Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing

Company: Simpson University
Location: Redding
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Apply Here: https://secure.onehcm.com/ta/Simpson.jobs?ShowJob=553824967 & TrackId=ZipRecruiter The Faculty is responsible for teaching and related responsibilities in the School of Nursing and to assist with the direction, coordination, and overall management of the program. Qualifications: Minimum of Master’s degree from an accredited college or university which includes course work in nursing, education, or administration Current active California RN license Current CPR certificate Minimum of at least one year experience teaching courses related to registered nursing or completion of a post-baccalaureate course which includes practice in teaching registered nursing Minimum of one year’s continuous full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in the designated nursing area within the last five years Clinical Nursing experience preferred Demonstrated effective classroom skills Program administration, supervision or other administrative experience a plus Proficient in Microsoft Office software applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) Effective communication and interpersonal skills required General Expectations: Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ. Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties. Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records. Properly use tact, diplomacy, discretion and judgment Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties. Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties. Supervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures (for supervisory positions) Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area. Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor. Essential Functions: Teach the equivalent of twenty-four credit hours per year on a schedule to be determined by the Program Director in consultation with the faculty Participate in program and department committees as assigned Advise students as assigned Demonstrate effective communication skills to constituent groups Assist with the recruitment of adjunct faculty Participate in the selection of required texts and reading materials, evaluate and distribute syllabi Participate in New Student Orientations and admissions activities Participate in organizing and conducting departmental, adjunct faculty and/or site supervisor meetings Assist in the development of curriculum and online courses Assist with program and department review and evaluation activities Assist the Program Director with the overall management of the program Participate in strategic planning and budgetary activities of the program and department Physical Requirements: Job Title : Nursing Program Faculty Typical Working Conditions: (Describe environment including exposure to heat, cold, fumes, chemicals, allergens, mold, etc.) Indoors in controlled environment Equipment Used: (List all manual and automated equipment used in the course of performing essential functions.) Computer, scanner, copier, mouse, keyboard, stapler, 3-hole punch, letter opener Essential Physical Tasks: (List all physical tasks encountered in performing essential functions - i.e. sitting for long periods of time using a computer, standing, climbing ladders, etc.) Sitting for long periods of time using a computer Standard work day requires various abilities including standing, walking, sitting, bending, flexing, lifting, twisting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, stretching, pushing and pulling to gather and stock supplies, operate equipment (computers, various types of medical devices, hospital beds, etc.), and perform required functions of patient care. Often must lift, carry or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Occasionally must assist patient position, transfer, or transport requiring lifting in excess of 40 pounds. Gross and fine motor abilities sufficient to perform required functions of patient care; hand-wrist movement, hand-eye coordination, and simple firm grasping required for fine motor-skills and manipulation; fine and gross finger dexterity required. Analysis of Physical Demands to Perform Essential Functions: Key (Based on typical week): N=Never R=Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week) O=Occasional (1%-33% of time) F=Frequent (34%-66% of time) C=Constant (over 66% of time) Activity Frequency Activity Frequency N R O F C N R O F C Lifting/Carrying Twisting/Turning Under 10 lbs X Reach over shoulder X 11-20 lbs X Reach over head X 21-50 lbs X Reach outward X 51-100 lbs X Climb X Over 100 lbs X Crawl X Kneel X Pushing/Pulling Squat X Under 10 lbs X Sit X 11-20 lbs X Walk-Normal Surfaces X 21-50 lbs X Walk-Uneven Surfaces X 51-100 lbs X Walk-Slippery Surfaces X Over 100 lbs X Stand X Bend X Driving Automatic Trans X Standard Trans X Other Keyboard/Ten Key X Fingering (fine dexterity) X Handling (grasping, holding) X Repetitive Motion – Hands X Repetitive Moion - Feet X Salary: $71,007

Keywords: Simpson University, Chico , Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing, Healthcare , Redding, California