Full Time Faculty - Nursing (10-month/permanent/tenure-track)

Full Time Faculty - Nursing

Henry Ford College presents an opportunity for a Full Time Faculty - Nursing position. Teach courses in or related to Nursing for majors and non-majors in a variety of delivery modes as assigned (in-person, online, or hybrid) and as consistent with both current developments in the discipline as well as best practices in teaching and learning to foster and improve student success. Actively engage in curriculum and course development; course and program coordination; advising and assisting students; the assessment of student learning; training and mentoring colleagues; and, the continuous improvement of the program/department. Cooperate with the College community in meeting the needs of students with diverse backgrounds and abilities, both in the classroom and in the college environment. Participate in shared governance through meeting attendance and service on program, department, school, divisional, and college-wide committees. Work collaboratively to advance other program, department, school, divisional, and college-wide initiatives.

Complete application materials include:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial transcripts
• Complete list of classes taught including the course, year, semester and credit hours
• Teaching philosophy (AI submissions will not be considered)

Core Competencies and Qualifications

The most successful candidate will have a career that reflects the following competencies and qualifications. However, education, experience, and training that demonstrates proficiency and the ability to perform the essential duties will be evaluated for equivalency to the criterion listed below:

• Earned Master's degree or higher in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution of higher education required.
• Candidates must have successfully completed at least two years full-time teaching (or the equivalent in part-time teaching experience) in higher education at a level comparable to a community college.
• Candidates must express themselves clearly and effectively in both oral and written form.
• Candidates must demonstrate competence in designing, organizing, and delivering effective and appropriate learning experiences in classroom and/or laboratory settings.
• Candidates must demonstrate effectiveness using technology to provide instruction, including use of online learning platforms to deliver and manage course materials, possessing the willingness and ability to be trained in new technology as needs arise.
• Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of the community college mission/philosophy, possessing the desire and ability to work collaboratively, effectively, and responsibly with colleagues, staff, and community college students in a diverse and multicultural setting.
• Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to keeping professional skills and knowledge up-to-date.
• Current unencumbered RN license from the State of Michigan.
• Three years of medical – surgical clinical experience.

The ideal candidate may have a career or experience that includes some or all the following:

• Current clinical practice in a nursing specialty area (OB, Pediatrics, or mental health) nursing within the last 10 years.
• A terminal degree in Nursing (DNP, PhD) or a terminal degree in Education (PhD, EdD)
• Experience with curriculum development and/or revision
• Experience with ACEN accreditation
• Experience with instructional technology (LMS, on-line teaching, simulation)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Including But Not Limited To

• Teach 15 contact hours per week and provide a minimum of 5 hours per week or consultation with students.
• Prepare innovative and effective learning experiences (lectures, labs, demonstrations, exercises, activities) that foster student engagement, understanding, and success.
• Assist in coordination of courses within the discipline, including but not limited to maintaining syllabus templates, updating and distributing instructor guides, selection of textbooks and learning materials, updating course policies, revision and distribution of course documents and resources, instructor mentoring, and collaboration with academic leadership and support staff.
• Incorporate appropriate use of instructional technology into classroom and laboratory settings to enhance and facilitate student learning.
• Share in the responsibility of developing and coordinating effective student learning experiences beyond the classroom (assigned labs, studios, academic supports, etc.), including organization and maintenance of equipment employed in such settings.
• Comply with, promote, enforce, and maintain all safety and security protocols, regulations, features, and practices regarding equipment and facilities usage in learning environments.
• Maintain and apply current knowledge of the discipline/subject area/field as well as effective educational methodologies and practices by engaging in relevant and ongoing professional development.
• Work collaboratively with faculty colleagues and academic leadership regarding course, curriculum, and program development; teaching innovation; student retention and completion; course and program enrollment initiatives; the assessment of student learning, testing, and grading; instructor training and mentoring; establishment and compliance with program/department/school policies; and, advancement of the College's mission, underlying principles, and strategic plan.
• Monitor and document the academic performance/progress of students to ensure that they successfully achieve the criteria for completing course and program learning outcomes.
• Support student success by facilitating their awareness and navigation of college resources.
• Cooperate with the College community in meeting the needs of students with diverse backgrounds and abilities, both in the classroom and in the college environment.
• Participate in shared governance through meeting attendance and service on program, department, school, divisional, and college-wide committees.
• Work collaboratively to advance other program, department, school, divisional, and college-wide initiatives.
• Adhere to and comply with all policies, procedures, and processes established by the program, department, school, division, and College, meeting deadlines and due dates as established.

• Maintain current Michigan licensure and expertise in nursing practice.
• Perform/complete other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Please submit a full application packet as outlined above.