Viterbo University
Assistant Professor - Nursing
Viterbo University, La Crosse, Wisconsin, us, 54602
Viterbo University is accepting applications for a full-time Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing starting in the Spring semester of 2025. This is a 9-month position with full benefits and is tenure-track. Nursing faculty work collaboratively with the School of Nursing (SoN) to assure evidence-based teaching and program quality, and to uphold accreditation standards that promote integrity and accountability. Faculty shall be appointed by the Vice President for Academic Affairs based on the recommendation of the Dean of the College of Nursing, Health.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:GeneralDemonstrates a commitment to the mission, philosophy, values, and goals of Viterbo University and the SoN.Implements the policies of the University and the SoN.Participates in SoN program assessment evaluation processes.Participates in student advising activities.Demonstrates collaborative relationships with internal and external communities of interest.Assists with the recruitment and retention of qualified students.TeachingAccepts accountability for facilitating effective teaching/learning activities in the didactic and/or clinical settings.Prepares content and syllabi for assigned courses according to SoN curricular plans and program outcomes.Demonstrates expertise in developing, conducting, and evaluating essential learning experiences within the didactic and/or clinical settings.Conducts course assessment activities to evaluate and enhance student learning.Makes recommendations for resource acquisitions.ServiceShares talents as a resource person/mentor to colleagues and/or students.Participates in School, College, and University committees.Participates in ongoing quality improvement/accreditation activities.Engages in community and University service activities.Participates in local, state, and national professional organizations.Scholarly workParticipates in scholarly activities according to the Viterbo University School of Nursing Faculty Performance Evaluation Criteria.Engages in life-long learning.Carries out other responsibilities as delegated or assigned.General Requirements/Qualifications:
Meets the requirements for faculty of Viterbo University, the SoN, the Wisconsin Board of Nursing, and relevant for national accrediting bodies. Other qualifications include:Master's degree in Nursing required.Unencumbered nursing license in the practicing state required.Microsoft Office proficiency preferred.Excellent written and/or oral communication skills required.Excellent management/supervisory skills required.Must be authorized to work in the United States. Viterbo University is unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of the Employment Visa.Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee is expected to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment which is typical of this position.About the University:
Viterbo University is a Catholic, Franciscan, liberal arts institution with an enrollment of approximately 1800 undergraduate and 850 graduate students. Viterbo is located in scenic La Crosse, Wisconsin, which has consistently been rated as one of the top places to live in the US. The region features an attractive cost of living, beautiful bluffs and coulees, three major rivers including the Mississippi, world-class education and health care systems, and easy access to major cities in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Illinois.Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
At Viterbo University, we value our inclusive climate and understand that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. We translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, constituencies, and those who will help us advance our diversity and inclusion initiatives aimed at creating a university that values student, staff, and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.Viterbo University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, encourages nominations and candidacy of historically underrepresented groups, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.Viterbo University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages nominations and candidacy of historically underrepresented groups.
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Meets the requirements for faculty of Viterbo University, the SoN, the Wisconsin Board of Nursing, and relevant for national accrediting bodies. Other qualifications include:Master's degree in Nursing required.Unencumbered nursing license in the practicing state required.Microsoft Office proficiency preferred.Excellent written and/or oral communication skills required.Excellent management/supervisory skills required.Must be authorized to work in the United States. Viterbo University is unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of the Employment Visa.Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee is expected to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment which is typical of this position.About the University:
Viterbo University is a Catholic, Franciscan, liberal arts institution with an enrollment of approximately 1800 undergraduate and 850 graduate students. Viterbo is located in scenic La Crosse, Wisconsin, which has consistently been rated as one of the top places to live in the US. The region features an attractive cost of living, beautiful bluffs and coulees, three major rivers including the Mississippi, world-class education and health care systems, and easy access to major cities in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Illinois.Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
At Viterbo University, we value our inclusive climate and understand that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. We translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, constituencies, and those who will help us advance our diversity and inclusion initiatives aimed at creating a university that values student, staff, and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.Viterbo University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, encourages nominations and candidacy of historically underrepresented groups, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.Viterbo University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages nominations and candidacy of historically underrepresented groups.
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