Northwestern State University College of Nursing and School of Allied Health seeks an applicant for a 12-month full-time faculty position in the FNP Program available in Alexandria or off campus instructional site beginning May 15, 2023.

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• Letter of application
• An updated CV
• Official Transcripts
• List of three professional references with complete contact information

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• Master of Science in Nursing; Doctorate preferred.
• National Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner
• Louisiana License as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
• Minimum of three years clinical nurse practitioner experience
• At least three years of nurse educator experience; three or more preferred
• Pass background check and meet required standards defined by the university

• Teach all classes in a manner that will fully promote academic excellence.
• Provide instruction in areas of expertise.
• Utilize a variety of teaching strategies appropriate to domain of learning.
• Serve as a role model to students and peers.
• Assist with development, evaluation and revision of curriculum, and policies and procedures within the College of Nursing.
• Maintain required office hours.
• Maintain good attendance.
• Supervise and evaluate student learning experiences.
• Teach across programs as needed.
• Maintains Clinical practice as an advanced practice nurse and participates in student clinical learning/practice with affiliated agencies.

• Serve as an advisor and mentor for students in the College of Nursing.
• Advises students interested in the program and those currently in the program in regard to the curriculum and APDG requirements.

• Attend College of Nursing and/or University functions and committee meetings as assigned.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the College of Nursing goals and objectives.
• Assist with maintenance of records and files pertinent to the College of Nursing.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with federal laws and program policy.
• Serve as a Liaison between the College of Nursing and other University departments as well as local, state, and national agencies and professional organizations.
• Comply with guidelines/regulations of university, state of Louisiana, SACSCOC, LSBN, CCNE, ACEN, NLNAC, NONPF and/or other agencies as required.

• Actively participates in scholarly activities and other creative activities, such as, scholarly research; writing books, book chapters, and/or articles; podium or poster presentations; etc.

• Maintain appropriate expertise and competencies through continuing professional education, and development and pursuit of scholarly activities.

• Recruit students to all programs within the College of Nursing and School of Allied Health.
• Represent the College of Nursing and University in a professional manner.
• Participate in activities that promote the College of Nursing, including those that may occur in the evenings, out of town and on the weekend.

• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the Program Director, Senior Director, Dean, or University Administration.