Nursing Professor
Hesston College School of Nursing and Health Studies is seeking a student-focused, full-time nursing faculty member to join our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. We are committed to providing a supportive and innovative learning environment where students are empowered to develop strong clinical judgment and competence for real-world nursing practice. If you are passionate about student success and advancing nursing education through simulation, we invite you to join our collaborative team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach and mentor BSN students, with a focus on engaging, hands-on simulation experiences using high-fidelity manikins and virtual reality scenarios.
- Design, implement and assess simulation-based learning activities that promote clinical judgment and competency development.
- Teach at least one nonclinical-based course each semester, supporting students’ understanding of nursing practices, professional development or other BSN foundational topics.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to integrate the latest evidence-based pedagogies in nursing simulation throughout the BSN curriculum.
- Support students’ academic, professional and personal growth through advising and individualized feedback.
- Participate in curriculum development, assessment and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Stay current with trends in nursing education, simulation technology and competency-based teaching strategies.
- Participate in college shared governance activities, such as faculty committees.
Required Qualifications:
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or higher.
- Experience conducting nursing simulations with manikins and virtual reality.
- Understanding of current pedagogical approaches in nursing simulation.
- Commitment to student-centered teaching within a curriculum based on the Clinical Judgment Model and competency-based education.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Coursework or certification in nursing simulation.
- Previous teaching experience, especially at the BSN level.
- Experience with curriculum development and assessment.
Application Instructions:
Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts and contact information for three professional references to joinus@hesston.edu. Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled.
About Hesston College:
At Hesston College School of Nursing and Health Studies, our BSN program is dedicated to preparing compassionate, competent nurses ready to meet the challenges of today’s healthcare environment. We foster a collaborative, student-centered community where innovation and excellence in nursing education are at the heart of everything we do. EOE