Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor

University-System-of-New-Hampshir; Plymouth (NH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth State University invites dynamic applicants to apply for a Clinical Assistant or Clinical Associate Professor of Nursing (Non-Tenure-track). This full-time, 9-month position teaches pre-licensure undergraduates in classroom and clinical settings, advises students, and contributes to service activities within the university.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s in Nursing, active NH RN license, and several years of nursing and teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
• Experience using instructional technology and/or delivering online instruction is preferred.
• Experience in curriculum development and program evaluation is preferred.
• Mental health nursing background is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 20-21 credits per year in undergraduate nursing courses, including classroom and clinical settings.
• Provide clinical instruction/oversight and supervise student performance in simulations and labs.
• Advise undergraduate students and participate in service to the university and discipline.

Skills

Exzell ent written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Instructional technology

Online instruction

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Job description

USNH Employees should apply within Workday through the Jobs Hub appPlymouth State University invites dynamic applicants who are committed to academic excellence and devoted to teaching in a vibrant learning environment to apply for a Clinical Assistant or Clinical Associate Professor of Nursing (Non-Tenure-track). Applications are being accepted for a full-time, non-tenure track (9 month) Nursing faculty position teaching pre-licensure undergraduate students in the classroom and clinical areas. The candidate will also be expected to advise undergraduate students and provide service to the university.Duties/ResponsibilitiesTeachingClinical Assistant or Clinical Associate Faculty are required to teach 20-21 credits per year. All credit hours will include any course/credit release . They teach undergraduate nursing courses that incorporate current theory and research while employing contemporary instructional design. Areas of responsibility will vary according to the faculty member’s areas of expertise. All faculty participate in the development and delivery of interprofessional education.Clinical responsibilitiesClinical Nursing faculty provide clinical instruction and/or oversight for students’ clinical experiences including evaluation of student achievement and competence. They additionally direct and debrief students in clinical simulation and labs.ServiceService is another important component of a faculty member’s workload. Service can be to the discipline, the School, the University, and the community and/or profession.Requirements:Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:Master’s degree in NursingTwo years practice as a registered nurse for the Clinical AssistantFour years of practice as a registered nurse for Clinical AssociateFive years of relevant college/university level teaching experience for Clinical AssociateMental Health Nursing BackgroundDesire to work as part of a team in the program, School and within the UniversityRequired Licenses & Certifications:Unencumbered RN license in the State of New Hampshire or eligibility for licensing in New HampshireKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsExperience using instructional technology and/or developing and delivering effective online instructionPreferred Qualifications:Experience in curriculum development and program evaluationSimulation ExperienceApplicant Instructions:Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled or otherwise closed at the University’s discretion. Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents)Letter of application outlining background, qualifications and vision for the positionCurriculum vitaeThree (3) current professional written letters of recommendationAdditionally, upload the following documents within the Application Questions section of the application:Copies of graduate transcriptsTeaching philosophy statementApplications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.Compensation Pay Range:$75,000 - $80,000The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon the candidate’s qualifications.Plymouth State University offers high-quality baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Through research and innovative community partnerships, the University contributes to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental development of the North Country and Lakes Region of New Hampshire and beyond.Plymouth State University (PSU) is transforming the campus to create a first-of-its-kind university holistically organized around integrated clusters. Our goal is to provide a dynamic interdisciplinary and innovative learning environment. Students, faculty, staff, and community will connect to solve real-world challenges that will benefit people and organizations at all levels. We are a residential and comprehensive university with a warm and engaged learning community focused on teaching excellence and regional engagement. The University is located in the heart of the Lakes Region and White Mountains of New Hampshire and serves approximately 4,300 undergraduate and more than 2,000 graduate students.Surrounded by lakes and mountains, PSU’s 170-acre campus provides students with an outstanding natural laboratory for learning and an ideal setting for outdoor recreation. PSU has consistently earned national recognition for its commitment to community service, environmental sustainability, academic excellence, and employee wellness.EEO StatementThe University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human ResourcesSalary Grade:Faculty 01Location:Plymouth