Assistant Professor of Nursing

The University of Sioux Falls is a private Christian University offering a positive, collegial work environment and a strong benefit andcompensation package. Benefits available, but not limited to, include health insurance, employer HSA contributions, and tuition remission inthe full-time employee compensation package.

ABOUT THE

UNIVERSITY and

USF SCHOOL OF NURSING

The USF School of Nursingoffers undergraduate programming through three program tracks, all leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Students and clinicalpartners alike continuously provide feedback that USF is a quality place to learn and grow. Through a focus on mutual support, intentionalshared governance, and genuine love for the profession, the School of Nursing unites to prepare the next generation of nursingprofessionals. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at the University of Sioux Falls is accredited by the Commission onCollegiate Nursing Education ( http://www.ccneaccreditation.org ). Current datashow that USF nursing students have the #1 pass rate on the

NCLEX-RN

in BSN programs in South Dakota among recent graduates, and they arehighly sought after in their field, both locally and regionally.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The successful candidate for thisfull-time faculty position within the School of Nursing will demonstrate excellence in teaching, a commitment to student mentorship, andactive engagement in scholarship and service. Faculty are expected to support the university's mission by integrating Christian faith andlearning, promoting ethical nursing practice, and preparing students for compassionate, competent service in diverse healthcare settings.

The position offers the opportunity to contribute to the professional and spiritual development of future nurse leaders.

MAJORFUNCTIONS COMMITMENT TO EFFECTIVE TEACHING.

Faculty provide excellence in nursing education, reflected in innovative,student-centered teaching practices. Effective teaching in this role includes fostering critical thinking, clinical judgment, andprofessional integrity in a diverse student population. Faculty are expected to be versed in teaching courses on-ground, online,accelerated, and traditional nursing programs. Teaching responsibilities include both classroom, laboratory, and clinicalnursing.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.

Continuous learning and growth in nursing education, clinical practice, research, andleadership are required. Faculty are expected to actively engage in scholarly activities and contribute to the advancement of nursingknowledge and education through ongoing professional enrichment while demonstrating expertise in the content area.

SUPPORT OFINSTITUTIONAL MISSION.

The successful candidate can articulate a commitment to upholding the university's values, vision, and faith-basedmission through teaching, service, scholarship, and engagement with students, faculty, and staff.

INSTITUTIONAL

SERVICE.Participation in the life of the University through service on committees, task forces, student mentorship, program development,accreditation efforts, among other activities, is required.

INTERACTIONS WITH STUDENTS.

Regular engagement with students isexpected through teaching, academic advising, and participation in non-teaching nursing school activities, such as the white coat ceremony,nursing orientation, and more, in a manner that reflects the university's faith-based mission - demonstrating respect, empathy, integrity,and a commitment to holistic student development.

GROWTH AND ASSESSMENT.

Demonstrate ongoing commitment to the evaluation andcontinuous improvement of teaching effectiveness, student learning outcomes, and program quality through participation in accreditationwork, collaboration with new and existing nursing faculty, and participation with other faculty in the development, implementation, andevaluation of the nursing curriculum.

COMPLIANCE WITH POLICES AND REGULATIONS.

(USF

AND OUTSIDE AGENCIES

).

Including but notlimited to:

Title IX, NCAA, NSIC, Department of Ed, SD Board of Nursing, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Clery Act,FERPA, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Department of Labor, and the

DOJ QUALIFICATIONS

Required Current RN license in the U.S. and eligible for licensure in South Dakota Master's degree inNursing Demonstrated excellence in clinical experience Teaching experience and classroom management (can be clinical oracademic) Demonstrated excellence in written, oral, and interpersonal communication Commitment to Christian faith in aChristian liberal Arts higher education environment Successfully pass a required background check Preferred Three or more years of experience in baccalaureate nursing education Three or more years of experience in clinicalnursing Experience with the role of simulation in education Doctorate completed or enrolled in a doctoral program innursing or a similar field Proficiency with online and on-ground teaching at the university level Demonstrated abilityto work successfully with students of diverse backgrounds

APPLICATION

Please submit the following to beconsidered for the position: Letter of intent/application letter Resume or curriculum vitae Statementof teaching philosophy Personal statement of Christian faith Official transcripts of all graduate work Aminimum of three current letters of recommendation•Three letters of recommendation are required; however, initialtelephone/virtual interviews may be conducted without recommendations. Should the candidate move on to subsequent interviews, letters ofrecommendation must be submitted to the USF Human Resources Department prior to the interview.