ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF NURSING

Northwestern State University College of Nursing and School of Allied Health seeks an applicant for a 12-month full-time faculty position for the Associate/Bachelor of Science degree programs in nursing available in Shreveport, or off-campus instructional site beginning August 3, 2026. Academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.

To Apply:

Submit 1) a letter of application, 2) an updated CV, 3) official transcripts (if not from NSU) and 4) a list of three professional references with complete contact information to: Tamara Baxter, Department Head and Interim Senior Director, College of Nursing, Northwestern State University, 175 Sam Sibley Drive, Natchitoches, LA 71497 or email baxtert@nsula.edu . Mailed documents are preferred. Notice of Non-Discrimination (Full Disclosure) Northwestern State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. All complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Title IX Compliance and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union or email tix@nsula.edu. In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and noticed that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in Room 128 Caspari Hall or email andersonje@nsula.edu. For student academic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Crissey Smith (318-357-5460) located in Room 111 Watson Memorial Library or email smithcr@nsula.edu. For faculty/staff accommodations and services, contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu. A Masters in Nursing required, however, a Doctorate is preferred (required for academic rank of Associate Professor); Eligible for membership on undergraduate and graduate faculty. Unencumbered licensure status as an RN or APRN in the state of Louisiana; or eligible for Louisiana licensure. At least three (3) years of clinical nursing experience. At least three (3) years of nurse educator experience; three (3) or more preferred. Must be able to pass a background check and shall meet the required standards defined by the University.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preform faculty responsibilities in a large, nursing education department at Northwestern State University located on the Shreveport Campus.
• Assist with program expansion in Natchitoches and surrounding areas.
• Teach all classes in a manner that will fully promote academic excellence.
• Provide instruction in areas of expertise.
• Evaluate student learning experiences.
• Serve as a role model to students and peers.
• Reflect on the university in a positive manner.
• Assist with maintenance of records and files pertinent to the College of Nursing.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding faculty and students in accordance with federal laws and program and university policies.
• Assist with the development, evaluation and revision of policies and procedures within the College of Nursing.
• Attend College of Nursing and/or university functions and committee meetings as assigned.
• Maintain required regular office hours and excellent attendance.
• Advise and counsel students during office hours and/or at other times and settings as needed.
• Participate in activities that promote the College of Nursing, including those that may occur in the evenings, out of town and/or on the weekend.
• Be flexible, collaborative, and cooperative about all college and university activities, maintaining a positive, respectful, and supportive attitude.
• Recruit students to all programs within the College of Nursing and School of Allied Health.
• 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 university, state, SACSCOC, ACEN, CCNE and/or other guidelines as required.
• Serve on department or college-wide committees and/or state level committees/boards on behalf of NSU CON.
• Represent the college and university positively in interactions with professional and academic groups at local, state, and national levels.
• Utilize a variety of proven teaching methods appropriate to student population and targeted domain of learning.
• Participate in periodic review of course materials, including development of course reports.
• Maintain appropriate expertise and competencies through continuing professional development and pursuit of scholarly activities including teaching pedagogy, grant writing, research, scholarly publication, and presentations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to College of Nursing's goals, values, and objectives.

MOTOR, STRENGTH, AND MOBILITY SKILLS

• Manipulate equipment (locks, push buttons, knobs, switches, and medication administration equipment) using fine motor skills.
• Complete delicate procedures in a timely and accurate manner.
• Safely push a wheelchair, stretcher, or other transport equipment from a patient waiting area or patient room to other parts of the facility.
• Safely transfer a patient from a wheelchair or stretcher to the bed or exam table.
• Raise arms above head and in all directions to manipulate equipment.
• Stand and walk for extended periods of time (up to 12 hours).
• Lift twenty-five (25) pounds of weight and at minimum, ten (10) pounds above head.
• Perform all aspects of CPR, ACLS, PALs, and Basic Life Support as required by specific clinical program.
• Employ diagnostic reasoning (select graduate students).

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Communicate effectively in English (via verbal and written means) with patients, family members, physicians, and all members of the health care team.
• Read and quickly comprehend written instructions to deliver appropriate patient care.
• Document written and electronic records and assignments in an accurate and timely manner.
• Willingly receive and provide feedback.
• Process and communicate information on the patient's status with accuracy, in a timely manner, to members of the healthcare team.

SENSORY (HEARING, VISION, TACTILE

AND OLFACTORY

) SKILLS

• Hear sufficiently to interact with patients and medical staff when background noise is present.
• Detect audible sounds within the hospital, such as equipment alarms, fire alarms, telephones ringing, and overhead pages.