Assistant Professor - Nursing/Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - 992129

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Primary Purpose:

Responsible for teaching nursing students as well as supervision of students at clinical training facilities, imparting cognitive, affective and psychomotor skills appropriate for the practice of professional nursing. Required to participate in scholarship service activates required which may include articles in refereed journals, invited presentations, paper and/or poster presentations at state and regional meetings; active participation in professional nursing organizations at local and state levels; active nursing professional experience to practice in the State of Florida.

Appointment to the rank of professor requires a record of distinguished scholarship and outstanding teaching ability, evidenced by recognized professional productivity in the field(s) of specialization. Appointment to the rank of associate professor normally requires a record of substantial success in teaching, scholarship, and service. Appointment to the rank of assistant professor requires completion of professional training, which in most disciplines will be a terminal degree (usually the earned doctorate), and the clear promise of a successful career in teaching, scholarship, and service.

Job Category: Exempt

Hiring Range:  Commensurate with experience

Pay Basis:  Annually

Subject to Grant Funding? No  

Essential Job Functions: 

1. Teaches undergraduate or graduate course(s) in the classroom and online as assigned.
2. Selects teaching and evaluation strategies appropriate to the students and setting.
3. Presents ideas clearly, utilizing various teaching strategies, meeting students' needs and provide support to guide students in learning style.
4. Creates a climate that is conducive to learning.
5. Stimulates intellectual curiosity and student engagement in course content.
6. Provides and maintains a reliable schedule of office hours for student advising, tutoring, remediation and consultation.
7. Participates in department and college-wide committees and meetings.
8. Engages in curriculum development related to current and new courses.
9. Maintains a personal professional development plan, which may include research and/or other creative activities, to assure growth and currency within the academic field.
10. Displays behavior consistent with professional ethics.
11. May manage subordinates in the classroom or laboratory.
12. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the University's and nursing policies and procedures and applicable laws.
13. Participates in state and/or local community service that is a recognized from a career development.
14. Collegially collaborate with faculty across the college on various campuses.
15. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job Requirements: 

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 1. Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals.
2. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
3. Ability to effectively present information to student, public groups, or professional organization.
4. Ability to work with appropriate mathematical concepts specific to the particular discipline.
5. Ability to apply concepts to practical situations.
6. Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
7. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.).
8. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables simultaneously.
9. Adaptability and willingness to teach courses and/or perform special duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
2. May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to pens, pencils and computer keyboards.
3. Must be able to lift at least 25lbs.

Required Certifications/Licensures: 1. Maintains current Florida Nursing License.
2. Certified Nurse Practitioner.
3. Licensed as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Required Education: Master's Degree

Major (if required: 

Required Experience: Five (5) years of related experience and/or training, including research.

Preferred Qualifications: 

D.N.P., Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Nursing or related field.

Is this a safety sensitive position? No  

Background Screening Required?  No  

Pre-Employment Conditions: 

Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.