Effective Date:  Review of applications will begin August 14, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. The preferred position start date is October 1, 2023.

Qualifications: 

  • A minimum of a master’s degree in nursing.
  • At least three years teaching at an institution of higher education or three years of approved experiential credit.
  • Current unencumbered Alabama RN license. (For those attending clinical placements in Mississippi, an unencumbered Mississippi RN license and Alabama RN license are required; or a multistate license is required).

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate the program of learning within the framework of the mission of the University and the philosophy and goals of the Division of Nursing.
  • Plan, implement, and evaluate the University and Division of Nursing policies.
  • Work with other faculty persons to establish policies for admission, progression, and graduation of nursing students within the framework of The University of West Alabama policies.
  • Teach courses as assigned by the chairperson of the Division of Nursing.
  • Assist the course coordinator in planning, implementing, and evaluating theory and clinical course activities to ensure student mastery of end-of-program student learning outcomes.
  • Assist other faculty in selecting healthcare settings for nursing students’ clinical lab experiences.
  • Assume responsibility and accountability for clinical supervision of students.
  • Meet all agency requirements for clinical supervision.
  • Maintain knowledge of regulatory and accrediting body standards and criteria.
  • Develop and evaluate nursing curricula that are consistent with safe practice in contemporary healthcare environments.
  • Review and develop policies that support the achievement of end-of-program student learning outcomes.
  • Assist in academic advisement of nursing students. 
  • Maintain office hours within the framework of University policies.
  • Maintain membership in professional organizations.
  • Participate in professional organization activities and university faculty activities.
  • Serve on committees of the University and the Division of Nursing, as assigned.
  • Develop professionally through attendance at professional workshops or enrollment in formal education courses to maintain current knowledge in nursing.
  • Serve as a professional role model for peers and students.
  • Assist the chairperson of the Division of Nursing in planning, implementing, and evaluating an effective public relations program for the Division of Nursing and the University.
  • Participate in community activities.
  • Demonstrate positive values related to academic and professional responsibilities.

Application Deadline: October 1, 2023, or until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered.

To apply send materials to:

Mary Hanks, Chairperson

The University of West Alabama

Ira D. Pruitt Division of Nursing

Station 28

Livingston, AL 35470

or email to cpope@uwa.edu

  1. Cover letter
  2. Current résumé or vita
  3. At least three current letters of recommendation (signed and preferably on letterhead).
  4. Transcripts of all college work, if applicable (Unofficial transcripts will suffice for the application; official transcripts must be submitted immediately upon employment.)


Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation, including information obtained from social media and other internet sources.

The University of West Alabama does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, hearing status, personal appearance, color, sex, pregnancy, political affiliation, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability (including perceived disability), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any grievance process on campus, with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or other human rights agencies.

AA/EO Employer.

Minority applications are encouraged.