Undergraduate Nursing (Asst/Assoc Professor)-Rochester

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Working Title:

Undergraduate Nursing (Asst/Assoc Professor)-Rochester

Institution:

Winona State UniversityState University Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

209: Inter Faculty Organization

City:

WINS - Winona Campus

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$64,963.00 - $193,146.00

Job Description

• Teach undergraduate nursing courses in the classroom and clinical settings, acute or ambulatory, transitional care, skills lab, simulation, and/or community practicum settings. The incumbent would be expected to teach courses and clinical/practicum that would include but are not limited to acute and chronic care across the lifespan
• Instruct courses in varied locations, at varied times, and via various media commensurate with department and university needs.
• Engage in scholarly research or creative achievement to enhance knowledge of field.
• Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study in the field to enhance teaching abilities.
• Contribute to student growth and development including student advising.
• Provide service to the university and community including the program, the department, the college, the university, and the greater community.
• Support Winona State University's mission to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural, and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve.
   

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned doctorate or actively enrolled in a doctoral program in nursing or related field. Candidates currently enrolled in a doctoral program must have the degree completed by final day of the fiscal year (June 30th) in which they are hired.
• Evidence of degree completion by final day of the fiscal year in which they are hired (6/30/2027)
• A graduate degree in nursing from a Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or Accreditation Commission on Education in Nursing (ACEN) accredited program or an international equivalent.
  • For international applicants all qualifications will need to be verified by a United States accrediting body e.g., Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS International, Inc.)

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse with current registration or eligible for licensure in MN and WI.
• Must meet background study requirements according to Minnesota statutes.
• A minimum of 3 years nursing experience in one or more care settings, e.g., inpatient, ambulatory, transitional care, and/or community settings.
• Ability to meet Minnesota State and clinical partner agency requirements, including Health Care Provider CPR certification and up-to-date immunizations, including influenza
• Ability to push, pull and lift 25 pounds; move up to 50 pounds of weight; use upper/lower body strength; or have a reasonable accommodation.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality teaching is required.
• Official academic transcripts are required.
   

Preferred Qualification 

• Skills/ability to integrate technology to enhance learning and teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality teaching.
• Skills/ability to design, integrate and enhance technology in learning, online teaching, hybrid, blended courses.
• Graduate level courses in curriculum and instruction and educational testing and measurement or Certification for Nurse Educators by the National League for Nursing.
• Experience teaching, coaching, and advising baccalaureate nursing students.
• A breadth of nursing experiences with a range of patient populations.
• Ability to collaborate with others to contribute to a culture of teamwork.
• Passionate about the field of nursing; including teaching, care of others, and professionalism.
• Flexibility to respond to a changing work environment by leading and innovating.
• Simulation experience in varied form.
• Nursing experience or expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • Medical-surgical nursing experience
  • Community health/population health nursing experience
  • Experience within ambulatory/primary care/outpatient nursing care settings
  • Pediatric/adolescent/family care in nursing experience
  • Maternal/child/family health nursing experience
  • Mental health in nursing experience
  • Experience within nursing leadership
  • Research in nursing experience

Other Requirements

1. The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time.

2. A complete online application will include the following:   

• A cover letter that addresses the qualifications listed previously.
• Current Curriculum Vitae / Resume.
• Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate).
• List of at least 3 references with contact information
• Proof of current RN licensure
   

Posting Information:

Application Deadline: Review begins immediately

Appointment Date: January or August 2027

Primary Location: Rochester, Minnesota

Salary: $64,963 - $193,146; Commensurate with Rank and Experience

Type of Appointment: Probationary/Tenure-Track

Telework (Yes/No) No

About The Department:
The Department of Undergraduate Nursing (DUN) faculty are an innovative, energizing group of nurses that are consistently looking for unique and pioneering methods of educating our future nurses. The DUN has a pre-licensure program and a baccalaureate completion program that offer a solid, broad-based nursing perspective, technology-enhanced, and society-focused curricula. DUN uses simulation that offers enhanced student preparation for the nursing profession. The learning environment encourages intercollegiate collaboration, enhancement of teaching skills, innovative use of technology and professional scholarship opportunities. The rank of assistant or associate professor is assigned based on academic and practice qualifications at the point of hire.

About Winona State University:

Founded in 1858, Winona State University is a regional public university and the oldest member of the Minnesota State system. Offering more than 200 majors and programs, Winona State has the #1 Student Success Rate in the Minnesota State System with 92 percent of WSU graduates being hired in a field related to their degree. With campuses in both Winona and Rochester, Winona State offers the best of both worlds. Widely known for its stunning natural setting, the Winona campus is nestled between picturesque bluffs and the Mississippi River - meaning rock climbing, paddle-boarding, hiking, and kayaking are within a mile of campus. WSU’s Rochester campus is located in Minnesota’s third largest city - a dynamic hub for industry, arts, and culture, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Winona State University's mission is to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve: a community of learners improving our world. For more information, visit winona.edu.

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization (IFO) which can be found at https://www.minnstate.edu/system/working/relations.html

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Winona State University is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable bargaining unit agreement or personnel plan.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

 

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date:

01-04-2027

Position End Date:

Open Date:

09-04-2026

Close Date:

11-02-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Robin M Delong

Posting Contact Email:

rdelong@winona.edu