Job description

Mount Vernon Nazarene University exists to shape lives through educating the whole person and cultivating Christ-likeness for lifelong learning and service. Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) is an intentionally Christian teaching university for traditional age students, graduate students, and working adults who seek opportunities to learn and grow in an academic community of faith. The University provides the context for a transformational experience through excellent academics, service opportunities, caring relationships, and a nurturing spiritual and social environment. Faculty, staff, and students are challenged to achieve their highest potential, to become increasingly Christ-like and to make a difference in their world through lifelong service.

Mount Vernon Nazarene University seeks a full-time (9 month) Nursing Faculty Member for its Nursing Program on the Mount Vernon main campus, beginning Fall 2026. Rank is open. Compensation is competitive among the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. A full complement of benefits is provided, including a health care plan, retirement contributions and tuition assistance (self and dependents).

Responsibilities and expectations for this position include:

• Teach Medical-Surgical nursing in the traditional undergraduate Nursing program (didactic and clinical). Strong preference is for an individual also qualified to teach Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing didactic and clinical.
• Coordinate Medical-Surgical courses.
• Teach other courses in the nursing program and College of Arts and Sciences as needed.
• Teach occasional College of Adult and Professional Studies nursing courses online as part of load or as overload.
• Advise students majoring in Nursing, ensuring their academic progress meets requirements set by the institution and work with students to encourage professional development.
• Support departmental efforts for continued improvement of programs.
• Serve the University through committee participation.

Qualifications for the successful candidate:

• Evangelical Christian statement of faith, experience, and mission fit
• Personal commitment to Jesus Christ
• Understanding and alignment of the heritage, doctrine, and practices of the Church of the Nazarene
• Doctorate in Nursing, or a related field, preferred; Master of Science in Nursing required.
• Active, unrestricted Ohio RN license required.
• Experience of at least 2 years in the practice of nursing as a registered nurse.
• Didactic teaching experience in higher education for at least 2 years preferred
• Evidence of scholarly potential.
• Commitment to quality academic instruction and demonstrable record of successful teaching within higher education.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Desire to help students succeed in the university setting with strong connectivity to college student needs.

In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the university actively encourages applications from members of all ethnic groups underrepresented in higher education. A

How to apply

pplications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, early application is strongly advised. Interested candidates should send an application letter, curriculum vita, unofficial college transcripts, evidence of teaching competence, names and contact information for three references, a one- to two- page statement of educational philosophy, and a one- to two-page statement of faith. Applicants are encouraged to submit application materials via email as
Microsoft Word, .pdf file attachments, or as hard copies to:Academic Affairs

Mount Vernon Nazarene University 800 Martinsburg Road

Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Email: [email protected]

Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification and criminal background check. Mount Vernon Nazarene University does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or military service in administering its employment policies and practices. As a religious educational institution under the auspices of the Church of the Nazarene, the University is permitted by law to consider religious beliefs/practices in making employment decisions and does so to achieve its mission. The University requires as a condition of employment that all employees subscribe to standards of the Church of the Nazarene and conduct their lives in accordance therewith.

Mount Vernon Nazarene University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.