Department: Department of Nursing, College of Health Sciences and Human Services
Reports To: Nursing School Head
Appointment: Full-time, 9-month faculty appointment. Rank and tenure eligibility determined by qualifications and experience.
Position Summary
Methodist University invites applications for a full-time nursing faculty position in the pre-licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. The successful candidate will teach didactic, laboratory, and clinical courses across the undergraduate curriculum. This position is ideal for a nurse educator with a strong generalist foundation who is committed to preparing practice-ready graduates for licensure and professional practice.
Essential Responsibilities
Teach assigned didactic, simulation, laboratory, and clinical courses in the pre-licensure BSN program, with emphasis on fundamentals, adult health, medical-surgical, and critical care content
Supervise students in acute care clinical settings and maintain effective working relationships with clinical partners
Participate in curriculum development, course revision, and program assessment activities aligned with CCNE accreditation standards and North Carolina Board of Nursing requirements
Mentor undergraduate nursing students, including support for NCLEX-RN preparation and success
Contribute to student recruitment, admission, and progression processes, as assigned
Engage in scholarship consistent with rank and university expectations
Serve on department, college, and university committees
Participate in interprofessional education initiatives within the College of Health Sciences and Human Services
Maintain current clinical competence and licensure
Application Materials
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three professional references.
Required Qualifications
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program
Current unencumbered RN license in North Carolina or eligibility for licensure prior to start date
Minimum of two years of clinical experience in adult health, medical-surgical, or critical care nursing
Demonstrated ability to teach and evaluate students in classroom and clinical settings
Commitment to student-centered teaching and inclusive learning environments
Preferred Qualifications
Earned doctorate in nursing or related field (PhD, DNP, or EdD); ABD candidates with a defined completion timeline will be considered
Prior teaching experience in a pre-licensure nursing program
Certification in a relevant specialty (e.g., CCRN, CMSRN, PCCN) or nursing education (CNE)
Experience with simulation-based education
Record of scholarship, professional service, or clinical leadership appropriate to rank