Fort Hays State University (FHSU) Department of Nursing, as part of the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences (CHBS), is seeking a full-time, nine-month nursing faculty for undergraduate studies to commence January 21, 2025. The Department of Nursing serves undergraduate students in a pre-licensure BSN program and a virtual RN to BSN program. The position serves in the role of Assistant Professor and will teach and participate in service and scholarship to equal a full-time load in the department. This is an on-campus position and is responsible for in classroom teaching both in person and virtual and attending undergraduate clinicals with at least 50% of the position serving in the simulation lab to assist faculty in simulations and to train faculty in the use of simulation equipment. Travel to regional teaching institutions to assist with simulations may be required. Scholarship will be required. This is a tenured position.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Nursing and with admission to a MSN program. Candidate must have a plan of study on file and continue taking courses without pause until the MSN degree is complete. The candidate must have an RN license (Kansas or eligible).
Preferred Qualifications:
- MSN Degree
- Prior Teaching experience in nursing
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong computer and technology skills
- Experience in simulation
Rank: Instructor for Bachelor's degree OR Assistant Professor for Master's Degree
Appointment Date: January 21, 2025
Application Deadline: Priority Deadline December 3, 2024
Required Application Documents: In addition to a curriculum vitae or resume, each applicant must provide a cover letter specifying how his/her credentials match the job description, a statement of teaching philosophy, goals for scholarship, expectations for student engagement, and three references with address, phone number, and e-mail addresses. Applicant documents should be submitted in one complete PDF.
If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:
Name: Amy Meder
Phone: 785-628-4498
About the Department: Fort Hays State University Department of Nursing serves undergraduate students in a pre-licensure BSN program and a virtual RN to BSN program. The department offers a Master’s of Nursing Education degree and a Master’s of Nursing Administration degree. In addition, the department offers a Doctorate of Nursing Practice program with an emphasis as a Family Nurse Practitioner for BSN to DNP students and a Post Master’s Doctorate of Nursing Practice program for APRNs.
About the College: The College of Health and Behavioral Sciences is home to challenging and exciting degree programs in the fields of
allied health,
communication sciences and disorders,
health and human performance,
nursing,
psychology and
social work. With 80 full-time faculty serving nearly 2900 undergraduate and graduate students, the departments offer programs that prepare students for careers in some of the fastest-growing occupations in the United States. Outstanding facilities, comprehensive and demanding curricula, and a reputation for innovation and excellence in teaching provide a framework for graduates to excel in their chosen field. In addition to discipline specific coursework, students have numerous opportunities to gain experience and knowledge through research projects, field trips, service-learning activities, teaching apprenticeships, internships, and student exchange. Students develop skills and competencies that prepare them to be practitioners, scientists, health care providers, educators, managers, and policy makers destined for key roles in the health and behavioral sciences.
Community of Hays
FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.
Notice of Non-discrimination: Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.
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