Assistant Professor Nursing, Tenure Track (2 positions available)
Department: Nursing Program
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
GRCC is seeking faculty who possess an interest in working with diverse student populations from a wide range of ages, ethnicities, national origins, and abilities; engage in and develop innovative teaching strategies; effectively assess student learning outcomes; demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development; and provide service to our students, the college, and our community at large.
Faculty members are responsible to GRCC and to each other for the successful completion of departmental work as well as work associated with the School of Health Sciences and GRCC as a whole. In addition to the major position responsibilities, it is expected that faculty demonstrate outstanding communication skills, collaborate effectively, use personal initiative to overcome obstacles, and work efficiently to meet deadlines. In an environment where innovation is valued, each faculty member will take responsibility to perform their work in a manner consistent with both the letter and the spirit of GRCC values.
Requisition ID: 1006
Employee Group: Faculty Association
Schedule: 30 Contact Hours/year (Contact Hours will be distributed over 3 semesters: Fall, Winter and Summer Semester in accordance with department needs).
Start Date: Summer 2026
Compensation: Consistent with https://www.grcc.edu/sites/default/files/docs/humanresources/2022-2025%20Faculty%20Association%20contract.docx.pdf (Page #109)
Benefits: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/benefits-insurance/medical-plans/new-hire-benefit-enrollment
Reports to: Associate Dean, School of Health Sciences
Posting Opens: October 1, 2025
Posting Closes: October 31, 2025
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Teach Practical and Associate Degree nursing courses, including both didactic and clinical/lab instruction including simulation.
• Teach courses that emphasize a variety of patient populations and within various clinical type settings, along with a range of nursing care.
• Maintain current standards of clinical practice and effectively prepare and orient to assigned to clinical settings.
• Work with colleagues to ensure consistent, evidence-based standards and instructional practices within each course.
• Lead, advise, and support adjunct faculty to ensure consistent standards and instructional practices within each course.
• Effectively assess, document, and advise students regarding their academic and clinical performance.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the department and GRCC through active participation on departmental and college-wide committees and projects.
• Incorporate technologies and instructional methods for enhanced teaching and learning to diverse groups of students.
• Engage in on-going professional development to maintain expertise in the field and communicate outcomes with faculty and administration.
• Maintain professional licensure.
• Advise students on curriculum, academic programs, and employment/career goals.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Educational Credentials
• Master's Degree in Nursing required.
• Current, unencumbered Michigan RN license or eligibility.
Work Experience
• Minimum of 2 years direct clinical nursing experience required.
• Recent experience in nursing practice or nursing education.
• Experience in nursing education, curriculum design, simulation and/or utilization of education technology is preferred.
• Community College teaching experience or experience teaching adult learners, preferred.
Skills
• Ability to effectively use and evaluate data.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must possess excellent communication skills necessary to relate to others verbally and/or in writing.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with a variety of people in various academic and healthcare settings.
• Demonstrate initiative and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to perform routine duties with minimum supervision.
• Proven ability to provide excellent customer service to students and staff in an academic setting.
• High energy level with enthusiasm and interest in helping and supporting students, staff, and colleagues.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations.
• Adhere to the code of ethics, safety regulations, maintain confidentiality, and use sound judgment in regards to safety of self and others.
• Ability to work as part of a team, including engaging in a team-teaching approach.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
GRCC is only accepting online applications for this position at https://www.grcc.edu/jobs. Submit a cover letter resume, and unofficial transcripts for full consideration. The opportunity to apply for this position will close at the end of the day on the close date referenced at the top of this job posting. Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Grand Rapids Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Visa sponsorship is not available.
HIRING PROCESS
GRCC uses an Evidence Based Selection Process, where we make data driven hiring decisions to help mitigate bias throughout the hiring process. As part of this process, candidates will participate in reference checks and interviews.
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in all programs, activities, services, employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. GRCC is committed to reviewing all aspects of GRCC programs, activities, services and employment, including recruitment, selection, retention and promotion to identify and eliminate barriers in order to prevent discrimination on the basis of the listed protected characteristics. The college will not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation. Further information may be obtained from the EEO Office or the Office of General Counsel, 143 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295.
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