Visiting Assistant Professor - Nursing

Position Department: Nursing Position School: School of Health Professions Overview: The Department of Nursing at Robert Morris University invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor. The position includes a 24-credit teaching load for a 9-month visiting faculty appointment. The primary responsibility of teaching will be pediatric nursing in the undergraduate and/or graduate nurse practitioner program(s). Responsibilities: The successful candidate will effectively teach undergraduate and graduate-level nurse practitioner courses using a variety of content delivery formats, including on ground, online, and distance education/remote courses. The candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to student success through effective teaching-learning practices and course outcomes assessment. The candidate will possess effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact successfully with students, faculty and the university community. Minimum Qualifications: The candidate must possess a graduate degree in nursing with a doctoral degree in nursing or education or related field (i.e., public health). An unencumbered Pennsylvania or multi-state RN license and nurse practitioner certification in a relevant specialty area (i.e., FNP, PNP) are required. Teaching experience in higher education is preferred. Act 153 Clearance Required: Yes Required To Pass a Motor Vehicle Report Check (If driving on behalf of the University): Yes Required to Pass a Credit Check: No Additional Posting Information: None Special Applicant Instructions: None Commitment to Diversity: RMU complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. Reasonable Accommodation Notice: Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please email [email protected] or call us at (412) 397-6270 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.

The role involves teaching pediatric nursing courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Responsibilities include utilizing various delivery formats and ensuring student success through effective learning practices and assessment.

Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in nursing, education, or a related field and possess a valid RN license and nurse practitioner certification. Teaching experience in higher education is preferred.

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• Pediatric Nursing
• Curriculum Delivery
• Course Outcomes Assessment
• Online Teaching
• Distance Education
• Interpersonal Communication
• Clinical Instruction
• Student Mentorship

• Education
• Healthcare

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week