DEPARTMENT OF NURSING FULL-TIME This position description applies to full-time Faculty teaching in a Pre- or Post-Licensure Course Leader or Didactic role. RESPONSIBILITIES: The general responsibilities of all employees are described in the Mount St. Joseph University EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK which is available on the Internet. The specific responsibilities of all faculty in the Department of Nursing include: THE DEPARTMENT OF NURSING: Supports the Mission of the University and the Mission, Philosophy, and Strategic Plan of the Department of Nursing. Participates in regular, special, and standing committees and other activities of the Department of Nursing, School of Health Sciences, and Mount St. Joseph University; Contributes to developing, implementing, evaluating, and revising the nursing programs' curricula, program outcomes, curriculum plans, regulatory tasks, and accreditation tasks. Contributes to developing and revising departmental and student policies concerning administration, admission, retention, evaluation, progression, and graduation. Assists in the development and evaluation of the Department's Strategic Plan, including budget planning and quality improvement initiatives. Acts in accord with the Department's professional and ethical standards as developed and enunciated by the Faculty; Accepts leadership responsibilities within the Department; Represents the Department of Nursing at the University and the external community levels; Participates in the recruitment of qualified faculty and students; Supervises the activities of teaching assistants, if utilized. THE CLINICAL/ LAB SETTING: Collaborates with other Nursing team members to evaluate students based on course outcomes; Facilitates integration of theory and research in clinical practice; Makes assignments relevant to course outcomes and students' learning needs: Establishes and maintains a cooperative working relationship with consumers, clinical agencies, and personnel; Communicates goals for students' clinical practice according to specified criteria; Evaluates the clinical agency's effectiveness in providing learning experiences for students. THE CLASSROOM SETTING (includes all formats: in-person, blended online, online): Selects, plans, organizes, and implements learning experiences in assigned courses which assist students to meet course and program outcomes; demonstrates thorough knowledge of subject matter; demonstrates ability to integrate related content areas; uses creativity in developing an interactive learning environment; evaluates students based on course outcomes, identifies strengths and areas needing improvement, and facilitates the development of strategies for improvement and mastery of subject area. THE ACADEMIC ADVISING SETTING: Interprets University, School, Department and Program policies for students; facilitates clarification and/or validation of course requirements, Program, School, University, and agency policies when communicating with students; posts regularly scheduled times for student conferences and advising sessions; maintains professional boundaries and sets limits with students; makes appropriate referrals and assists students to seek professional counseling and remedial opportunities when necessary PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates knowledge of current trends in healthcare, nursing, and nursing education; demonstrates creativity in learning strategies, assessment, and nursing practice; actively participates in professional organizations and community activities; demonstrates commitment to professional growth; collaborates with colleagues in nursing and in other disciplines.