Assistant Professor, Didactic

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Position Summary:

The Assistant Professor, Didactic facilitates distance education instruction by incorporating innovative teaching methodologies, cutting-edge technologies, and other industry trends reflecting advancements in the discipline by promoting an interdisciplinary approach to advanced practice nursing education and healthcare delivery within and outside the College. The incumbent will be accountable for the delivery of the nursing curriculum in accordance with the mission, vision, values, and purposes of the Program. The Assistant Professor, Didactic will engage with learners in all aspects of the nursing education process including evaluating the potential for achievement in the program and is accountable for Nursing Education Services successful attainment of key performance indicators, program and functional outcomes, and the success of the College’s mission.

The Assistant Professor, Didactic will show evidence of participation in academic or professional association related to domain and will assist in the selection and development of faculty. This role may be responsible for the development and modification of the curriculum in coordination with committees.

Role and Responsibilities:

- Monitors, engages, and maintains open communication with learners in all aspects of the nursing education process, including attendance, performance, comprehension, and evaluation in accordance with course outcomes, and submits required reports according to published deadlines.

- Attends nursing faculty meetings, participates in committees, engages in shared decision-making, and participates in other faculty activities as required.

- May be assigned to various modalities, including experiential, didactic, evaluations, and NCLEX coaching based on the needs of the College.

- Participates in the successful implementation of other functional projects as they arise.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

- A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in higher nursing education, preferably online education.

- Earned Graduate degree with a major in nursing from an accredited institution.

- Active, unencumbered RN or APRN license from state of residence and ability to obtain RN and NP licensure in any jurisdiction required by the College, including a valid multi-state license.

- Either has an earned Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) credential or commits to obtaining this certification within a one-year period.

- Maintains current knowledge in multiple areas of nursing practice.

- Additional Contributions: Annual Professional Development, Service as SME, Service on Committees, and maintain a learner load congruent with current faculty matrix for the assigned course(s).

Budgeted Hiring Range: $83,000 - $87,890 USD

All new hires are required to attend New Collaborator Orientation (NCO) in Salt Lake City, Utah. The College will cover travel, lodging, and other accommodations.

Nightingale’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected both in our learners and collaborators because we believe the best outcomes for learners from underserved and diverse populations are achieved through collaborators with similar backgrounds and cultures. Nightingale Education Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Our Mission (not just words on the wall, we live it, love it, and daily contribute to it) : With the primary focus on higher learning in healthcare professions, Nightingale Education Group contributes to elevating education, health, and employment systems through facilitation of academic achievement, personal growth, and professional development of its learners, alumni, and collaborators, while serving diverse communities.

At Nightingale Education Group, our Innovative Education model helps transform rural health landscapes through our blended-distance learning platform. Every person involved with Nightingale Education Group helps to change the lives of our learners, our communities, and ultimately the world by adding to the quality of healthcare. We are proud to have graduated nearly 5,000 nurses serving communities in need. We are serious about our outcomes and have a little bit of fun getting there.

The professional and personal development of our learners and our collaborators is our company’s foundation. Not only do we develop strategies that promote a positive work-life integration, but we also create an environment that invites you to become an expert in your field, be it through higher education or professional development. Put simply, we elevate employment, elevate health, and elevate education. We’re so happy that you’ve found us!

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen.

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