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Location
Independence, Missouri
The faculty member will manage courses within the BSN-RN face-to-face program and/or the RN-BSN online program, leading in the development and instruction of both didactic and clinical courses. Responsibilities also include providing service and scholarship appropriate to the position while demonstrating excellence in practice.
Candidates must be a master’s prepared Registered Nurse (RN) eligible for unencumbered licensure with a minimum of two years of RN experience and current clinical practice. Required education includes graduation from accredited BSN and MSN programs, with a doctorate preferred.
Position Title: Nursing Faculty, BSN Program
Department: School of Nursing, Independence campus
The Graceland University School of Nursing seeks a full time (9 months) master’s prepared Registered Nurse (RN) for the undergraduate Nursing program.
Internal applications accepted. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
Graceland is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. Graceland welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas.
Graceland University welcomes your application and interest in the open positions listed on this website. Updates are made regularly, so please check back often. Benefits overview is available here. Graceland offers a generous paid time off policy, which includes vacation, sick leave and holiday pay.
Graceland is a nonsectarian institution sponsored by Community of Christ, which provides a rich Christian heritage. Graceland has two main campuses: one located in Lamoni, Iowa, and one located in Independence, Missouri.
Founded in 1895 and sponsored by Community of Christ, Graceland University is much more than a school. Graceland is a community of passionate, caring and dedicated individuals who make up a worldwide community network that reaches far beyond the two campuses.
All applications/resumes are kept on file for one year. If you see future positions that interest you, please let us know so we may submit your application materials. Reference letters will not be accessible to applicants during the application process nor after becoming an employee.
Graceland is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. Graceland welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. We’re looking for candidates who share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity. Graceland University consists of two campuses: the Lamoni campus is a residential liberal arts institution situated in south central Iowa, approximately 70 miles south of Des Moines, IA and the Independence, Missouri campus which focuses on degree completion, adult and graduate programs.
Market context
In Missouri, nursing faculty roles are often competitive because schools need educators who can teach while maintaining current clinical practice and licensure. For this Professor of Nursing 9-month position, candidates typically stand out with a master’s-prepared RN background, recent bedside experience, and advanced education; a doctorate is preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and align your CV with teaching, clinical, and academic credentials.