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Nursing Faculty, RN-BSN Program

Employer
Anna Maria College
Location
Paxton, Massachusetts, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Oct 18, 2024
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Nursing Faculty RN-BSN Position Description; RN-BSN Program



POSITION SUMMARY :

The nursing faculty RN-BSN member reports to the Dean of Nursing Programs. This is a 12-month nursing faculty position with teaching in the traditional BSN and RN-BSN programs as well as oversight responsibilities within the RN-BSN online program. The nursing faculty RN-BSN member ensures course student learning outcomes are met through provisions of faculty and administrative duties. The nursing faculty RN-BSN member is required to participate in the mission and governance of Anna Maria College, nursing curriculum development and evaluation, and development and implementation of the systematic evaluation plan for the RN-BSN program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES :

  1. Teaching Responsibilities:
    1. Promote high standards of academic achievement and integrity in assigned courses;
    2. Implement established course syllabi or develop new syllabi in accordance with College standards;
    3. Harmonize course content among sections of the same course;
    4. Review student work and report grades to students on a timely basis;
    5. Maintain documentation according to college and program policy;
    6. Engage in continuing development of effective instructional strategies;
    7. Hold regular office hours for student conferences;
    8. Maintain a portfolio of student advisees, guiding them in progression toward degree;
    9. Assist with the planning and implementation of clinical and lab teaching and learning for the assigned course(s);
    10. Write letters of recommendation as requested by students or alumni of the Program;
    11. Participate in relevant professional development activities to stay abreast in the field of nursing, and as required for the maintenance of professional licensure.
  2. Service Responsibilities
    1. Contribute to a collaborative and collegial working atmosphere within the Program and the College, supporting the stated missions, philosophies and goals;
    2. Participate in faculty development and training;
    3. Employ communication systems, technologies, and policies in service of the smooth operation of the institution;
    4. Adhere to provisions described within the Faculty Guidebook and Faculty Handbook;
    5. Serve on college-wide, faculty, and departmental committees, as needed.
  3. Research Responsibilities
    1. Encourage and support research and innovation in nursing;
    2. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and evidence-based decision-making;
    3. Seek grant opportunities and/or partnerships to enhance research initiatives;
    4. Maintain an innovative approach to course delivery, meeting students where they are.
  4. RN-BSN Responsibilities
    1. Responsible for curriculum and strategic priorities of the RN-BSN Program;
    2. Maintains interest in pedagogical issues affecting programs within their unit and other issues of importance in higher education;
    3. Promotes a culture of continuous improvement and innovation;
    4. Conducts regular curriculum reviews to ensure rigor, relevancy, and currency;
    5. Reviews and submits annual Catalog updates;
    6. Manages department’s budget;
    7. Completes RN-BSN Program’s annual reports;
    8. Ensures quality of instruction through periodic assessments and audits;
    9. Reviews and submits course schedules to the dean;
    10. Ensures periodic reviews of RN-BSN Program policies and procedures and implements updates as necessary;
    11. Develops initiatives to increase new and transfer student enrollments
    12. Evaluates transcripts for transfer students;
    13. Participates in Open Houses and other growth opportunities;
    14. Supports and engages in marketing efforts on behalf of the School of Nursing programs;
    15. Assists with recruiting opportunities for the School of Nursing programs;
    16. Responds to student appeals, complaints, and requests for exceptions;
    17. Coordinates faculty assignments to ensure equitable workloads;
    18. In collaboration with deans, hires part-time faculty to teach courses and oversees their onboarding and evaluation;
    19. Assembles, reviews, and posts syllabuses;


Conducts classroom observations for part-time faculty and submits written evaluations to the Dean;

  1. Approves departmental expenditures for equipment, supplies, instructional technology, audio-visual materials, and library purchases;
  2. Collaborates with the Dean and DSIP on partnerships & funding opportunities;
  3. Holds regular meetings with faculty and staff members in the RN-BSN Program;
  4. Meets with the School Dean on a regular basis to discuss departmental goals and priorities;


EXPECTED RESULTS :

The nursing faculty chair will provide an opportunity for nursing students to complete the course student learning necessary to fulfill requirements for eligibility to graduate with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing degree from Anna Maria College.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY :

Supervise and mentor all adjunct faculty within the RN-BSN program.

CONTACTS :
  • Maintain verbal, written, and/or electronic communication with current and potential nursing students.
  • Communicate with alumni for program feedback and support.
  • Establish and maintain community connections.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO REACH ACCEPTABLE PERFORMANCE :
  • Hold an advanced degree in Nursing; e.g., earned master’s degree in nursing and possess an earned doctorate in nursing (or its equivalent).
  • Hold an unencumbered Massachusetts Registered Nurse license in good standing.
  • Possess a minimum of three years nurse educator experience (or its equivalent) within the last five years.
  • Possess a minimum of one year of full-time higher administration in nursing education experience (or its equivalent) within the last five years.
  • Maintain expertise appropriate to teaching responsibilities.
  • Provide documentation of current Healthcare Provider CPR requirements.
  • Preferred certification as a certified nurse educator.

Company

 Anna Maria College [square]

Anna Maria College is a four-year, private, co-ed, Catholic institution, located in the heart of New England on a 260-acre campus where students are educated to become ethical leaders and community-oriented professionals.

Anna Maria College integrates a liberal arts education with real-life career preparation. The College offers a variety of undergraduate majors, as well as many graduate and certificate programs, both on-ground and online. The small student-faculty ratio allows for a highly personalized learning experience, while the modest class and campus size foster optimal student involvement, collaboration and friendships.

As a Catholic institution inspired by the ideals of the Sisters of Saint Anne, Anna Maria College educates students to become individuals who will transform their world as ethical leaders and community-oriented professionals.

Popular majors are associated with essential careers that drive social impact in communities: nursing, criminal justice, fire science, social work, mental and behavioral health, education, therapeutic arts, business, and more. The College offers an Honors Program and unique study-abroad opportunities. Anna Maria is a member of a Worcester-area College Consortium that allows students to cross-register at other Consortium colleges at no additional cost.

At Anna Maria, you can enjoy all that campus life has to offer and partake in the excitement of the Worcester area. We’re a short drive to Boston, Cape Cod, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont and Rhode Island.

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