Faculty: Undergraduate Nursing

Concordia University is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world.Position SummaryConcordia University seeks applicants for a full-time undergraduate faculty position in the School of Nursing (SON). The successful candidate is a registered professional nurse with a terminal degree who is responsible for classroom teaching (face to face, online, and blended), as well as the potential for clinical instruction, and other activities relating to nursing education. This is a twelve-month on-site contract with the University. The successful candidate will be expected to be on campus on days when assigned classes are scheduled, as well as Monday's and Thursdays for department and School of Nursing meetings. This position reports to the Undergraduate Nursing Program Chairperson.Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesEach faculty member is expected to comply with all rules and regulations for university faculty as outlined in the Concordia University Wisconsin & Ann Arbor (CUWAA) and School of Nursing (SON) Faculty Handbooks. In addition, they have the following responsibilities:AcademicImplement teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needsProvide guidance and mentorship to studentsProvide timely written and verbal feedback related to student performanceKeep current records of student grades and academic workParticipate in ongoing course and program review and revisionParticipate in program governanceClinicalTeach and/or coordinate clinical courses based on professional expertiseFollow SON policies and procedures related to clinical teaching and student performanceCommunicate regularly with course coordinators and program director/chair regarding concernsWork collaboratively with staff at assigned clinical facilities/agenciesRequired to meet the health and vaccination requirements for all health care clinical affiliates who partner with the SON programs. *These requirements may vary from university requirements.Professional ActivityMaintain unencumbered RN licensure and current knowledge of clinical practice within the areas of teaching responsibilityAssist with recruitment of studentsParticipate in professional, community, university, and school serviceEngage in scholarship commensurate with academic rankOther duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesDemonstrates effective leadership, organizational skills, and is a self-starterExhibits a willingness and ability to work with diverse individuals and organizationsExperience with using technology, specifically use of high-fidelity simulation preferredFamiliar with the university campus lifeAble to deal with interruptions and work in a fast-paced environmentAble to present a Christian and professional mannerCandidates should possess strong written and oral communications skillsAble to travel occasionally on behalf of the UniversityAll candidates should possess an ability to meet deadlines and work night/weekendsSupportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS)Education & ExperienceCurrent Wisconsin licensure as a registered nurse or eligible for such licensureMaster of Science Degree in Nursing and an earned doctorate in nursing or related fieldCurrent knowledge of theoretical principles and clinical practice within at least one of the following specialty areas is required: pharmacology, community health, psychological health, med-surg, obstetrics/women's health, leadership and managementPrevious teaching experience in a baccalaureate or higher degree program is preferredPrevious use of innovative and active teaching strategies, including simulation and VRPhysical Demands/Equipment (Click to View)Compensation & BenefitsThis is a full-time, exempt (salary) faculty position. The starting wage may be determined upon education and/or experience. Academic rank as designated by the President. Concordia University benefit options include, but are not limited to the following:Health, Dental and Vision InsurancePersonal Spending Account, Flexible Spending Account, and/or Health Savings AccountDisability and Survivor PlanRetirement Pension PlanRetirement 403(b) Savings PlanBasic Life and Supplemental Life InsuranceAccidental Death and Dismemberment CoverageCritical Illness and Accident InsuranceTuition waiver benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)Compensation and Benefit DetailsApplication InstructionsTo receive full consideration, all applicants are must complete and submit an online employment application through the Concordia University Employment page: https://cuw.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Click on the job you are interested in applying to, enter your contact information in the Apply Now section, and then click the Apply For This Position button to begin the application process.Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until successful candidate(s) are identified. Applicants should include with their online application: letter of intent, resume, curriculum vita, copy of transcripts, three letters of reference, and description of teaching philosophy. Equal Opportunity EmployerIt is the policy of CU to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.However, CU is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CU reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religion. In addition, preference in holding certain employment positions is given to ordained or rostered ministers of the LCMS. Based on a religious tenet, CU recognizes only male, LCMS ordained Ministers of the Gospel, but recognizes both male and female LCMS Rostered Ministers of the Gospel.The Human Resources Department has been appointed to manage the equal employment opportunity program, including all equal employment opportunity activities, as required by federal, state and local agencies. If any employee or applicant for employment believes this policy has been violated, he/she must contact the Director of Human Resources.Concordia University is a HLC accredited, co-educational, liberal arts school offering more than 72 undergraduate majors, over 35 master's degree programs, and 5 doctoral programs. There are also a variety of accelerated evening and e-learning programs.

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