Associate Professor/Professor of Nursing (Grant Funded)

Grant funded through September 30, 2028 (position is contingent upon renewed grant funding by the terms outlined by contract through September 30, 2031)

Associate Professor - salary range $58,936.23 - $69,066.51

SCOPE OF WORK:To educate students in nursing as outlined in a prescribed program curriculum and to assist in departmental initiatives and/or institutional activities that advance the mission of the college in support of the Rural Health Transformation Grant (RHT). This position shall report to the Department Chair of Nursing at Nashua Community College.

• Teaches an assigned academic course schedule in the subject area of Nursing within a classroom and/or clinical/field experience setting, with a specific focus on the clinical area of medical/surgical.
• Assists Department Chair as needed to address and resolve any grant-related issues, communicating when required to the CCSNH Director of Workforce Development and the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Grant Manager.
• Supports Department Chair and participates as needed in statewide, regional, and Federal RHT related conferences, seminars, or meetings to ensure programmatic efforts are aligned with best practices and evidence-based models for RHT.
• Demonstrates teaching effectiveness through the development of instructional materials that comply with established course content, integrate theory with applications, clearly define course goals, observe program and institutional accreditations standards, promote critical thinking and life skills, and responds to diverse academic needs.
• Maintains accessibility and availability to assist students with their learning needs and advises individuals or groups of students in academic matters and exercises professional judgment in referring students to appropriate personnel.
• Supervises student learning activities and academic progress and maintains accurate records of student progress and accomplishments. Consults with and interprets these to students and maintains accessibility and availability to assist students with their learning needs.
• Coordinates departmental activities and operations by developing credit and non-credit programs and/or courses, sharing teaching and learning methodologies with peers, serving as an academic resource, cultivating and maintaining collaborative relationships with business and industry within the field of Nursing, providing leadership in the development of articulation initiatives, maintaining educational equipment and spaces, and requisitioning instructional equipment, supplies or classroom materials.
• Assists in the planning, development, and implementation of college sponsored recruitment and retention activities including career and job fairs, student orientations, registrations, and award ceremonies, and/or advising student activity groups, as assigned.
• Engages in professional activities related to Nursing that partner the college with the wider community by serving on college or system teams, or participating in community-sponsored events, as assigned.
• Remains technologically and pedagogically current within the field of Nursing through participation in relevant professional associations and educational and training activities. Utilizes appropriate instructional and administrative technologies as required for teaching effectiveness and college operations/communication.
• Observes all academic policies and procedures and institutional rules and regulations and demonstrates ethical and professional behavior.
• Serves on and leads college or system committees, as assigned.
• Complies with all system, college, state and federal rules and regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with major study in Nursing.

Experience: Five (5) years of teaching experience in nursing, or five (5) years of business or industry experience as a registered nurse, nurse practitioner, or other position directly related to the field of Nursing.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Must have experience in medical/surgical.

License/Certifications: Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse within the State of New Hampshire or be eligible for licensure. Must meet the continuing education requirements by the Board of Nursing to maintain continuing licensure. Access to transportation.

RECOMMENDED WORK TRAITS: Thorough knowledge of teaching methods and materials, problems and subject matter related to course of instruction. Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in postsecondary teaching. Knowledge of educational standards and procedures in the Technical Institute or College to which assigned. Ability to work with and secure the cooperation of others. Ability to maintain comprehensive records of the progress and development of the individual student. Evidence of good professional attitude. Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the college’s appointing authority.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

Professor - salary range $66,675.15 - $78,774.86

SCOPE OF WORK: To educate students in nursing as outlined in a prescribed program curriculum and to provide leadership in development and implementation of departmental and institutional activities that advance the mission of the college in support of the Rural Health Transformation Grant (RHT). This position shall report to the Department Chair of Nursing at Nashua Community College.

• Teaches an assigned academic course schedule in a classroom, laboratory, and/or clinic/field experience setting as appropriate for the nursing program with a specific focus on the clinical area of medical/surgical.
• Assists Department Chair as needed to address and resolve any grant-related issues, communicating when required to the CCSNH Director of Workforce Development and the Rural Health Transformation (RHT)Grant Manager.
• Supports Department Chair and participates as needed in statewide, regional, and Federal RHT related conferences, seminars, or meetings to ensure programmatic efforts are aligned with best practices and evidence-based models for RHT.
• Demonstrates teaching effectiveness through the development, modification, and evaluation of program curricula and instructional materials that comply with established course content, integrate theory with applications, clearly define course goals, observe program and institutional accreditation standards, promote critical thinking and life skills, and respond to diverse academic needs.
• Maintains accessibility and availability to assist students with their learning needs and advises individuals or groups of students in academic matters relevant to the academic area of specialization and exercise professional judgment in referring students to appropriate personnel.
• Supervises student learning activities and academic progress and maintains accurate records of student progress and accomplishments. Consults with and interprets these to students.
• Assists with the selection, placement and follow-up of students at the college to which assigned.
• Coordinates and leads departmental activities and operations by meeting with executive and advisory groups to discuss needs, career developments, and the effectiveness of instruction, developing and evaluating credit and non-credit programs and/or courses, mentoring faculty in subject area competency and instructional expertise, actively cultivating and maintaining collaborative relationships with business and industry within the field of instruction, and engaging in outreach to educational partners for the development and implementation of articulation initiatives.
• Provides leadership in the planning, development, and implementation of college sponsored recruitment and retention activities including career and job fairs, student orientations, registrations, and award ceremonies, and/or advising student activity groups, as assigned.
• Engages in professional activities related to the area of teaching specialization that partner the college with the wider community by serving on college or system teams, or participating in community-sponsored events, as assigned.
• Remains technologically and pedagogically current within the specialized field of instruction through participation in relevant professional associations and education and training activities. Utilizes appropriate instructional and administrative technologies as required for teaching effectiveness and college operations/communications.
• Observes all academic policies and procedures and institutional rules and regulations and demonstrates ethical and professional behavior.
• Serves on and leads college or system committees, as assigned.
• Complies with all system, college, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Possession of current or active RN licensure and a master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with major study in Nursing.

Experience: Six (6) years of teaching experience in nursing, or six (6) years of business or industry experience as a registered nurse, nurse practitioner, or other position directly related to the field of Nursing.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Must have experience in medical/surgical.

License/Certifications: Must meet the continuing education requirements by the Board of Nursing to maintain continuing licensure. Access to transportation.

RECOMMENDED WORK TRAITS: Thorough knowledge of teaching methods, use of instructional materials and the organization of subject matter into effective teaching units in technology or other specialized programs. Complete knowledge of the principles, methods, techniques and equipment in subjects being taught. Ability to evaluate student progress and provide guidance to both students and instructors. Ability to supervise professional instructional staff and collaborate in development of programs, policies and procedures. Ability to work effectively with businesses and community organizations. Ability to originate and implement new programs and to improve existing programs. Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

Please note: Resume's will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application and Employment History Sections that state "see resume" will not be accepted

CCSNH has established employer status within the New England states (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island). In compliance with CCSNH policies and state regulations, eligibility for employment within CCSNH and its institutions requires residency within a New England state.

Nashua Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Discrimination on the basis of age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor is strictly prohibited.

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