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Assistant Professor of Nursing/Simulation and Skills Lab Coordinator

LOCATION: 51Æ·²èÔ¼ÅÚ Baptist University -  San Antonio, Texas

SUPERVISED BY: Dean of School of Nursing

POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 51Æ·²èÔ¼ÅÚ Baptist University is an intentionally Christian community of higher education that expects its employees to advance the mission, vision, and identity of the University as defined by policy and through the strategic plan.  They should maintain an authentic Christian faith that is evident through their personal interactions and activities, commitment to a local church body, and is a model for our students.  As a full-time faculty member, the Assistant Professor of Nursing will be primarily responsible for teaching. Faculty should seek out mentoring relationships with the students through opportunities such as academic advising, undergraduate research, and student organization support.

SPECIFIC TASKS AND DUTIES: 

  1. Prepare and teach (24) semester hours each academic year, receiving a 9-hour or 3 course annual load reduction to coordinate use of the Simulation and Skills labs a 12-month contract.
  2. Understand and abide by FERPA regulations.
  3. Keep required paperwork, including grades and attendance, submitting reports of these when requested
    1. Grades updated weekly on Blackboard
    2. Attendance updated daily on Blackboard
    3. Syllabus posted by start of term on Blackboard
    4. Student Status Report (course grade to that point) about 1/3 through the 16-week term through Student Services – may also include Concurrent Student spreadsheet to Registrar’s Office
    5. Final Grades (course grade for the 8-week session and including last date attended for failing grades) through Students Services – may also include Concurrent Student spreadsheet to Registrar’s Office
    6. Periodic grade and/or attendance checks requested by Department of Student Success and/or Department of Athletics
  4. Keeps required paperwork pertaining to inventory and supply needs for the simulation and skills lab, submitting reports of these when requested.
  5. Maintains daily operations of the simulation and skills lab, which includes collaborating with faculty to design, implement and evaluate simulations/skills scenarios aligned with curriculum.
  6. Abide by Accommodations sent by Title IX Coordinator and/or Disability Services Coordinator
  7. Maintain a minimum of 10 hours of office hours/week.
  8. Be available on campus five days a week.
  9. Dress professionally and appropriately for the tasks assigned.
  10. Academically advise undergraduate and if applicable graduate students and assist with registration and recruiting events.
  11. Assist the dean and faculty members in developing new courses/programs, reporting data, selecting textbooks, and developing syllabi.
  12. Serve on University, Faculty, and School Committees; assist with and attend graduations and school events and attend scheduled faculty/staff meetings and professional development activities.
  13. Maintain competence in the use of 51Æ·²èÔ¼ÅÚ’s adopted online teaching and retention management systems, including the satisfactory completion of all necessary annual training. These systems include, but are not limited to:
    1. Blackboard
    2. Colleague
    3. Perceptive Content
    4. Pioneer Pulse
    5. VitalSource
    6. Slate
    7. Student Services
  14. Service - Provide service to the university through committees, councils, and special projects.
  15. Complete other duties as assigned by the Dean of the School of Nursing.
  16. All work must be performed in alignment with the terms of the signed contract.

 Additional Requirements: 

  1. Endorsement by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.
  2. Able to pass background checks.

The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees in this job.  Employee may perform other related duties as assigned by the Vice President for Finance & Administration/CFO.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Must hold a master’s degree in nursing and prior professional or work experience is required.  Doctorate in nursing preferred.

Experience and Knowledge: Basic knowledge of nursing education and clinical experience in the content area assigned. Certification in simulation preferred. Must hold an unencumbered RN license in Texas or equivalent compact state licensure.  Commitment to maintain professional competence through activities such as nursing practice, continuing education programs, conferences, workshops, seminars, academic courses, research projects, and professional writing.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Organization skills
  • Strong time management skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software for financial data and presentations
  • Must possess strong interpersonal and written communication skills
  • Must possess discretion and integrity
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Work Environment: The work environment for this position is a standard office setting. Employees will work primarily at a desk or workstation, utilizing standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers.  The office maintains a controlled temperature. Noise levels are generally moderate, with typical office sounds such as conversations and office machinery. 

In addition, the position may require teaching in a university classroom setting. This environment involves direct interaction with students, delivering lectures, facilitating discussions, and managing classroom dynamics to maintain an effective learning atmosphere. Classroom conditions may vary, but typically include standard instructional technology such as projectors, whiteboards, and computers.  Noise levels can fluctuate depending on class size and activity, and the role requires adaptability to engage students and maintain order in a collaborative academic setting.

Hours of Work: Plainview campus - Although full-time, nonexempt Plainview employees are normally scheduled to work 37.75 hours per week, the official work week for full-time salaried employees is forty (40) hours. Normal workdays on all campuses are Monday through Friday.

Physical Demands:

  • Frequently stand, walk, and sit.
  • Frequently flex upper trunk forward while sitting or standing.
  • Frequently lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Frequently carry up to 10 pounds and occasionally carry up to 25 pounds
  • Occasionally pull or push objects.
  • Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially flex at the knees.
  • Frequently reach at or below shoulder height and occasionally reach above shoulder height.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance.   If hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three (3) days of hire date to establish identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).  Must be able to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state driver’s license.  Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record.

51Æ·²èÔ¼ÅÚ Baptist University does not unlawfully discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

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