Graduate Nursing Faculty — Open Rank

Mississippi University for Women; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, MS seeks a Graduate Program Faculty member (open rank) for the Graduate Nursing unit. Instruct graduate nursing students and participate in program development and accreditation activities.

The role emphasizes advising, curriculum planning, clinical supervision, and scholarly engagement. Commitment to teaching excellence and service within the department is expected.

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered APRN and RN licensure to practice in Mississippi and other states.
• Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree or other terminal degree in nursing.
• Nationally certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
• Current practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner for the previous three years.
• Meets current clinical agency requirements (background check, immunizations, etc.).
• Preferred terminal degree; DNP, PhD, EdD

Responsibilities

• Serves as academic advisor to assigned students and refers to appropriate personnel as needed.
• Attends faculty meetings and participates in designated duties.
• Assists in planning objectives, content, and learning experiences for courses.
• Plans clinical assignments to meet student needs and assists in securing visiting lecturers.
• Guides learning activities in the clinical area and serves as role model for professional behavior.
• Evaluates student progress through tests and clinical performance and participates in evaluation tools.
• Continues professional growth through self-evaluation and continuing education; participates in program, department, and university committees.

Skills

Academic advising

Curriculum development

Faculty committees

Education

DNP or terminal degree in nursing

Family Nurse Practitioner certification

Unencumbered APRN/RN licensure in MS

Job description

Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, MS seeks a Graduate Program Faculty member (open rank) for the Graduate Nursing unit. Instruct graduate nursing students and participate in program development and accreditation activities.

The role emphasizes advising, curriculum planning, clinical supervision, and scholarly engagement. Commitment to teaching excellence and service within the department is expected.