MSN Nursing Faculty 12 - Month

Ottawa University; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ottawa University Brookfield in Wisconsin seeks a Nursing Education faculty member to lead MSN instruction and curriculum design online, promoting student achievement and academic integrity. The role emphasizes collaboration with campus units and supporting program growth.

The candidate will teach 10 online courses annually, cover weekend residencies, advise students, and participate in governance, assessment, and recruitment activities to sustain program excellence.

Qualifications

• Earned Doctorate in Nursing or Doctorate with earned master's degree in nursing.
• 3-5 years related work experience; nursing education preferred.
• Hold a current Wisconsin registered nurse license in good standing or multi-state privilege to practice in Wisconsin.
• Experience with Blackboard or similar online course platforms.
• Experience with Zoom, Skype, or WebEx.
• Ability to work collaboratively with fellow university faculty as well as departments who support student life and academic achievement.

Responsibilities

• Teach 10 online courses per year (typically 30 credit hours), including Weekend Residency coverage.
• Advise students and collaborate with advising team members to support learner success.
• Participate in program development, assessment, and curriculum governance.
• Contribute to recruitment, retention, and campus growth initiatives.
• Engage in university-wide governance and service activities as assigned.

Skills

Teaching

Online teaching

Student advising

Collaboration

Communication

Curriculum design

Education

Doctorate in Nursing

Tools

Blackboard

Zoom

WebEx

Job description

Responsible for providing high-quality and engaging instruction and academic mentoring to students in the Master of Science Nursing (MSN) program at the Brookfield, WI, campus; developing, assessing, and assuring excellent pedagogy and curriculum design; promoting student achievement and acadmic integrity on behalf of the University; and collaboration with support services provided through campus units. Academic program development for program currency, growth, retention, and recruitment.Essential Functions:Teaching Load: 12 months; 10 courses (typically 30 credit hours) online, including Weekend Residency coverage. Teach a combination of courses in the discipline, interdisciplinary and/or co-taught courses. This combination of courses is to be determined in collaboration among the School Dean, the Director of Nursing, the Program Director of Graduate Nursing Programs, and individual faculty.Teaching Standards: Maintain a high standard in classroom teaching through engaging and effective pedagogy, exhibiting awareness and understanding of best practices in post secondary education through application in the classroom, and remaining current with issues, curriculum, and classroom approaches in both the liberal arts and the candidate’s academic discipline.Advising: Attend to student needs and concerns, and work with each student’s advising team members to identify and develop opportunities for each individual learner. Collaborate as needed in scheduling courses, addressing academic concerns, and supporting efforts in retention.Scholarship: Maintain awareness of contemporary trends and evolving knowledge within one’s academic discipline and in the liberal arts through research, creative work, writing, conference attendance (either virtually or at designated location), public presentations (in-person and virtually), and other involvement in the regional and national community of higher education professionalsService:-Participate with faculty in governance issues related to curriculum and course development and revisions, including review of adjunct syllabi as assigned. Collaborate as needed in scheduling courses and addressing academic concerns (such as, but not limited to, serving on an academic grievance committee)-Contribute to recruitment and retention efforts for campus growth and sustainability-Participate in the interviewing process, orientation, mentoring, and development of new faculty as needed.-Participate in Campus and University-wide governance in responding to and engaging in dialogue related to academic issues across the university.-Participate in Campus and University-wide committee work, including on-going committees, program assessments, task-oriented committees or task forces, and other projects or committees as requestedAssessment: Maintain effective curricula through participation in university-wide assessment processes.As key members of our academic community, faculty are expected to abide by all rules and regulations contained in the University Faculty Handbook and the University Employment Policies Handbook. This information is available and open for reading or examination at any time.Other duties as assignedRequired Education: Earned Doctorate in Nursing or earned Doctorate with earned master's degree in nursing.Required Experience: 3-5 years related work experience. Nursing Education preferred.Additional Eligibility Requirements:Hold a current Wisconsin registered nurse license in good standing or multi-state privilege to practice in Wisconsin.Experience with Blackboard or similar online course platforms.Experience with Zoom, Skype, or WebEx.Ability to work collaboratively with fellow university faculty as well as departments who support studetn life and academic achievement.Proven ability to teach effectively in a post secondary classroom;Ability to be flexible in adjusting to and responding to both student and local university needs and concerns; andProven interpersonal and communication skills.Working Conditions:(Physical attributes required to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation - examples: sitting, lifting, bending, driving, environmental factors or elements, noise level, stairs in a building, or other factors that will affect working conditions)Prolonged periods of sitting must be able to lift 5-15 pounds at times. May require use of building stairs. May require evening and/or weekend work. Position sits and works in front of a computer screen and/or assists students.Travel Requirements:If travel is required, list type and approximate percentage: NoneResponsible for driving students and University vehicles as part of job duties: NoStandard University Expectations:Be mindful and supportive of the Mission of Ottawa University.Understand and follow the University’s policies and procedures and exercise good judgment accordingly. Assure that University and student information is managed in a confidential and ethical manner in accordance with the University’s Code of Conduct and Ethics.Manage your staff in accordance with University personnel policies. Encourage collaboration among the staff, provide regular evaluation and feedback, and facilitate developmental opportunities.Model and encourage collaboration among University offices and campuses assuring effective communication and operations.Provide leadership through conduct, attitude, and professionalism. Represent the University to students, external groups, faculty, and staff in a way that reflects positively on the University.Exercise inclusivity in your daily actions in accordance with the University’s Mission Statement, Statement of Spiritual Identity, and Statement of Inclusion, Openness, and Community.Our UniversityOttawa University “prepares professional and liberal arts graduates for lifetimes of personal significance, vocational fulfillment, and service to God and humanity” from residential campuses in Ottawa, Kansas (established 1865) and Surprise, Arizona (established 2017) and from professional and online campuses in Kansas City, Phoenix, and Milwaukee.Ottawa University is a regionally accredited, church-related, student-centered, private comprehensive university that strives to integrate faith, learning, and life in the academic experiences of students.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.Ottawa University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate in recruitment or employment on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.