, accreditation standards, and evidence-based nursing practice.
• Assess student learning and provide timely feedback regarding academic and clinical performance.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, licensure preparation, and professional development.
• Participate in curriculum development, program evaluation, accreditation activities, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and clinical agency partners to support student learning and clinical education.
• Maintain regular office hours and participate in student recruitment, retention, and success initiatives.
• Serve on departmental, college, university, and professional committees as assigned.
• Maintain current RN licensure, required certifications, and clinical competency.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development activities to maintain current knowledge of nursing practice, teaching strategies, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution. A Baccalaureate degree in nursing will be considered with documentation of progress towards an earned graduate degree in nursing and have experience in the area of responsibility.
• Current unrestricted Registered Nurse license or eligibility for licensure in the State of Georgia.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Earned doctorate (DNP, PhD, EdD, or related field).
• Previous teaching experience in academic, clinical, staff development, simulation, or healthcare education setting.
• Experience teaching in online and/or hybrid learning environments.
• Experience in medical surgical hospital setting

Proposed Salary

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Attach

• Cover letter.
• Resume.
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire).
• A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge: Knowledge of subject matter, appropriate course content, and current trends and methodologies in education and nursing; evidence of effective teaching in an institution of higher education.
• Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; skilled with problem solving and abstract thinking; well-developed interpersonal skills to engage and inspire students.
• Abilities: Ability to produce high-quality work while working independently.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone], or by email at [e-mail]. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at [phone], or by email at [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Excellence

We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect

We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community

We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork

We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning

We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

• a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
• a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
• a successful pre-employment drug test

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Albany State University.

The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (protected status).

No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure, shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements.

The basis and determining factor for all such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the individual is being considered.

At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution's ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.