Job Description

The College of Nursing at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, seeks an engaging nurse educator and academic leader for a full-time, 12-month faculty appointment at the Clinical Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank. This faculty role also serves as the Director for the TBSN (Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing) program.

About the College of Nursing

With a longstanding tradition of excellence in nursing education, research, and clinical practice, we are proud to be a guiding force in healthcare education. We embrace innovation while honoring the values that have shaped our success. By offering cutting-edge academic programs, supporting impactful research, and forging strong community partnerships, we prepare healthcare professionals who deliver high-quality, culturally responsive care in a diverse and ever-changing world.

Our top-ranked, direct admit, four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing program offers a strong foundation in nursing science, clinical practice, and compassionate care. The Bachelor of Science in nursing program combines the unique resources of the UT campus with health care agencies in a manner that enables both faculty and students to participate fully in all facets of the health care delivery system. Facilities at the College of Nursing include high fidelity labs, clinical practice labs, and technology enhanced classrooms. Clinical instruction is offered for students in major hospitals, community clinics, health departments, and schools in the region.

About the Position

The TBSN Program Director reports to the Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Programs and serves as the primary leader responsible for the coordination and day-to-day oversight of the TBSN program. This role represents the TBSN program on the college leadership team and provides direction for key program functions to ensure a high-quality, consistent student and faculty experience. This position will maintain personal academic faculty obligations in teaching, service, and research in accordance with area of expertise.

Duties:

• Responsible for coordinating the development, implementation, and evaluation of the courses required for completion of the BSN degree.
• Monitor and ensure consistent implementation of all CON and UTK policies specific to the TBSN program.
• Participate in program evaluation work groups, task forces, and committees as appropriate/assigned.
• Collaborate with clinical faculty related to specialty clinical rotations.
• Collaborate with the Director of Student Services in recruiting and admission activities.
• Collaborate with the Academic Affairs Manager in planning junior and senior orientation activities.
• Maintain on-line communication strategies with TBSN faculty and students.
• Collaborate and coordinate program development with university departments [Online Education, Office of Information Technology, Registrar/MyUTK, etc.].
• Communicate with the Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Programs on relevant course related matters related to individual student behavior and learning outcomes as appropriate.
• Approve final student schedules.
• Determine needed faculty resources for clinicals and simulation/learning labs.
• Responsible for holding Course Coordinator Meetings each semeste.
• Approve out of sequence students’ (OOS) Academic Plans.
• Assist with annual update of the Undergraduate Student Handbook.
• Participate in the teaching, research, and service missions of the CON.
• Participate in the ongoing development, implementation, evaluation, and enhancement of nursing academic programs:
• Participate in program and course revisions.
• Revise assigned courses to reflect program outcomes, AACN essentials, state board of nursing minimum standards, current evidence, and best practice.
• Collaborate with emphasis area coordinators, clinical concentration coordinators, program directors, and the Associate and Assistant Deans to identify the types of clinical experiences and sites needed for optimal clinical education of students.
• Teach graduate and undergraduate nursing courses as assigned. While the candidate may be hired to primarily teach in a specific program or program level, teaching assignments are based on UT CON needs as well as individual faculty member expertise and performance; faculty may be asked to teach across both undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Supervise nursing students as assigned.
• Collaborate with clinical agencies in arranging student clinical experiences (e.g. orientation to objectives of clinical experience, course syllabus, clinical schedule, et al) as appropriate.
• Participate in the development of academic policies affecting the admission, progression, graduation and dismissal of students.
• Participate in the evaluation and ongoing enhancement of the curricula.
• Apply evidence from best education practices to curriculum development and to teaching.
• Serve the College of Nursing, University, community and profession:
• Participate in College of Nursing faculty, standing committee, task force and other meetings.
• Participate in Faculty Senate Committees and ad hoc committees, as elected.
• Participate in community and professional activities as appropriate.
• Participate in scholarly projects as appropriate.
• Contribute to the mission and strategic priorities of the College of Nursing and the University of Tennessee Knoxville
• Collaborate effectively with other faculty and staff members both within the College of Nursing and throughout the University and community to develop inter-professional academic, clinical, and research opportunities.

Work location: onsite

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate (PhD or DNP) at time of appointment.
• Current, unencumbered RN license in your state of permanent residency, and eligibility for RN licensure in Tennessee, as required for the position.
• Minimum of 3 years of nursing practice experience.
• Effective interpersonal skills and cultural competence.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of students and colleagues.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Evidence of successful classroom and/or clinical teaching experience.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective leadership, foster collaboration, and manage complex academic program operations.
• If teaching NP students, national certification as a nurse practitioner and prior to employment recognition by the Tennessee Board of Nursing as an advanced practice registered nurse.
• Experience with instructional media and technology.

This position is open to those who qualify and can be appointed as one of the following ranks in the College of Nursing. Rank appointments are dependent on education and qualifications relative to the university and college standards and will be determined by academic leadership in accordance with faculty handbook, policies, and procedures.

Clinical Assistant Professor: This rank is for those who have completed a doctoral degree or terminal degree appropriate to the field or who are licensed or certified to practice the profession where appropriate. Individuals holding this rank have shown promise for excellence in areas of responsibility recorded in the hiring unit’s annual documentation of the NTT faculty workload distribution and responsibilities. 

Clinical Associate Professor: This rank is for those who have completed a doctoral degree or a terminal degree appropriate to the field and who are licensed or certified to practice the profession where appropriate. Individuals holding this rank have demonstrated excellence in areas of responsibility recorded in the hiring unit’s annual documentation of the NTT faculty’s workload distribution and responsibilities.

Clinical Professor: This rank is for those who have completed a doctoral degree or a terminal degree appropriate to the field and who are licensed or certified to practice the profession where appropriate. Individuals holding this rank have demonstrated a consistent record of excellence in areas of responsibility recorded in the hiring unit’s annual documentation of the NTT faculty workload distribution and responsibilities.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit your application and materials through our Interfolio application system. Applications should include: (1) a letter of interest addressing teaching interests and how the applicant’s background and experience make them an ideal candidate, (2) a comprehensive curriculum vitae, (3) the names and contact information (address, phone number, and e-mail address) for at least three professional references, and (4) a copy of your current, unencumbered RN license in your state of permanent residency. The review of applicants will begin two weeks after the posting date and will continue throughout the academic year until the position is filled. Rank and salary are based on qualifications and experience. For questions about the position, please email conhr@utk.edu. For more information on the College of Nursing, visit our website: http://nursing.utk.edu/

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university.

Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to eoa@utk.edu, or by phone at 865-974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation and Resolution, 216 Business Incubator Building, E J. Chapman Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to investigations@utk.edu, or by phone at 865-974-0717.