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Assistant or Associate Professor Nursing

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Review of applications begins immediately and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application.

Salary and other considerations will be competitive and consistent with the university’s commitment to recruiting the best-qualified individual.

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Position Details

Position Information

Job Title Assistant or Associate Professor Nursing
Position Number XXXXXX-XX
Department Leach College of Nursing - Joliet, IL main campus
Job Grade
Position Summary
The University of St. Francis, a Catholic, Franciscan institution in Joliet, Illinois, invites applications for a full-time position as Instructor/Assistant or Associate Professor.

This position will be available in August 2024, pending budget approval; and can be tenure-track depending on qualifications.

The Leach College of Nursing offers CCNE-accredited undergraduate and graduate programs as well as a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. We serve traditional-aged and adult students through a variety of learning formats.

The university is located in a residential neighborhood 35 miles southwest of Chicago with satellite locations in downtown Joliet, IL, and Albuquerque, NM. The surrounding Chicagoland area offers robust park and recreation resources, major league sports, cultural arts, museums, festivals, shopping, restaurants, and two major airports.

Faculty members whose assignments are to classroom and practicum instruction are collectively responsible for curriculum design, planning, implementation, and evaluation, and for the development and implementation of specific course offerings in the curriculum/clinical.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Uphold and fulfill the mission and philosophy of the Leach College of Nursing.

Participate in and promote a culture of continuous quality improvement

Teaching: Select content, teaching methods, and learning activities appropriate to the achievement of course objectives; Direct the learning activities of students in the classroom/practicum and/or simulated setting as assigned; Evaluate the academic and practicum competencies of students using testing and other appropriate measures; Participate in the development and revision of selected course syllabi; Maintain a cooperative relationship with personnel in agencies utilized for student practicum experiences; Improve teaching effectiveness through participation in advanced study and/or continuing education offerings pertinent to nursing education and through use of peer review and student evaluation information.

Advisement/Counseling of Students: Participate in the academic advising role as established by the faculty; Available as a resource to students beyond and above the normal classroom hours and posted office hours; and Refer students with special needs to appropriate resources.

Provide service to the University, Leach College of Nursing, and the community: Serve on appropriate University/College and Governance Committees; Participate in University/College activities including faculty, students, and alumni; Cooperate in the recruitment and retention of students; Engage in scholarly endeavors and research for professional and scholarly growth.

Participate in professional programs and attend workshops and/or classes for personal enrichment; Participate in College projects in the area of expertise.
Minimum Requirements
  • DNP or Ph.D in related fields required.
  • Current RN license or eligibility for licensure in Illinois
  • Two years experience in clinical nursing practice
  • Evidence of self-development through participation in continuing education offerings, advanced study, scholarly pursuit, and/or professional and clinical activities
  • Willingness to uphold and fulfill the mission, vision, values, and traditions of the University of St. Francis
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position
Preferred Requirements

  • Experience in teaching baccalaureate and/or graduate nursing
  • Experience in using simulation in teaching
  • Expertise in the use of technology and web-based nursing education
Hours/Shift/Work Schedule
This is a full-time, nine-month contract position, August–May. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.

The start is August 2024.
Physical Requirements of Position
Work is performed in classroom and office settings with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards. Substantial time is spent working on a computer. This is sedentary work that requires the following physical activities: sitting, walking, bending, stooping, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, talking, hearing, and visual acuity.
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number FP0677-16
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • Public Job Posting
    • Internal Job Posting
    • Agency Referral
    • Advertisement/Publication
    • Personal Referral
    • Website
    • Other
  2. * Are you willing to uphold the Catholic and Franciscan values of the University?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Do you have a current Illinois RN license?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Please indicate your highest level of education:
    • Less than GED/high school diploma
    • GED/high school diploma
    • Bachelor's degree
    • Master's degree
    • In a doctoral program
    • ABD
    • Doctorate
  6. * Do you have a Master's of Science degree in Nursing?
    • Yes
    • No
  7. * How many years of relevant experience do you have?
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 - 2 years
    • 3 - 4 years
    • 5 - 7 years
    • More than 7 years
  8. * How many years of experience do you have as a nurse educator in classroom and clinical settings?
    • Less than 2
    • 2 - 4
    • 5 - 7
    • 8+

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at time of application)
  4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
  5. License/Certification
  6. Mission Response at https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/856/docs/32812.pdf
  7. Reference List - names and contact information of 3 additional references
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Recommendation 1 (you must upload something; letter writers may send directly to Working@stfrancis.edu)
  2. Letter of Recommendation 2 (you must upload something; letter writers may send directly to Working@stfrancis.edu)
  3. Letter of Recommendation 3 (you must upload something; letter writers may send directly to Working@stfrancis.edu)