Join Us AS Part-Time Faculty – School of Nursing, Online MSN Program, Fall 2025/Spring 2026
Company: University of Maine System
Job description: Job Category: TemporaryJob Description:The University of Southern Maine’s School of Nursing Online MSN Program is seeking applications for anticipated Part-Time Faculty positions for the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters. Our Fall semester begins September 1, 2025. These positions involve teaching graduate level nursing students enrolled in our MSN online nursing program.There will also be required training and orientation sessions before the start of the semester, specific to the course(s) the selected individual will be teaching.has a comprehensive mentorship program. Each course is led by a Course Lead Faculty, who serves as the subject matter expert, mentors part-time faculty, and ensures consistency in course structure, syllabus design, and content delivery across sections.Faculty responsibilities include orienting, teaching, supervising, grading, and evaluating pre-licensure nursing students. These roles offer an excellent opportunity for nursing professionals to contribute to the development of future nurses while benefiting from a supportive teaching environment.We are seeking instructors for the following courses:Healthcare Operations: Human Resources, Law and Ethics (NUR 629) – Fall 2025: This course examines operational issues in health care management inclusive of human resource management, and legal and ethical issues facing nurse leaders. A range of current legal and ethical issues will be explored. Emphasis is placed on planning, performance, and compliance in the health care environment. The goals are to provide students with practical knowledge to effectively manage at the micro, meso, or macro level.Chronic Illness Care (NUR 612) – Spring 2026: This course emphasizes human responses to chronic illness and disability while exploring factors that have an impact on biopsychosocial adaptation. The care of those individuals with a chronic health condition requires a shift in perspective to a care paradigm versus a cure paradigm. This course allows learners to explore chronic illness throughout the lifespan by studying its impact on families, healthcare professionals, and healthcare systems.Leadership in Advanced Nursing Practice (NUR 614) – Spring 2026: This course focuses on the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and competencies required of an effective interprofessional leader working in complex health care environments. Leadership theories are explored that account for individual traits and behaviors, as well as the situational context within the work environment. Principles of management and leadership are contrasted. Leadership practices are appraised that support a culture of caring and mutual respect, vision and innovation, accountability, integrity, and high-quality patient-centered care. Reflection and appraisal of personal leadership attributes and behaviors are emphasized.Part-time faculty members are paid on a credit hour basis based on prior teaching experience. Eligible part-time faculty members may elect certain provided by the University of Maine System. In addition, provides learning design consulting and faculty development opportunities to help faculty to create engaging programs, courses and lesson plans grounded in evidence-based best practices for every modality.The is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond. USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit .The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates diverse perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement. USM encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, veterans, and those with differing abilities, experiences, and cultural perspectives.We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness.Required Qualifications:
- MS in Nursing from an accredited program
- Current active Maine RN license in good standing
- Able to meet employment criteria including background check, immunizations, BLS/CPR certification, and current TB for clinical teaching.
To apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below or visit our and submit the following:
- Cover Letter
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- The names and contact information of three references
We will begin reviewing applications immediately. These positions will remain open until filled.We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.Clery Act:The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report (ASR), and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. . If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please or call 207.780.4035.EEO Statement:The University of Southern Maine is an EEO/AA employer and is committed to nondiscrimination. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226. TTY 711 (Maine Relay System)
Expected salary:
Location: Portland, ME
Job date: Wed, 14 May 2025 22:55:53 GMT
Apply for the job now!
