COLLEGE: Health & Human Services

DEPARTMENT: School of Nursing

POSITION TITLE: Tenure Track Faculty -  Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

The School of Nursing (SoN) provides excellent and innovative undergraduate and graduate nursing education designed to meet the needs of a diverse community. Students are prepared for roles in nursing as clinicians, advocates, researchers, educators, and leaders in the changing health care system. The SoN and faculty serve approximately 320 pre-licensure undergraduate students, 225 RN/ADN-BSN students, and 115 graduate students annually. We have one of the largest School Nurse Programs in the state and are starting a BSN-DNP program. Our NCLEX pass rates are consistently in the high 90’s. Our faculty are united in their commitment to student success and helping students achieve high standards.

The SoN transforms health care through innovative nursing education, community partnerships, and policy engagement. We believe that the SON serves its students and the society at large by creating an environment in which faculty and students pursue the knowledge of nursing practice guided by the following core values:

• Caring           • Integrity        • Advocacy     • Collaboration            • Inclusion

• Equity           • Leadership

For more information about this department: https://www.csus.edu/college/health-human-services/nursing/

POSITION DETAILS:

The School of Nursing (SoN) seeks a full-time faculty wanting to transform the future of Nursing in the area of psychiatric / mental health nursing. Position is available at the rank of Assistant or Associate professor, clinical or academic track. The School of Nursing encouraged applicants who are transitioning from non-academic careers and who are committed to building an equitable scholarly learning environment. The School of Nursing reminds applicants that it is only necessary to meet the required qualifications to apply.

We offer a comprehensive pension and benefits package. Faculty teach in their specialty and across the programs as appropriate. Many courses in the SoN are team taught. Faculty teach two 16-week semesters with approximately one month off late December-January and summer June to late August. Summer teaching may be available, but is not required, and is for additional pay.

The classification annual salary range for this position is $74,652-$174,276; the anticipated annual starting salary is $82,000 for 10 months of work paid over 12 months (for those without a terminal degree or experience).  Salary and appointment to the Assistant or Associate professor level, as well as to the clinical or academic track, will be dependent upon CSU system-wide ranges, qualifications, and professional experience

JOB DUTIES:

Duties will include

• Classroom management, organizational abilities, and instruction in the specialty area (Psych / Mental Health nursing) primarily in the pre-licensure program required for leading lecture and clinical courses
• Direct supervision of students in community and/or agency-based settings
• Participation in course and program curriculum revision and development ensuring access and inclusion towards academic excellence, and multiple approaches to learning are core
• Team teaching and abilities that foster inclusive and equitable student success
• Effective and clear communication with diverse groups of faculty, students, staff, and clients
• Student advising within the major
• Engaging in scholarly and creative activities (Academic Track); Advanced Professional/Clinical Certification Achievements (Clinical Track)
• Serving on School, College, and University committees; assist with Nursing school licensing and accreditation
• Providing service to the community of Sacramento and the professional community at large.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Please note that all considered candidates must meet all required qualifications, but do not need to meet all preferred qualifications.

• Education
  • For appointment to an Academic Tenure Track position, a terminal degree in Nursing (PhD or DNP) or a master’s degree in nursing and a terminal degree in a related discipline is required. ABD candidates are encouraged to apply. If ABD, candidate will be required to complete the doctoral degree by August 2027
  • For appointment to a Clinical Tenure Track position, master’s degree in nursing or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program with a master’s degree in a health-related field. Position conversion to an academic tenure track may be requested if a doctoral degree is subsequently completed. This rank is also appropriate for someone with a terminal degree not interested in rigorous scholarship.
• Special Knowledge and Abilities
  • Demonstrated commitment or ability to work with diverse populations through teaching, curriculum development, or clinical practice
  • Psych / Mental Health nursing content, both clinical and didactic, at the bachelor’s or master’s level.
  • Licensed, or be eligible for licensure, by California Board of Registered Nursing. Licensure must be granted prior to the start of employment.
• Experience
  • Minimum 1-year cumulative clinical as an RN and/or teaching experience in Psych / Mental Health nursing in the last 5 years
  • Minimum of 5-years as an RN
  • Evidence of continuing education in content and/or clinical appropriate to Psych / Mental Health practice
• Demonstrated experience (or potential for) working successfully with diverse student populations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• An earned doctorate in Nursing
• Graduate preparation/coursework in the area of teaching specialization (Psych / Mental Health)
• Graduate preparation/coursework in curriculum development and instruction that is global in perspective
• Ability to choose and implement technologies for enhancing student learning; can teach from multiple theoretical and disciplinary approaches to a diverse audience
• Training in online teaching that centers accessibility and leverages the skills of all learners (e.g.  Quality Matters, Quality Assurance, or certificates)
• Experience with simulation technology
• Demonstrated commitment or ability to collaborate with faculty, students, and campus community on a variety of community/academic projects and in creating inclusive classrooms
• Experience with, or knowledge of, a variety of innovative teaching methods, curricular perspectives, and/or assessment practices that support course learning outcomes and foster inclusive and equitable student success
• Ability to teach large classes
• Minimum 5 years cumulative clinical and/or teaching experience in Psych / Mental Health nursing
• Experience with effective, diverse assessment practices that support course learning outcomes and promote student success
• A record of scholarly activities; particularly if applying for the Academic Tenure Track
• Active involvement in professional and community organizations
• Proficient in Spanish and/or other languages
• Ability to contribute to the campus imperatives
• Ability to develop undergraduate research projects/lead undergraduate teams

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:

Review of applications will begin March 9, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled.

Cover letter, Current curriculum vita (CV)/resume, Unofficial transcripts of highest degree or degree required for position, Continuing Education listing, and Diversity Statement are required for all positions. 

• Cover letter should address the required and preferred qualifications. It can include a statement of teaching philosophy and scholarly interests.
• CV/resume – please specify month and year for activities such as education and employment
• Transcripts (unofficial transcripts of highest degree)
• Diversity statement should address equity and inclusion in teaching and demonstrate a commitment to working with underrepresented minority students through teaching and mentoring.
• Evidence of continuing education in content and/or clinical appropriate to Psych / Mental Health practice (may be provided in list format). 

When providing references, please use professional references ONLY.

Candidates from underrepresented and/or minoritized groups in (academic field) are strongly encouraged to apply.

*Professional portfolio will be required if invited for an interview. The Portfolio should present materials that are pertinent to teaching or to clinical practice. The Portfolio evidences logical organization and, if varied, contains tabs or an index; reflects knowledge of the subject matter that was current at the time at which the item in the portfolio was prepared; is actually a portfolio, as opposed to a scrapbook or journal. For instructional material, it is inclusive of the steps of a lesson plan or of modern educational practice in nursing, for instance, learning objectives, course script, PowerPoint, outlines, lecture notes, exam questions, discussion board questions, term paper descriptions, class participation objectives, in-class activities, grading rubrics, film/video content, coherence with external body expectations such as NCLEX sample items. For clinical exemplars, it maintains confidentiality and anonymity.

OTHER SPECIFICS ABOUT THE POSITION:

• In the School of Nursing, many technologies are used. All courses contain an online component, and some lecture courses are entirely web-based. Quality Matters or similar certification encouraged. Applicants must be able to use a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Because clinical placement is variable, direct supervision of students in the community and/or an agency setting may occur at any time of the day, and on any day of the week. Clinical shifts may exceed eight hours. Applicants should be prepared to have teaching assignments or committee commitments four or five days a week.
• If selected for the position, candidates must complete and pass clinical agency onboarding requirements which include training, immunizations, a background screen, and drug test. Failure to complete all onboarding will affect teaching assignments within the School of Nursing or result in cancellation of contract.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution. The university enrolls around 31,000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region, throughout California, across the nation, and around the world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement, and wellness and safety.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued.  Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning. 

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html.

The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/csu-learn.html.

Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act Notification: 

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery . 

The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at clery@csus.edu.

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Effective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. 

Out of State Employment

Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agent for non-tenure track (temporary/lecturer) faculty for H1-B Visa.

California State University, Sacramento is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment that are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the “Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers” issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee.