OB/Pediatric Faculty in Nursing - Undergraduate, Hendersonville

OB/Pediatric Faculty in Nursing - Undergraduate, Hendersonville Position Title: OB/Pediatric Faculty in Nursing - Undergraduate, Hendersonville Division Nursing - Undergraduate (DIV) Department Location Job Summary This position is responsible for serving as a full‑time nursing faculty member in the College of Nursing on Union University’s Hendersonville campus. Full‑time contracts are 12‑month contracts. Appointed to rank and tenure status by the Provost. Annual performance will be evaluated by appropriate Chair. About Union University Founded in 1823, Union University is a private, coeducational liberal arts‑based university offering bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, with a total enrollment of about 2,600. The main campus is located in Jackson, Tenn., with additional campuses in Memphis and Hendersonville. A national leader among colleges and universities in promoting a Christian worldview and a Christ‑centered approach to education, Union is consistently ranked among the nation’s premier Christian universities. Instruction Demonstrates a Christ‑centered and person‑focused professional nurse role model of teacher, mentor, advocate, practitioner, collaborator, researcher and resource person. Creates a nourishing teaching‑learning environment. Designs cognitive, affective and psychomotor strategies and techniques in classroom and clinical areas to enhance learning of students in accordance with the curriculum established by faculty of the College of Nursing. The strategies and techniques should be derived with the intent to deliver an excellence‑driven, Christ‑centered, people‑focused, and future‑directed learning methodology. Implements theoretical and/or clinical instruction in one or more courses and/or special studies offered each semester as assigned by the appropriate Chair. Serves as course/program liaison to clinical agencies and community organizations which are used for students’ clinical experiences. Plans clear course outcomes. Assesses records related to evaluation of student outcomes and course grades. Meets with students in the current instructional group. Maintains regular office hours. Student Motivation and Relationships Creates activities to assist students to develop critical thinking skills. Facilitate/guides the progress of students toward achievement of course and program outcomes. Makes relevant and realistic course assignments. Demonstrates interest in the personal and professional growth of students. Maintains effective interpersonal relationships with students. Demonstrates concern for student progress. Interacts with students in a respectful manner. Meets with student academic advisees as needed; maintains advisee’s academic file; collaborates with others in student or school‑related activities; and sponsors student organizations on a rotating basis. Professional Responsibilities Participates in university committees as assigned. Participates in program planning and School of Nursing standing and ad hoc committees as designated by the Dean. Applies Christian standards and attitudes in relationships among cohorts, faculty, staff, and students. Contributes to a positive work climate and team effort within the school. Maintains effective interpersonal relationships with full and part‑time faculty, staff, nursing service, and all other persons having a direct impact on the program. Maintains nursing skills and knowledge through formal and informal channels at current levels of accepted practice; participates in professional organizations and scholarly activities; demonstrates scholarship through the engagement of intellectual inquiry to further the profession of nursing. Attends professional meetings, workshops, and/or conventions; takes part in campus and community activities related to the discipline of nursing. Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner; submits budget and textbook requests for assigned courses by the posted deadlines; and assists with Pre‑Registration and Registration as necessary. Other Job Duties Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with Master of Nursing degree is required. Preference will be given to candidates holding a DNP or Ph.D. The earned degree must be from a regionally accredited institution that is appropriate for area of teaching according to accreditation standards of Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). Demonstrated clinical experience in nursing required. This position requires an individual with prior experience in client care, teaching experience at the appropriate level of nursing education and who is eligible for licensure as a registered nurse in state of Tennessee. Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates holding a DNP or Ph.D. Work-Laboratory Requirements The work performed by this position is of a general office and classroom nature. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to perform the following: Speaking and hearing ability to sufficiently communicate in person or over the telephone as well as the ability to operate a computer. Walk from office to the classroom and from one campus office to another office/building on campus. Spend extended periods of time sitting and standing with occasional instances of bending and stooping. Classroom and laboratory settings require periods of standing and sitting for the duration of class (1 to 3 hours). Ability to lift and carry files and materials, handle various types of media and equipment, occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, unless otherwise specified. Have adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to read words and numbers and interact with people in person, on the phone, through a computer, and in writing. Requires the ability to identify, observe, and assess visual color discrimination and depth perception. Ability to reach with hands and arms; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls (e.g. mouse, keyboard, telephone, lab equipment). Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Posting Number Posting Number F121P #J-18808-Ljbffr Union University