Nursing Faculty

Job Description

The ETSU College of Nursing, Department of Graduate Programs, is seeking applicants with a DNP or Ph.D. in Nursing with APRN certification in family practice to join our faculty. This is a 12-month, tenured/tenure-track position. Rank is commensurate with experience and qualifications. The position is based in Johnson City, TN, and may include face-to-face and online teaching.

We seek an innovative and dedicated nursing educator with a strong commitment to teaching, scholarship, practice, and service. Successful candidates will be expected to contribute primarily to teaching in the graduate nursing program. The position requires engagement in classroom, lab, simulation, and clinical-based teaching, supporting the development of future nursing professionals. The new faculty will join a dynamic group of nursing educators with a strong commitment to student success through innovative evidence-based teaching strategies, inter-professional collaboration, and fostering an environment where every student feels valued and supported.

This position requires teaching, research and service duties to be conducted in person on campus. Consistent on-campus presence is required. Remote or hybrid work options are not available.

College of Nursing Overview

The College of Nursing is part of the University's Academic Health Sciences Center, which also includes the James H. Quillen College of Medicine, the Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy, the College of Public Health, and the College of Health Sciences. The College of Nursing is the largest in the State of Tennessee offering multiple tracks for students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs. The Department of Undergraduate Programs is home to over 45 full-time faculty and 700 students across five (5) tracks including the Traditional BSN, Accelerated BSN (Johnson City, Kingsport, Sevierville), LPN-BSN, and RN-BSN/Dual Degree. The Department of Undergraduate Programs boasts a record of excellence with 60% of faculty holding specialty certifications and a strong record of collaboration and successful student outcomes. All programs in the College of Nursing are fully accredited by the CCNE.

University Overview
East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution's focus on community engagement.

The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including paid time off & leave, paid holidays, health and life insurance, retirement, access to University facilities and services, and much more! Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information. https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of computer/audiovisual software and technology, including learning management systems and supplemental instructional platforms.


• Knowledge of evidence-based nursing education practices.


• Knowledge of nursing accreditation standards.


• Knowledge of current healthcare practices including current technologies.


• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with a wide range of faculty, staff, students, and clinical partners.


• Ability to effectively engage and motivate students.


• Ability to work collaboratively with administration, faculty, staff, and clinical partners.


• Ability to engage in clinical teaching as per workload assignment.


• Ability to travel to clinical agencies based on workload assignment.


• Ability to travel to other campus sites for teaching as per workload negotiation.


• All applicants must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English in accordance with the Tennessee Board of Regents policy 5:02:01:03.

Required Qualifications

• DNP or Ph.D. in Nursing (exceptional candidates completing their Ph.D. may be considered but must be awarded prior to the hire date).


• Current National Certification as a Nurse Practitioner with a population focus on Family.


• RN Licensure in the State of Tennessee or Compact State required by the date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred greater than or equal to five years' experience in higher education.

Salary: Salary, rank, and track is commensurate with education and experience