Lecturer, Pre-Licensure Nursing Program

Georgia Southwestern State University; Americus (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Southwestern State University in Americus, Georgia invites applications for a Lecturer in the Pre-Licensure Nursing Program. The successful candidate will teach courses, supervise simulations, and support clinical teaching under the ASN/BSN framework, contributing to a dynamic undergraduate program.

The position requires a MSN, Georgia nursing licensure, and at least two years of undergraduate education experience.

Qualifications

• MSN degree required and Georgia nursing licensure
• At least 2 years of undergraduate education experience
• Demonstrated scholarly and leadership contributions in nursing education

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach courses as scheduled under supervision of Undergraduate Associate Dean and ASN Coordinator
• Carry a faculty teaching load of 12-15 hours per semester (Fall & Spring)
• Be available for consultation with students and guidance outside of class
• Participate in University Planning Week and faculty development activities
• Attend General Faculty Meetings and SON Faculty/Committee meetings
• Lead ASN/BSN course in clinical area and maintain accreditation records

Skills

Effective teaching skills

Student mentoring

Communication skills

Education

MSN degree

Georgia nursing licensure

2+ years undergraduate education experience

Scholarly leadership in nursing education

Job description

Lecturer, Pre-Licensure Nursing Program

Location: Americus, Georgia

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 303018

Georgia Southwestern State University is a state university serving a diverse population of students, offering a range of strong undergraduate and graduate programs in a vibrant learning environment. The University is a collegial community that values collaboration and community engagement with an emphasis on faculty, staff, and student interactions. An active student body and state-of-the-art amenities enhance the learning experience on a visually appealing campus located in historic Americus, Georgia.

Georgia Southwestern State University aspires to be an engaged, progressive, and inclusive university that serves as a vibrant center of learning, culture, and economic development for Southwest Georgia and beyond.

Responsibilities

1. Prepare and teach courses as scheduled under the supervision of the Undergraduate Associate Dean and ASN Coordinator which may include but are not limited to classroom instruction; simulation & skills lab instruction; and clinical teaching.

2. Carry a faculty teaching load of 12-15 hours per semester (Fall & Spring)

3. Be available for consultation with students and guide students outside of class for mentoring.

4. Participate in University Planning Week activities at the onset of fall term as well as other faculty development activities sponsored by the University throughout the year.

5. Attend the General Faculty Meetings for the University as scheduled on the University Calendar.

6. Attend SON Faculty Meetings and Committee meetings as assigned.

7. Actively participate in faculty and assigned committees (University & School of Nursing).

8. Pursue professional development. Take responsibility for seeking and providing evidence of remaining current in nursing education and area of practice.

9. Report grades, attendance, evaluation forms, and other information per university and School of Nursing directives.

10. Follow the University Academic Calendar for holidays, breaks, midterm and final exams.

11. Report course/clinical issues as needed to the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Nursing Studies.

12. Communicate with clinical instructors and preceptors prior to the beginning of the course assigned and as applicable throughout the semester to discuss student progress and issues.

13. Serve as lead faculty in an ASN or BSN course and instruct in the clinical area.

14. Adhere to the University¿s policies on course evaluations as described in the University Faculty Handbook.

15. Participate in a minimum of one graduation ceremony each year (Fall or Spring).

16. Participate in the pinning ceremony

17. Record and report yearly assessment data and maintain the three- year assessment plan. Assistance will be provided by the ASN/BSN coordinator as needed.

18. Maintain records for ACEN/CCNE accreditation.

19. Actively work with the coordinator Student Services Coordinator on yearly admission of ASN/BSN students.

20. 20. Maintain a range of scholarship, teaching and service activities consistent with the University academic unit¿s policies.

Required Qualifications

1. Must have a minimum of MSN degree.

2. Must possess and maintain an unencumbered nursing licensure in Georgia.

3. Must have at least 2 years of undergraduate education experience.

4. Must have demonstrated scholarly and leadership contributions relevant to undergraduate nursing education.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at 229-931-2000 or by email at [e-mail].

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at 877-251-2644 or [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 on-line 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 on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Georgia Southwestern State University, as determined by Georgia Southwestern State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check and drug screen.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the University takes affirmative action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating of employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veterans status, disability or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and other regulations which prohibit discriminatory employment practices.