Associate of Science in Nursing Faculty (Full-Time)

Careers at SUSLA POSITION SUMMARY Faculty in the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program assist the Director in the implementation of program and student learning outcomes. They assist in the development, revision, and implementation of curricula which is grounded in an evidence-based practice model. Faculty provide classroom lectures, supervise students in the laboratory and clinical settings, and administer standardized testing. Student advisement and mentorship are also provided throughout the matriculation process. Faculty are required to have knowledge of the nursing unit, to be an integral member of the Nurse Faculty Organization (NFO), and to serve an/or chair a nursing standing committee. It is also an expectation that all faculty maintain currency in their respective areas of teaching responsibility, as well as clinical competency. PRIMARY RESPONSIBLITIES Provide appropriate student supervision in the assigned didactic and clinical areas Effectively deliver curricular content Model team enhancing behaviors Participate on nursing standing committees and the NFO Serve as a role model for students in professional interaction with faculty, health care team members, and clinical facilities Promote positive and productive relationships in the department, among faculty, and with area health care facilities Maintain relationships with clinical sites and professional peers that support the reputation of the University and the nursing programs Assist in the scheduling and confirmation of use of clinical sites Participate in curricular development, revision, and change Develop course examinations Improve teaching skills by seeking new knowledge and maintaining currency in professional competencies Maintain a positive work ethic by adhering to the assigned schedule, reporting to work as mandated by the University, meeting classes at the assigned time, keeping posted office hours, and being prepared Collect, record, maintain, and submit accurate class records, including grades, absences, drops/withdrawals, and failures Keep student health information current Serve as an academic advisor to an assigned group of students Advise students interested in the program as scheduled Maintain student attendance records and record appropriately Evaluate the progress of students in all classes according to the University and program student outcomes Prepare and/or assist in the preparation of course syllabi, program outlines, handouts, etc. Be familiar with University policies & procedures, as well as those of the nursing program Participate in graduation and pinning ceremony Participate in recruitment efforts Participate in retention efforts Provide input into the program budget Participate in the selection and orientation of new faculty Establish and revise policies on selection, admission, promotion and graduation of students Participate in maintenance and updating of the skills lab and other resources Participate on campus committees Assist the Director in the development, implementation, and evaluation of program outcomes and student learning outcomes REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Louisiana Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) 5+ years clinical experience Strong interpersonal and communication skills Strong clinical and professional skills Computer literacy PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 2 years teaching experience in an academic or healthcare setting COMPENSATION: $59,000 - $60,000 per year TYPE: Full-time APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications begins April 15, 2026 and continues until position is filled. The application can be filled out online at SUSLA's Application for Employment Please attach cover letter, resume, transcript(s), and three references to application. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties. Criminal background check and reference verification is required. Southern University at Shreveport, an institution within the Southern University and A & M System, seeks to provide quality education for its students, while being committed to the total community. This institution prepares students for careers in technical and occupational fields; awards certificates, diplomas and associate degrees; and offers courses and programs that are transferable to other colleges and universities. Dedicated to excellence in instruction and community service, this open enrollment institution promotes cultural diversity, provides developmental and continuing education, and seeks partnerships with business and industry. Title IX is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity. Title IX prohibits use of federal money to support sex discrimination in education programs and provides individuals protection against such practices. In compliance with federal law and USDOE federal guidance, including provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA), Executive Order 11246, Executive Order 13988, the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 as mended by the Jobs for Veterans Act, the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, as amended, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, an institution of the Southern University System shall not discriminate against individuals on the basis of their race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, color, nation or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, covered veteran's status, or genetic information in its administration of education policies, programs, or activities; admission policies; scholarship and loan programs; athletic or other institution-administered programs; or employment. As part of their commitment to maintaining a community free of discrimination, and in compliance with Title IX's mandate, institutions of the Southern University System shall address allegations of power-based violence and sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, in a timely and effective manner. Further, institutions of the Southern University System will provide resources as needed for affected persons (Reporters, Complainants, Respondents, and third parties within the institution's community) and will not tolerate retaliation against any person who reports or participates in the investigation of alleged power-based violence or sex/gender discrimination. In accordance with the requirement of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its Amending Act of 2008 (collectively "ADA"), the Southern University System (System) will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. The System does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the ADA. The System will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the System's programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, documents in Braille, and other ways of making communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. The System will make reasonable modifications to policies, procedures, and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activities. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of the System, should contact the ADA Coordinator. The ADA does not require the System to take any action that would fundamentally alter the natures of its programs or services or impose an undue financial or administrative burden. Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the System is not accessible to persons with disabilities should be directed to the ADA Coordinator.