Nurse Practitioner

Overview Assist/Assoc Professor - Graduate - FNP, AGACNP, & MBA The Associate Professor faculty position provides leadership in teaching, scholarship, service, and clinical practice within the School of Nursing. This faculty position is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in online, classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings; fostering student success through academic advising and mentorship; engaging in scholarly activities appropriate to rank; and contributing to the mission of the School of Nursing and TTUHSC through service, professional engagement, and program development. The ideal candidate demonstrates excellence in teaching, maintains academic standards, supports curriculum development and evaluation, and contributes to the advancement of nursing education through research, scholarship, and professional practice activities. Requisition and General Details Requisition ID : 45500BR Travel Required : Up to 25% Pay Grade Maximum : Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills Pay Grade Minimum : Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills Pay Basis : Monthly Work Location : Lubbock Job Type : Part Time Department : SON Lbk Genl Position Description (summary): The Associate Professor faculty position provides leadership in teaching, scholarship, service, and clinical practice within the School of Nursing; responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in online, classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings; fostering student success through academic advising and mentorship; engaging in scholarly activities appropriate to rank; and contributing to the mission of the School of Nursing and TTUHSC through service, professional engagement, and program development. Major/Essential Functions Teaching and Instruction Provide academic and clinical instruction within the School of Nursing. Plan, coordinate, and conduct educational experiences in online, classroom, laboratory, simulation, and clinical settings. Teach undergraduate and/or graduate nursing students using evidence-based instructional strategies. Maintain academic standards established by the School of Nursing and TTUHSC. Assume responsibility for and/or participate in the planning, organization, implementation, and evaluation of assigned courses. Incorporate current knowledge, emerging technologies, and innovative teaching methodologies into course delivery. Evaluate student learning outcomes and provide timely, constructive feedback to support academic success. Student Advising and Mentorship Provide academic advising, counseling, and professional mentoring to assigned students. Assist students in achieving educational and professional goals through individualized guidance and support. Promote student engagement, retention, and success in the nursing program. Curriculum and Program Development Participate in the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of curriculum, programs, courses, and student learning activities. Collaborate with faculty colleagues to ensure program compliance with accreditation, regulatory, and institutional standards. Support initiatives that enhance educational quality and student outcomes. Scholarship and Research Conduct research, scholarly inquiry, clinical scholarship, or professional practice activities consistent with the expectations of an Associate Professor rank. Disseminate scholarly work through publications, presentations, grant activities, or other recognized scholarly outlets. Maintain a scholarly orientation in accordance with the TTUHSC Guidelines for Qualification of Faculty Appointment Rank. Contribute to the advancement of nursing science, education, and practice. Service and Professional Engagement Participate actively in program, school, university, and community committees and activities. Contribute to faculty governance and institutional initiatives. Maintain membership and active participation in professional nursing and academic associations. Serve on local, state, regional, or national committees within professional organizations. Support activities that promote the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of the School of Nursing and TTUHSC. Professional Development Develop and implement an individualized professional development plan. Participate in continuing education programs, workshops, conferences, and professional meetings to maintain current knowledge and competency. Demonstrate ongoing professional growth in teaching, scholarship, leadership, and clinical practice. Qualifying Information Required Qualifications Earned Doctorate AND Master's in Nursing from a regionally accredited university. Master’s in Business Administration. Current RN/APRN license in the State of Texas or have the ability to transfer license to Texas. Holds national certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult Gero Acute Care NP. At least seven (7) years of clinical experience in the advanced practice nursing role as a Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult Gero Acute Care NP. Does this position work in a research laboratory? No Preferred Qualifications Experience or education in telehealth practice. Experience in supervising APRN students and APRN projects. Leadership experience related to the coordination of teaching activities. Experience with curriculum, instructional design and implementation, including online education and clinical education. Background in research activities and scholarly achievement. Benefits TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Examples include health plans, paid time off, retirement plans, wellness programs, and other employee benefits. The institution also provides opportunities for personal and professional growth. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Introduction TTUHSC values and recognition as a great place to work, with a focus on a values-based culture and a positive environment that supports career development. About TTUHSC Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is dedicated to educating students, providing patient care, and advancing knowledge through research. TTUHSC serves more health care professionals and provides clinical services to millions across many counties. This description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and its general nature and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr