Associate Professor, Nursing- Academic Success

Job Title: Associate Professor, Nursing- Academic Success

Department: RN Program

Location: College of Health Careers, 470 Skyview Centre Parkway, Rochester, NY 14622

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: Mon - Fri, Day/Evening, 8-hour work shifts

SUMMARY

The Associate Professor, Academic Success contributes to the academic mission of the College of Health Careers through teaching, advising, curriculum support, student success initiatives, and exam readiness programming. This faculty role provides up to 18 credits of teaching per academic year in the assigned program and offers specialized academic support to enhance student persistence, progression, completion, and credentialing exam outcomes across disciplines.

The Associate Professor collaborates with Program Directors, Program Leads, faculty, and academic leadership to assess student needs, develop success strategies, monitor progression, and prepare students for national credentialing exams. This position supports continuous quality improvement, engages in governance and service, participates in accreditation processes, and models excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES

I. Teaching (18 Credits Per Academic Year)

• Teach up to 18 academic credits annually in the assigned program in didactic, lab, simulation, and/or clinical courses as appropriate to faculty credentials.
• Develop syllabi, lesson plans, and course materials aligned with institutional philosophy, program outcomes, accreditation standards, and evidence-based practice.
• Employ varied and inclusive teaching methodologies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on student performance.
• Supervise students in clinical/lab/simulation settings, ensuring safety, competency development, and appropriate evaluations.
• Maintain a minimum of 4–6 posted office hours per week for advising, academic support, and student consultation.

II. Academic Success & Student Progression

• Monitor student academic standing, degree audits, early alerts, and progression milestones.
• Develop individualized remediation plans for at-risk students.
• Provide targeted academic support sessions aligned with program expectations (not tutoring-level content delivery).
• Guide students to institutional resources including tutoring, accessibility services, financial aid, and student development supports.
• Maintain accurate, confidential and communication records.

III. Credentialing Exam Specialist (Multi-Program)

The Associate Professor provides structured exam readiness support aligned with national certification/licensure standards across disciplines.

Universal Responsibilities

• Review, interpret, and integrate exam blueprints and content outlines into student support strategies.
• Provide small-group or individualized exam coaching, practice question analysis, and study plan development.
• Track readiness indicators, mock exam trends, and cohort performance.
• Collaborate with Program Directors to strengthen curriculum-to-exam alignment.
• Maintain current knowledge of credentialing exam changes and best practices in exam preparation.

Nursing Exam Specialist (NCLEX-RN/PN)

(Included for faculty assigned to nursing programs)

• Apply the Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (CJMM) and NGN item structures in support sessions.
• Reinforce NCLEX domains including management of care, physiological integrity, psychosocial integrity, and safety.
• Review ATI or similar assessment data to identify patterns and target interventions.

IV. Program Development, Evaluation & Quality Assurance

• Support program development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Participate in systematic program review, curriculum revision, and assessment processes.
• Ensure courses reflect current healthcare practices, accreditation requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Make recommendations for course and program improvements.
• Assist in selecting textbooks, teaching materials, and instructional resources.

V. Professional Governance Responsibilities

• Participate in interview committees and make hiring recommendations for faculty.
• Arrange appropriate class coverage during absences.
• Promote a positive departmental and institutional culture.
• Maintain professional behavior, punctuality, and adherence to college policies.
• Engage in professional development to maintain discipline expertise and teaching competencies.
• Serve as mentor or mentee within faculty mentorship programs.
• Maintain active involvement in professional organizations relevant to the discipline.
• Serve as a content expert for community partners as appropriate.

VI. Service to the College

• Provide service through participation on departmental and college-wide committees.
• Respond to institutional communications in a timely manner (generally within 24 hours).
• Participate in recruitment, retention, and student engagement initiatives.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and secure campus environment.
• Attend institutional events, including commencement and professional development days.
• Participate in accreditation reviews, self-studies, and site visit preparation.
• Contribute to strategic planning and institutional effectiveness processes.

VII. Curriculum Responsibilities

• Implement and uphold syllabi and course requirements.
• Submit recommendations for curriculum/syllabus changes.
• Participate in evidence-based curriculum design and evaluation.
• Ensure curricula reflect mission, philosophy, regulatory standards, and workforce needs.
• Assess alignment between curriculum, clinical competencies, and credentialing exam outcomes.

VIII. Evaluation Responsibilities

• Evaluate students in didactic, clinical, lab, and simulation courses as assigned.
• Participate in peer evaluations.
• Review student course evaluations and integrate feedback into teaching improvement.
• Contribute to program responses to data from student, alumni, employer, and accreditation evaluations.

Workload

• Full-time, part-time (Per Diem/ Adjunct) faculty have the responsibility of classroom/clinical/lab/sim responsibilities as assigned.
• Full-time faculty will have a teaching load of no more than 18 academic credits in a given academic year.
• Faculty are also required to have 4-6 office hours per week, attend all course/faculty meetings, and participate in graduation/pinning, and special events.
• Faculty are required to maintain clinical competence, including clinical currency. This expectation may be met in a variety of ways including clinical practice, completion of content related to instructional topics, volunteer work related to clinical practice areas, and completion of the college’s annual skilled competencies.

Community Relations Duties

• Participate as assigned on program-specific advisory boards involving the major stakeholders served by the college;
• Participate in publicizing and disseminating information about the program
• Participates in community-wide events as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Nursing

OR

• Master’s Degree (non-nursing) plus Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
• A minimum of three years of nursing experience.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATIONS

• Active NYS RN licensure.
• BLS certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of adult learning and pedagogical theories related to the use of teaching effectiveness, and assessment of learning.
• Ability to plan, organize, and assess educational programs and initiatives.
• Effective training and facilitation skills.
• Ability to both effectively lead and participate in collaborative teams.
• Ability to communicate effectively - interpersonally, orally, and in writing to engage a variety of constituents.
• Skilled in the use of personal computers and related office, research, and database software.
• Demonstrates excellence in academia by engaging in scholarship practices.
• Capacity to work in a highly collaborative environment with distributed leadership.
• Ability to develop shared meaning and build consensus across a variety of campuses, programs, and departments.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of diverse populations.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills, be self-directed, and be able to use independent judgment on work priorities.
• Two years of teaching in a college or university.

EDUCATION

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67–100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability. Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver’s license.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$95,000.00 - $110,000.00

CITY

Rochester

POSTAL CODE

14622

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.