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Company Description:

When Bay Path opened its doors to students in downtown Springfield, MA in 1897, it had a very clear goal: to provide a practical, affordable, and career-oriented education to meet the needs of companies, organizations, and communities. From the beginning, Bay Path prided itself on being entrepreneurial, constantly pushing the boundaries of the academic experience to fit the student. To start them on the road of success. We still do.

Today, that spirit and philosophy is more important than ever in higher education. At Bay Path, it's not just the number and breadth of undergraduate and graduate programs that defines us-and we have many-but it is our ability to connect the classroom to learning to leadership to experience to career that is at the core of what we do best. We know the work that needs to be done.

Bay Path University, an independent and not-for-profit institution, was named Among Fastest Growing Baccalaureate Colleges by the Chronicle of Higher Education Almanac, and is a member of the Women's College Coalition. With a main campus in Longmeadow, MA and four satellite locations, (East Longmeadow, Sturbridge, Concord, Springfield), Bay Path offers undergraduate, graduate (for women and men) degrees, and professional certificates.

We're committed to preparing our students to navigate a constantly changing world. Whether it is one of our innovative academic programs, groundbreaking online learning platform, or through our Women as Empowered Learners and Leaders initiative, we educate our students in ways that will help them to grow, learn to adapt, and always to flourish. Be part of the change.

We invite you to visit our website at www.baypath.edu where you can learn more about Bay Path University.

Job Description:

• Position Code: TBD


• Job Type: Full-time, Exempt, 12-Month Faculty


• Schedule: M-F, some weekends as needed


• Location: East Longmeadow, MA Campus

JOB SUMMARY:

We seek a dynamic, collaborative DNP/FNP faculty member who has an established track record for high quality teaching and curricular development at the university level and who is interested in preparing Nurse Practitioners for 21st Century careers. Faculty members of the program are experienced educators, respected clinicians and scholars who share a passion for teaching, mentoring students, and the delivery of quality patient care.

The BSN to DNP/FNP program is designed primarily as a post-baccalaureate Family Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program of study leading to a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). The position is primarily in the graduate program, but the candidate may teach across programs. The ideal candidate must be certified as an FNP and have online teaching experience. Opportunities for teaching are in primary care sequence, as well as in the candidate's area of expertise. This is a full-time, 12-month appointment.

The chosen candidate must be academically and experientially qualified to accomplish the mission, goals, and expected program and student learning outcomes; vested to provide effective instruction and leadership to students, and work collaboratively with program staff and faculty in alignment with the standards and guidelines of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), and the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF).

This Faculty position will report directly to the Chief Nurse Administrator and carry a course load of 24 credits/academic year through the University; will demonstrate the ability to creatively engage students in didactic, experiential, and practicum learning opportunities; collaborate with other undergraduate and graduate program leaders, and other faculty members/staff of the university.

This 12-month appointment and will be hired at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, with teaching and program development responsibilities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications.

Bay Path University's School of Education, Human and Health Sciences houses the University's Genetic Counseling, Physician Assistant, Occupational Therapy, Healthcare Management, Public Health, Clinical Mental Health and Programs in Education, Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis. Through evidence-based practice and project-based learning, most of these programs prepare health care professionals for success in a rapidly changing global environment, with applied work, clinical rotations, practicums and fieldwork assignments.

The scholar selected for this position will join a collaborative and dedicated School which emphasizes excellence in education at all levels. The faculty member will be expected to participate in curriculum and programmatic development and innovation; advisement of graduate students; participate actively in local, state, and national professional organizations; and contribute to the service mission of the University and the School of Education, Human and Health Sciences.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assume responsibility for online didactic teaching as assigned.


• Working with the Program Director, assume responsibility for course planning, implementation and evaluation in the program.


• Participate in the selection of instructional materials, library resources, and other materials necessary for enhancing the teaching/learning experience.


• Working with Practicum Coordinator
  
  
  
  • Assume responsibility for clinical supervision of assigned students.
  
  
  • Collaborate in choosing appropriate clinical experiences to meet the stated course objectives.
  
  
  
  


• Maintain evaluative records of student performance and conference with students regarding their progress at appropriate intervals.


• Conduct student advisement and assessment of learning outcomes on a regular basis according to the program's assessment plan.


• Maintain required weekly office hours.


• Participate in all CCNE accreditation activities, such as but not limited to: report writing and data collection.


• Work collaboratively with nursing colleagues and colleagues from other disciplines.


• Remain actively involved in professional organizations, maintain scholarship in the field of nursing.


• Actively seek opportunities for and participate in Nursing Education's faculty governance.


• Support and provide supervision in student DNP projects.


• Produce intellectual contributions leading to publication in peer-reviewed journals, and service are required.


• In collaboration with the Center for On-line Learning and assigned Instructional Designer(s):
  
  
  
  • Work to develop and maintain courses in Canvas LMS.
  
  
  
  


• Maintain knowledge and skills in the area of clinical expertise (i.e., through direct care, coordinator of care, staff development continuing education, health policy, consultation).


• On-campus presence required.


• Participate in University, Program, and School of Education Health and Human Sciences' meetings and activities.


• Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned by the University.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctoral degree (DNP, EdD, or PhD) required.


• Current, unencumbered MA Registered Nurse License and certification as a nurse practitioner required.


• National certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.


• Minimum of 3 years, current clinical experience as Family Nurse Practitioner required.


• Ability to teach courses within the Advanced Practice curriculum beyond the specialty. Courses may include data management, epidemiology, nursing research, and DNP Project courses.


• Evidence of continued and progressive professional development in the academic and professional communities.


• Evidence of excellent oral and written communications


• Evidence of teaching and service excellence, including graduate level teaching experience in an academic institution.


• Online teaching experience strongly preferred.


• Computer literacy and proficient with computer Learning Management Systems (LMS) strongly preferred.


• Adept interpersonal skills and communication: personally, via phone, email and web-conferencing.


• Evidence of current practice in the field as a FNP.


• Valid U.S. driver's license.


• Must successfully pass the online Safe Driving Course (within 15 days of hire) and driving record check at time of hire and annually thereafter.


• If you operate a University owned, leased or personal vehicle at any time while performing your duties you must follow all policies and procedures outlined in the Operations Manual. You must have a valid driver's license and must successfully pass the online Safe Driving Course and driving record check at time of hire and annually thereafter. Additionally, you must report any driving offense, on or off company time, which causes a loss, suspension, or any other change in your license status. You must report this change within one business day of the offense. You can report this change to the Human Resource Department or your direct supervisor. Failure to do so can lead to disciplinary action, up to and including terminations.


• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and within FERPA and HIPPA guidelines.


• Ability to adhere to University policies and procedures.


• Should be committed to a culture of diversity, respect and inclusion; demonstrated ability to build working relationships with people having a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences different from one's own.


• General knowledge of the University's mission, purpose and goals and the role this position plays in achieving those goals.

Additional Information:

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Bay Path University is a diverse community devoted to proactively nurturing a campus-wide culture that promotes and ensures respect, inclusion and safety for all members regardless of race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation and gender identity, socio-economic background, or physical ability. We are one University that opens our hearts and minds to conversations, to learning and to creating a community that is welcoming of all. Regardless of position, it is expected that each employee will embrace this commitment and demonstrate an attitude of respect toward and acceptance of all members of our community.

Bay Path University is a smoke- and tobacco-free community.

All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory background checking.

Application Instructions:

Applicants for this position should attach a cover letter resume / curriculum vitae, the contact information for four (4) professional, work related references and any other relevant information pertaining to this position and your candidacy. Please apply online. Faxes and emails will not be accepted.

Bay Path University is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and learning in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities, women and all underrepresented backgrounds. An Equal Opportunity Employer, Bay Path University is committed to fostering diversity in its student body, faculty, and staff.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position please email us at HR@baypath.edu or call 413-565-1168.