Professor of Practice, Nursing

Le Moyne College, located in Syracuse, N.Y., is an independent college established by the Jesuits in 1946 to provide students with a values-based, comprehensive academic program designed to foster intellectual excellence and preparation for a life of leadership and service. Today, Le Moyne has evolved into a nationally acclaimed college of liberal arts and sciences that draws students from across the U.S. and abroad.

Le Moyne College is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Its emphasis is on education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life. Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.

Le Moyne College aims to advance the values of diversity and inclusiveness at the college. To do this, Le Moyne seeks scholars and professionals who bring innovation, creativity, and impact to the campus, and who bring greater depth, breadth, and diversity to our campus community.

The Department of Nursing at Le Moyne College invites applications for a full-time professor of practice nursing faculty appointment.  This ten month faculty position focuses on teaching, mentoring and advising responsibilities across the graduate and undergraduate nursing programs. The ideal candidate will bring clinical expertise, a passion for excellence in nursing education, and a collaborative approach working alongside a team to  develop the next generation of nursing professionals. 

The responsibilities associated with this position include, but are not limited to:

1. Curriculum & Program Development: Actively participate in the design, instruction, and continuous curriculum improvement strategies for the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program.

2. Program Accreditation and Compliance: Actively participate in the maintenance, self-study, and review processes for FNP program accreditation.

3. Course Delivery & Innovation: Design and deliver engaging graduate and undergraduate courses, including on-campus and online learning environments.

4. Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a content expert to ensure academic rigor and clinical relevance in all assigned courses.

5. Clinical & Professional Mentorship: Teach clinical applications and foster professional role development among students as a classroom instructor and clinical preceptor providing faculty oversight of students (Not all faculty serve as preceptors).

6. Student Advisement: Provide academic advising and mentorship to students, supporting their professional and educational growth.

7. Service & Governance: Contribute to institutional growth by participating in Department of Nursing, Purcell School, and College-wide committees and service initiatives including: monthly department meetings, faculty senate meetings, college committees, commencement exercises, program admissions, marketing and student events. 

• Demonstrates and role-models all of Le Moyne’s mission-based competencies (collaboration, communication, diversity, integrity, leadership and service) in every interaction with all community members and external parties.

• Strengthen digital literacy skills through education and the application of digital technologies in order to effectively engage in information gathering, utilization and data management while promoting a security culture.

• Supports cura personalis by treating all individuals with dignity, professionalism and kindness.

• Promotes cura apostolica by aligning professional goals, objectives, and performance with college’s strategic goals.

• Demonstrates excellent work attendance, reliability and work ethic.

• Attends and actively participates in required meetings and training sessions.

• Complies and adheres to all of Le Moyne’s established policies, procedures and codes of conduct at all times, including all health and safety requirements and regulations, to promote desired behavior and build awareness.

• Must complete all required federal, state, institution and department trainings.

• Engages in a planned program of professional development. Continually maintains skills and knowledge relative to the position and technology industry including best practice, evolving operational requirements, and industry trends.

• Performs a variety of related duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree in Nursing (Doctorate preferred).

• Current Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification.

• Active, unencumbered New York State RN license.

• Prior higher education teaching experience with a history of teaching excellence.

• Experience with program planning and curriculum development in advanced practice nursing.

• Excellent public speaking and verbal communication skills.

Additional Information:

Le Moyne College prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship & immigration or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.  Le Moyne makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. 

To apply for this position please click the 'Apply Now' button and submit the required materials for consideration:

* Cover letter outlining your interest in the position
* Current resume
* Contact information for 3 professional references