General Info:
James Madison University (JMU) School of Nursing invites applications for this 10-month full-time appointment that will begin on August 25, 2024. The School of Nursing (SON), offers CCNE accredited Baccalaureate, Master’s, and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs. Teaching responsibilities will focus on BSN undergraduate program needs.
This position is a Renewable Term Contract (RTA). Successful applicants will be assigned the rank of instructor or assistant professor based upon their qualifications.
JMU is a comprehensive state university offering 76 undergraduate, 53 master’s, and 8 doctoral programs to more than 20,000 students. Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, 2 hours from both Washington D.C. and Richmond, VA, JMU is recognized by the U.S. News and World Report as the most recommended public university in the U.S as well as the most innovative university in the South. The School of Nursing enjoys many opportunities for interprofessional and community partnerships. For more information, visit http://www.nursing.jmu.edu.
The College of Heath and Behavioral Studies (CHBS) is working to identify and dismantle oppressive racist and discriminatory policies, practices, and processes while advancing inclusive excellence and promoting a CHBS culture in which every member can flourish. We are especially interested in qualified candidates with a demonstrated commitment towards building equitable and inclusive environments. Join us in achieving our goal of continuing to grow as a inclusive excellence college that embodies an atmosphere of belonging.
In alignment with CHBS, the School of Nursing (SON) stands against injustice and systemic oppression in all its forms. As nurses we have a responsibility to act with empathy and inclusiveness to reduce inequities. The SON commits to engage with communities, locally and globally, through inclusive, dynamic, and innovative nursing education, practice and scholarship to create health equity.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties and responsibilities for the position include teaching, scholarship and professional, community, and/or university service. This position requires in person teaching in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings and other teaching duties in the BSN program related to Psych/Mental Health with opportunities to teach core competencies for nursing education is anticipated.
Qualifications:
Qualifications for this position include the following: Minimum of a graduate degree in Nursing is required, and a Doctorate in nursing or related discipline is preferred. Recent experience in practice or teaching in psych/mental health nursing is required. Experience teaching in higher education is preferred. Additional professional or teaching experience related to the core competencies for nursing education is desired.
Other requirements include RN registration and the ability to obtain Virginia nursing licensure within six months of the start date. The faculty of the School of Nursing is committed to the JMU core value of diversity, equity and inclusivity and therefore seeks candidates who are committed to contributing to building an equitable and inclusive environment.
Pay Rate: Commensurate with Experience
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
