What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Nursing position at University of Arkansas?
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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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Department:Nursing Department
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Required Education and/or Experience:
- Masters in Nursing;
- Recent clinical and teaching experience in a successful accredited nursing program;
- Current unencumbered AR or multi-compact states RN licensure is required.
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
- Doctoral degree in nursing or related field or current enrollment in a doctoral program is preferred;
- Teaching experience and recent experience in nursing practice or nursing education in the area(s) of program need is preferred.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach, advise, mentor and evaluate students.
- Participate in service to the university, community and profession.
- Establish and maintain a program of scholarly activities.
- Conduct clinical and classroom experiences designed to meet student and program learning outcomes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including but not limited to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to create, maintain, and track detailed databases.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to interact effectively and professionally with students, staff, faculty, and outside agencies.
- Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to drive and operate a vehicle.
- Ability to travel within the state.
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Recruitment Contact Information:
bgrimes1@ualr.edu
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Adult Maltreatment, Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse TestingThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:Standing, TalkingFrequent Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboardingOccasional Physical Activity:LiftingBenefits Eligible:YesThe University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
