Nursing Faculty, Adult Health

Working Title: Nursing Faculty, Adult Health State Role Title: N/A Position Type: Instructional / Teaching Faculty Position Status: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime College/Division: College of Health and Behavioral Studies Department: 100805 - Fast Flex Nursing Program Pay Band: N/A Pay Rate: Commensurate with Experience Specify Range or Amount: Is this a JMU only position? No Is this a grant-funded position? No Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No Beginning Review Date: 10/10/2026 About JMU: Mission We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives. Vision To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world. Who We Are Situated in the heart of Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 52,000. Harrisonburg is conveniently located approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and supportive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 21,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty. JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master's and doctoral levels. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research. General Information: James Madison University (JMU) School of Nursing invites applications for a 12-month renewable term appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor of Practice beginning April 1, 2027. The School of Nursing offers CCNE-accredited Baccalaureate, Master's, and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs. This position will primarily support the Fast Flex BSN, a new initiative designed to operate during evenings and weekends, with a primarily precepted clinical model. JMU is a comprehensive state university offering 76 undergraduate, 53 masters, and 8 doctoral programs to more than 20,000 students. Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, 2 hours from both Washington D.C. and Richmond, VA, JMU is recognized by the U.S. News and World Report as the most recommended public university in the U.S as well as the most innovative university in the South. The School of Nursing enjoys many opportunities for interprofessional and community partnerships. For more information, visit The School of Nursing (SON) aligns with CHBS. As nurses we have a responsibility to act with empathy and cultivate supportive environments. The SON commits to engage with communities, locally and globally, through dynamic and innovative nursing education, practice, and scholarship. We are especially interested in qualified candidates who share our commitment towards building welcoming environments. Consider joining us in achieving our goal of becoming a school that embodies an environment of belonging. Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities for this position include teaching, scholarship, and professional, community, and/or university service. The role requires in-person teaching in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings for the BSN-Fast Flex pathway. Qualifications: A minimum of a graduate degree in Nursing is required. An active RN registration and the ability to obtain Virginia nursing licensure by the position's start date of April 1, 2027 are required. Candidates must have at least three years of recent clinical experience in adult health nursing. Teaching experience in higher education and flexibility to teach across a variety of topic areas is preferred. The faculty of the School of Nursing is committed to the JMU core values and seek candidates who share this commitment and will contribute to building a supportive learning environment. Additional Posting Information: JMU's Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. For more information, please visit Contact Betsy Herron, Chair, RTA Search Committee, School of Nursing, MSC 4305, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA 22807, email. Conditions of Employment: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check. E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization. EEO Statement: James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality. 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