Nursing Assistant Professor / LPN Coordinator

Position Information

Position Title Nursing Assistant Professor / LPN Coordinator

Position Category Faculty

Position Status 10 Month

FLSA Exempt

Advertised Salary $69,992

Department Nursing

Working Hours Varies

General Description

SUNY Niagara is excited to offer a full-time, 10-month tenure-track opportunity for a Nursing Assistant Professor / LPN Coordinator to join our Nursing, Physical & Allied Health Division. This role is ideal for a skilled nurse educator who is enthusiastic about shaping the futures of students in both our LPN Certificate and RN AAS programs.

Why You’ll Love This Role : As an integral part of SUNY Niagara’s Nursing programs, you will provide in-depth classroom, clinical, and lab instruction, covering essential Nursing topics and giving students a comprehensive educational experience. You’ll also oversee our advanced Simulation Lab, setting up and facilitating computer-based scenarios to replicate real-life patient care, coordinating learning experiences for students, and ensuring smooth lab operations. This position will also be responsible for student advisement, and participation in divisional and college activities. These assignments are during the day, evening or weekend hours.

This position will be required to work for periods of time in the summer months (June, July and August as the LPN Coordinator). The base salary will increase with the additional responsibilities of the Coordinator with stipends in the summer. The Coordinator stipend’s value is $2,745. You can further increase your salary by doing special assignments etc. There is also a tenure track pathway for promotion to higher level salaries of Associate Professor and Professor.

Selected candidates may be eligible to receive fully paid tuition scholarship to earn a Master’s of Science in Nursing Education.

SUNY Niagara also provides phenomenal benefits. Please visit to view our benefits offerings. Our exceptional work environment fosters growth and personal fulfillment. As an employee, you can expect :

Work-Life Balance : When employees can balance their work and personal lives, they are happier, more productive, and better positioned to support our students.

Professional Growth : SUNY Niagara cares about employees’ professional advancement and development. You will have access to ongoing training, programs, and workshops. We support career growth and encourage employees to pursue further education.

Welcoming Culture : SUNY Niagara values the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and social justice as they create a sense of belonging for our students and employees. We foster a collaborative culture that respects and appreciates different perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds which contribute to the richness of our institution. We believe that our diverse, inclusive community enriches the experiences of students and employees alike.

Meaningful Work : At SUNY Niagara, your work will directly impact the lives of our students and the region we serve. Our college is for all who are passionate about teaching and focused on supporting students. Our small class sizes facilitate engagement. You will shape students’ futures, prepare them for successful careers, and empower them to contribute to society. Your dedication and expertise will propel students to achieve their educational goals.

Join our team and help us shape the future of healthcare education while enjoying a balanced, fulfilling career at SUNY Niagara!

Typical Work Activities

Teach and advise students in the Nursing program

Clinical, lecture, or lab setting teaching

Recruit and retain students in the Nursing program

Actively participate as a member of a committee, representing the Nursing, Physical & Allied Health division.

Attend and participate in division meetings

Performs other duties as assigned

Essential Functions

Ability to interact, communicate and work with and teach a diverse student population. Ability to advise students for classes, transfer options and career advice in the field. Ability to be an active member in the division and serve on committees representing the division. Ability to speak in front of groups of people. Must be able to effectively communicate with students, co-workers, supervisors and the campus community. Must be able to develop, prepare and present information. Must able to operate computers. Must be able to physically perform the duties of the position.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and enrolled in a Master’s of Science in Nursing program

Proof that one has completed all requirements for a Master’s of Science with a major in Nursing within 18 months of starting the position

Current Registered Nurse license (RN);

Nursing clinical experience or teaching experience in nursing within the last 5 years.

Desirable Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Classroom, lab, or clinical teaching experience in a nursing program in a community college

Teaching or clinical experience in a technology-enhanced classroom

Experience using a course management system such as Brightspace

Experience working with simulation equipment and scenarios

License(s) / Certifications

About SUNY Niagara

SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.

SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!

SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn, campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county’s three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing. We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment.

The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute ( NFCI ) is located in the heart of one of the world’s biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European-style pastry café, at NFCI .

Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students’ current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

EEO Statement

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F217P

Open Date 09 / 17 / 2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

For full consideration, applications must be submitted by October 27, 2024. If a viable candidate is not found during the initial review, applications submitted after October 27, 2024 will be considered. SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following :

• cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications
• resume
• unofficial transcripts
• names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references

Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

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Letter of Recommendation

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