Job Title

　　Instructor of Nursing

　　Agency

　　Texas A&M University - Texarkana

　　Department

　　CASE Nursing/Kinesiology

　　Proposed Minimum Salary

　　Commensurate

　　Job Location

　　Texarkana, Texas

　　Job Type

　　Faculty

　　Job Description

　　Texas A&M University – Texarkana and its nursing programs are committed to meeting the healthcare needs in East Texas. The nursing program at Texas A&M University - Texarkana awards Bachelor of Science degrees (ADN-BSN & Traditional BSN) and Master of Science degrees in Nursing Administration and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. The programs are offered face-to-face (Traditional BSN), online (ADN-BSN), and online/hybrid (MSN) and are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The nursing programs are part of the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) and will be pursuing an aggressive program growth agenda over the next five (5) years. The appointment will be for a 9-month full time faculty member.

　　ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Teach courses in the BSN and ADN-BSN programs in a variety of formats (online, hybrid, face-to-face) including clinical and simulation teaching/ supervision.

　　Student advisement as assigned

　　Active participant in program development, renewal and revision

　　Perform appropriate levels of service locally, regionally, and/or nationally

　　Work with the Director of Nursing to develop collaborative relationships with local and regional healthcare entities

　　Ability to seek and participate in independent and/or collaborative extramurally funded projects and research

　　In accordance with Texas Board of Nursing, Rules and Regulations relating to Nurse Education, Licensure and Practice (2014), faculty shall be responsible for:

　　Supervising student in clinical and experiential learning experiences;

　　Supervising all initial nursing procedures performed by the student in the clinical area and ascertaining that the student is competent before allowing the student to perform an actual nursing procedure independently;

　　Developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum; and

　　Participating in the development, implementation, and enforcement of standards/policies for admission, progression, probation, and dismissal of students, and participating in academic guidance and counseling.

　　This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

　　KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Licensed to practice as an RN in the state of Texas

　　Minimum of four (4) years of nursing practice experience

　　Master of Science in Nursing or equivalent

　　Location/re-location within a 75-mile radius of Texarkana, Texas or Texarkana, Arkansas.

　　Excellent interpersonal skills

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Experience using Canvas or similar LMS

　　Experience teaching in a classroom and clinical settings

　　Current clinical practical experience or teaching equivalent

　　Medical-surgical and/or critical care experience

　　A record of professional activities related to nursing or nursing education

　　Evidence of research agenda and scholarship

　　Other Requirements

　　Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours.

　　Ability to maintain confidentiality.

　　SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

　　This position generally does not supervise employees.

　　OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

　　To apply: Upload your cover letter, resume/CV, 3 professional references with contact information and with one reference being a supervisor/manager and copies of your transcripts in the questionnaire section of your application.

　　Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact [email protected].

　　All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

　　Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

　　As a member of The Texas A&M University System, Texas A&M University-Texarkana is a comprehensive regional university that provides students with academically challenging, engaging, and rewarding educational experiences through quality teaching, scholarship, student support services, co-curricular programming, research, and service.Through the personal attention of our faculty and staff, students are afforded the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, abilities, and skills to become leaders in their chosen professions and to prepare for the opportunities of serving in a global environment.A&M–Texarkana began in 1971 as part of East Texas State University and joined The Texas A&M University System in 1996. Our 375-acre campus, which opened in 2008, is near beautiful Bringle Lake in Texarkana, Texas, in a region known as the Ark-La-Tex.With a commitment to academic excellence, student success, and community leadership, A&M-Texarkana is comprised of three academic colleges: education and liberal arts; business; and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The university accommodates students by offering flexible class schedules, web-based courses, and online degree programs.A&M-Texarkana is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Red River Athletic Conference, with men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, baseball, and softball programs.

　　The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of eleven universities, seven state agencies and a comprehensive health science center. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each individual employee. Equal opportunity and access will be provided throughout the A&M System to all students, employees, and prospective employees. Employment opportunities for all A&M System members and locations are updated daily and posted on this searchable website.

　　The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

　　If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (903) 223-1360.