Open Rank Nursing Faculty
Department: Department of Nursing, College of Health Sciences and Human Services
Reports To: Nursing School Head
Appointment: Full-time,
9-month faculty appointment. Rank and tenure eligibility determined by qualifications and experience.
Position Summary
Methodist University invites applications for a full-time nursing faculty position in the
pre-licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. The successful candidate will teach didactic, laboratory, and clinical courses
across the undergraduate curriculum. This position is ideal for a nurse educator with a strong generalist foundation who is committed to
preparing practice-ready graduates for licensure and professional practice.
Essential
Responsibilities
- Teach assigned didactic, simulation, laboratory, and clinical courses in the pre-licensure BSN
program, with emphasis on fundamentals, adult health, medical-surgical, and critical care content - Supervise students in acute care
clinical settings and maintain effective working relationships with clinical partners - Participate in curriculum development,
course revision, and program assessment activities aligned with CCNE accreditation standards and North Carolina Board of Nursing
requirements - Mentor undergraduate nursing students, including support for NCLEX-RN preparation and success
- Contribute to
student recruitment, admission, and progression processes, as assigned - Engage in scholarship consistent with rank and university
expectations - Serve on department, college, and university committees
- Participate in interprofessional education
initiatives within the College of Health Sciences and Human Services - Maintain current clinical competence and licensure
Application Materials
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae,
statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three professional references.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited
program - Current unencumbered RN license in North Carolina or eligibility for licensure prior to start date
- Minimum of
two years of clinical experience in adult health, medical-surgical, or critical care nursing - Demonstrated ability to teach and
evaluate students in classroom and clinical settings - Commitment to student-centered teaching and inclusive learning
environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Earned doctorate in nursing or
related field (PhD, DNP, or EdD); ABD candidates with a defined completion timeline will be considered - Prior teaching experience
in a pre-licensure nursing program - Certification in a relevant specialty (e.g., CCRN, CMSRN, PCCN) or nursing education (CNE)
- Experience with simulation-based education
- Record of scholarship, professional service, or clinical leadership appropriate to
rank