Nursing – Full Time, Tenure Track

Job Details

Department: 
Job Type:  Faculty
Status:  Exempt
Deadline:  Until Filled

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Interested candidates should complete an employment application at application and include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and a statement describing the current vitality of your personal Christian faith.  Applications available at jobs.asbury.edu

Position Summary

Asbury University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in the Shaw School of Sciences, Department of Nursing.  This position offers a unique opportunity to join an institution dedicated to integrating Christian faith with a commitment to academic and clinical excellence.

Teaching Content Focus: Public Health, Medical-Surgical I

Asbury University is an independent, Christian, liberal arts university in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition. In the desire to be a more inclusive community, reflective of the Kingdom of God, we especially encourage applications from candidates with ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented on our faculty and staff. At Asbury University, employees must display a committed and dynamic Christian faith along with the ability to support the University’s Wesleyan Holiness theological position, lifestyle standards, and mission. Candidates must agree, support and adhere to University policies and procedures – including the Faculty Manual, Community Standards Guidelines, Human Sexuality Statement, and the Standard of Conduct for employees. Asbury University does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, or handicap in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.

Nursing faculty will work collaboratively within a supportive Christian environment, adhering to the standards of the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and in compliance with the Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN) regulations.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Teaching
   • Deliver high-quality instruction in the undergraduate nursing program, including classroom, clinical, and laboratory settings.
   • Develop and implement nursing curriculum that reflects the integration of Christian values, CCNE standards, and Ky Board of Nursing education requirements.
   • Utilize innovative teaching methods, including simulation and evidence-based practices, to promote student learning, engagement, and spiritual growth.
   • Mentor, teach and advise students in academic, professional, and spiritual development, fostering a supportive learning environment.
   • Teaching and program management activities are equivalent to 24 credit hours in an academic year.
2. Scholarship
   • Engage in scholarly work, including research, publications, and grant writing, that aligns with Asbury University’s mission and contributes to nursing and nursing education.
   • Actively pursue professional development opportunities that enhance teaching effectiveness, clinical skills, and scholarly impact.
3. Service
   • Contribute actively to committees, supporting the Christian mission and values of Asbury University and the Department of Nursing.
   • Maintain professional licensure, practice, and involvement in state and national nursing organizations.
4. Compliance and Accreditation
   • Support ongoing CCNE accreditation and KBN compliance through active participation in program assessment and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
   • Collaborate with faculty and nursing administration to ensure that all course content, clinical experiences, and course documentation meet accreditation and licensure standards.
   • Engage in assessment and data-driven program improvements contributing to reports and evaluations as required by CCNE and KBN.

Required Qualifications

1. Education

• Master’s degree in Nursing, accepted
• Doctoral degree in Nursing (Ph.D., DNP, EdD) or a related field from an accredited institution, preferred

2. Licensure/Certification
   • Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license to practice in Kentucky
3. Experience

• Minimum of two years of full-time (or equivalent) clinical experience as a registered nurse
• Demonstrated experience in nursing education, including didactic and/or clinical teaching

4. Knowledge and Skills

• Commitment to Christian faith and the ability to integrate faith into teaching and mentorship
• Knowledge of and commitment to meeting CCNE and KBN nursing education standards

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong foundation in evidence-based nursing education and clinical practice, with proficiency in instructional technology and simulation
• Experience with nursing curriculum development and program assessment

Compensation: 

Compensation is competitive and dependent upon education and experience. Benefits include retirement (TIAA/CREF) and insurance plans.

 Application Process:

Questions may be directed to Dr. Connie Lamb, Chair of the Department of Nursing  Connie.Lamb@asbury.edu

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.