Vermont State University (VTSU), Williston/St. Albans campus invites applicants for a full-time faculty position in the Department of Nursing for the academic year 2026-2027, teaching across the Practical Nursing (PN) Program and Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) Program. Qualified candidates will be offered a tenure-track position or a one-year terminal contract, renewable for three years, based on the individual's years of full-time clinical nursing experience and years of full-time teaching in an accredited nursing program.
Each faculty member in the Department of Nursing is responsible for:
1. Contributing to the professional learning environment in the classroom and in clinical rotations.
2. Encouraging student learning and retention, consistent with the student learning outcomes and course objectives, nurturing an environment focused on providing the highest quality of care to patients.
3. Evaluating student acquisition of nursing competence.
4. Participating in the implementation, evaluation, and revision of the nursing curriculum and relevant policies.
5. Serving as an academic adviser to students across the programs.
6. Participating in assigned roles in the Department of Nursing standing committees.
7. Demonstrating continued professional development in the areas of nursing and nursing education commensurate with assigned roles.
8. Collaborating with healthcare partners across the state of Vermont.
9. Complying with the policies outlined by the Vermont State College system, Vermont State University, and the Department of Nursing.
Specific Criteria for this position include:
1. An unencumbered Registered Nurse license allowing practice in Vermont.
2. Master's of Science in Nursing
3. A minimum of two years full-time, or the equivalent of, acute care nursing experience.
4. Commitment to the mission and vision of Vermont State University and the Department of Nursing.
5. Commitment to the integration of technology, including simulation across the curriculum.
6. Knowledge of processes related to NLN-CNEA Accreditation.
7. Occasional travel to other campus sites and/or clinical agencies in the region.
Salary:
Based on qualifications and experience as defined by the VSC-VSCFF Bargaining Unit Agreement
Application Information:
Applicants interested in applying must submit a Cover Letter, Resume/CV, and Unofficial College Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired).
Applications will be accepted until position is filled or by date specified. However, applications received after the initial screening will be considered at the discretion of Vermont State University. VTSU strongly encourages applications from members of ethnic minority groups and other under-represented backgrounds.
VTSU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, religion, ancestry, place of birth, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age or veteran status, or against a qualified individual with a disability, or any other person whose status is protected under local, state or federal laws. In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. For more information visit the VSC system website www.vsc.edu/agreements-personnel-handbook/
All full-time and some part-time positions are subject to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment is conditional upon successful completion of these checks.
Scheduled Hours Weekly:
37.5
Budgeted Wage for this Position:
Cutover from UKG - One position filled - need to offer and onboard a new FT faculty. Ashlie Laufer
Exempt Status:
Exempt
Grade:
F01
Job Posting Responsibilities:
Unit Determination:
Full-Time Faculty -VSC Faculty Federation
