Job Description

Job Summary
The Department of Undergraduate Programs in the ETSU College of Nursing invites applications for one (1) open rank, 9-month position with specialization in psychiatric/mental health nursing and a focus on the care of patients with addiction/substance use disorder (SUD) treatment/recovery to start January 2025.

This position is one of five new faculty and two clinical fellow hires across four departments (Psychology, Counseling and Human Services, Nursing, and Social Work) focused on addiction and recovery. This position is for a one to three-year appointment and may be convertible to tenure-track no later than the end of year three of the appointment. Funding for the position is from the State of Tennessee’s Opioid Abatement Council. This position is one of a cohort of faculty and clinical fellows hired across behavioral health professions training programs who will help to grow the SUD workforce, and the skill set of the existing healthcare workforce around the region. In addition to support from the Department of Undergraduate Programs in the College of Nursing, this position will receive significant support for research from the Addiction Science Center. The Addiction Science Center partners with affected communities in Central Appalachia to advance the science of substance misuse prevention and treatment.

We seek an innovative and dedicated nursing educator with a strong commitment to teaching, scholarship, practice, and service. Successful candidates will be expected to contribute primarily to teaching in the undergraduate nursing program and, dependent on academic preparation, qualifications and department needs, may be asked to teach in graduate nursing programs. The position requires engagement in classroom, lab, simulation, and clinical-based teaching, supporting the development of future nursing professionals. The new faculty will join a dynamic group of nursing educators with a strong commitment to student success through innovative evidence-based teaching strategies, interprofessional collaboration, and fostering an environment where every student feels valued and supported.

Rank is determined at the time of hiring. Candidates considered for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor must possess a terminal academic doctoral degree in nursing or related field by the start date and demonstrate the potential for research productivity. Some appointments may be eligible for tenure. Qualifications for a clinical track position at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor require a terminal degree in nursing or related field. Clinical track appointments may be convertible to tenure-track no later than the end of year three of the appointment. Faculty rank and track commensurate with education and experience.

The College of Nursing is part of the University’s Academic Health Sciences Center, which also includes the James H. Quillen College of Medicine, the Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy, the College of Public Health, and the College of Health Sciences. The College of Nursing is the largest in the State of Tennessee offering multiple tracks for students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs. The Department of Undergraduate Programs is home to over 45 full-time faculty and 700 students across five (5) tracks including the Traditional BSN, Accelerated BSN (Johnson City, Kingsport, Sevierville), LPN-BSN, and RN-BSN/Dual Degree. The Department of Undergraduate Programs boasts a record of excellence with 60% of faculty holding specialty certifications and a strong record of collaboration and successful student outcomes. All programs in the College of Nursing are fully accredited by the CCNE.

The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including paid time off & leave, paid holidays, health and life insurance, retirement, access to University facilities and services, and much more! Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information. https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.

ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty, and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position’s essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of computer/audiovisual software and technology, including learning management systems and supplemental instructional platforms.
Knowledge of evidence-based nursing education practices.
Knowledge of nursing accreditation standards.
Knowledge of current healthcare practices including current technologies.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with a wide range of faculty, staff, students, and clinical partners.
Ability to effectively engage and motivate students.
Ability to work collaboratively with administration, faculty, staff, and clinical partners.
Ability to engage in clinical teaching as per workload assignment.
Ability to travel to clinical agencies based on workload assignment.
Ability to travel to other campus sites for teaching as per workload negotiation.
All applicants must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English in accordance with the Tennessee Board of Regents policy 5:02:01:03.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job across various settings in the classroom, simulation, clinical, and/or community as required and/or needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be engaged in physical activities that involve prolonged standing, walking, bending, stooping, pulling/pushing, and assisting students in clinical, laboratory, and simulation environments. The employee must occasionally lift and carry clinical teaching materials and equipment (i.e. lift, carry, push, and pull) up to 100 pounds or more. The employee must be able to perceive and respond to sounds and alarms; communicate effectively with others; be able to observe and monitor situations and details at close range in full and dimmed light. The employee will provide clinical instruction in healthcare settings of up to 2-3 clinical courses per semester, with each clinical lasting up to twelve hours per day. Rapid mobility may also be required on occasion. The employee must be able to demonstrate and model clinical procedures and techniques, which may require physical dexterity and stamina.

Stress levels may be high due to frequently dealing with numerous students, patients, family members, and other healthcare providers. This position demands concentration and the ability to work in emotionally charged situations.
Required Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Nursing.
Valid, current unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Tennessee or compact state.
Minimum of two (2) years of relevant clinical experience in nursing.
Experience as a psychiatric/mental health nurse with specialization in care of patients with addiction/substance use disorder (SUD) treatment/recovery.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD or DNP in Nursing or Doctorate in related field; Master’s degree in Nursing, with a concentration in Nursing Education or post-graduate certificate in Nursing Education.
Certified Nurse Educator (CNE and/or CNEcl) and/or Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE).
Previous teaching experience in higher education.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.