Nursing Faculty - Maternal Health Specialty

Arizona College of Nursing; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 53,520 - 93,918; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursing education institution is seeking a Nursing Faculty specializing in Obstetrics. The role involves developing and delivering nursing education, mentoring students, and overseeing clinical instruction. Ideal candidates will have a graduate degree and at least three years of direct patient care experience. This full-time position is based in Tempe, Arizona, offering a salary range of approximately $53,520 to $93,918.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of professional registered nurse experience providing direct patient care.
• Current, unencumbered state professional registered nurse license or relevant compact license.
• Preferably have prior teaching experience in a registered nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, teach, and evaluate nursing education program objectives.
• Document actions taken in faculty and committee meetings.
• Facilitate students’ application of theory in clinical practice.

Skills

Teaching methodology

Curriculum development

Effective communication

Clinical instruction

Education

Graduate degree in nursing or related field

Job description

Job Title: Nursing Faculty – OB Specialty

Arizona College of Nursing is a rapidly growing nursing school that transforms people’s lives by preparing them for careers in nursing and improving communities through the care its graduates provide. As a leading nurse educator, we offer students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s in nursing in three years or less with qualified transfer credits. Our quality curriculum prepares students for an in-demand career, helping communities overcome the chronic and increasing nursing shortage. We also plan to meet rising demand by launching campuses in markets where bachelor‑prepared nurses are needed.

Core Values

• Passion – We love helping others succeed.
• Excellence – We strive to be the best.
• Adaptability – We learn, in part by trying new ideas.
• Accountability – We own our results.
• Integrity – We do the right thing.

Core Nursing Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, teach, and evaluate the philosophy and objectives of the nursing education program.
• Design, implement, teach, evaluate, and revise the curriculum.
• Document actions taken in faculty and committee meetings using a systematic plan of evaluation for total program review.
• Lead simulation learning experiences in the Nursing Lab.

Didactic Responsibilities

• Teach and evaluate students in the classroom; deliver at least 36 credits annually.
• Design an effective learning environment addressing contemporary nursing issues.
• Support students’ academic progression and socialization into the nursing role.
• Utilize a variety of assessment tools to evaluate student learning.
• Participate in the systematic plan for curriculum design, program evaluation, and revision.
• Serve as a mentor to faculty, adjuncts, and students.
• Engage in continuous in‑service and professional development opportunities annually.
• Advise an assigned group of core nursing students, contacting advisees at least once per semester via in‑person, phone, and electronic communication.
• Develop student success plans and remediate at‑risk students.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Oversee instruction and grading of clinical adjuncts.
• Facilitate students’ application of theory to clinical practice.
• Attend hospital-based orientations.
• Demonstrate and maintain knowledge of program outcomes and course objectives.
• Communicate effectively with clinical agency representatives, staff, faculty, and students.
• Identify and communicate problem areas or clinical concerns to Course Lead Faculty, recommending changes as appropriate.
• Maintain weekly or as‑needed communication with Course Lead Faculty regarding student progress, successes, needs, and clinical issues.
• Grade clinical papers and provide timely, clear feedback.
• Maintain records of student performance, including success plans, disciplinary plans, and clinical evaluations.
• Complete clinical site evaluations.
• Adhere to and enforce the policies of Arizona College of Nursing and assigned clinical facilities.

Additional Responsibilities for Teaching Didactic/Clinical Classes

• Plan, teach, and evaluate classroom, clinical, skills labs, and other learning experiences with team members.
• Connect students to college resources for their success.
• Consistently demonstrate and coach students on soft skills such as leadership, ethics, communication, critical thinking, teamwork, collaboration, responsibility, and dependability.
• Maintain a campus presence and contribute positively to campus culture.
• Provide input in developing, evaluating, and revising program policies through governance structures.
• Participate in faculty meetings, in‑service offerings, and other nursing events.
• Protect student privacy by completing required FERPA training and upholding FERPA guidelines.
• Complete all other duties as assigned.

Faculty Competency Requirements

• Faculty must provide evidence of education and experience necessary to teach a given course and develop and evaluate admission, progression, retention, and graduation policies within the governing institution.
• Graduate degree required; if not in nursing, must hold a bachelor’s in nursing and a graduate degree in a related discipline from an accredited program.
• Minimum of three (3) years of professional registered nurse experience providing direct patient care; prior teaching experience in a registered nursing program is preferred.
• Current, unencumbered state professional registered nurse license or relevant compact license.
• Preferred: Certified Nurse Educator certification and national specialty certification.
• Maintain professional competence through nursing practice, continuing education, conferences, workshops, seminars, research projects, and professional writing.
• Subject to state BON/BRN/HEB regulation(s) where the campus/student is located.

Employment Details

• Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior
• Employment Type: Full‑time
• Job Function: Education and Training
• Industry: Higher Education
• Location: Phoenix, AZ
• Salary: $53,520.90 – $93,918.96