JOB DESCRIPTIONAssistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor - Medical-Surgical Nursing

Institution : Harsha College of Nursing Group : Harsha Institutions, Bengaluru, Karnataka Department : Medical-Surgical Nursing Position : Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor Employment Type : Full time

1. Job Summary

2. Key Responsibilities

- Conduct effective classroom teaching for undergraduate and postgraduate nursing students in Medical-Surgical Nursing .
- Plan and deliver lectures, tutorials, demonstrations, seminars, case presentations, and other academic activities.
- Supervise students during clinical postings in medical, surgical, specialty, and critical-care areas.
- Provide clinical instruction and guidance in areas such as medical wards, surgical wards, ICU, emergency care, operation theatre, specialty units, and other relevant clinical settings.
- Demonstrate and supervise nursing procedures and ensure students develop appropriate clinical competencies.
- Prepare lesson plans, teaching materials, assignments, question papers, and assessment tools.
- Conduct internal assessments, practical examinations, clinical evaluations, and other academic assessments.
- Monitor student attendance, academic progress, clinical performance, and skilled conduct.
- Mentor and counsel students regarding academic, clinical, and professional development.
- Maintain accurate academic, clinical, attendance, and departmental records.
- Participate in curriculum planning, academic meetings, seminars, workshops, conferences, and faculty development programmes.
- Encourage students to participate in research, evidence-based practice, presentations, conferences, and professional activities.
- Undertake research activities and contribute to publications in nursing and healthcare-related areas.




- Guide students in research projects, dissertations, case studies, and academic presentations, as applicable to the designation.
- Participate in departmental quality improvement, accreditation, inspection, and documentation activities.
- Coordinate with clinical institutions and hospital personnel to ensure effective clinical training and student supervision.
- Follow institutional policies, professional ethics, academic regulations, and applicable statutory requirements.
- Perform additional academic and administrative responsibilities assigned by the Principal/HOD/Management.

- Academic & Qualified Qualifications

- Essential : M.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic M.Sc. Nursing with specialization in Medical-Surgical Nursing from a recognized institution.
- B.Sc. Nursing qualification from a recognized institution.
- Valid registration with the State Nursing Council / Indian Nursing Council , as applicable.
- Required teaching and clinical experience as prescribed by applicable regulatory and University norms.
- Ph.D. in Nursing will be an added advantage for senior academic positions.
- Strong knowledge of medical-surgical nursing, adult health nursing, critical care, emergency care, and evidence-based nursing practice.

- Desired Skills

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong classroom teaching and clinical supervision abilities.




- Good knowledge of medical-surgical nursing procedures and practices.
- Ability to effectively mentor and guide nursing students.
- Strong academic planning and assessment skills.
- Research orientation and interest in scholarly publications.
- Good documentation and record-maintenance skills.
- Ability to work effectively with faculty, students, clinical staff, and administration.
- Commitment to professional ethics and quality nursing education.

- Key Competencies

- Medical-Surgical Nursing Expertise
- Clinical Teaching & Supervision
- Academic Planning & Delivery
- Student Mentoring & Counselling
- Clinical Skills Training
- Assessment & Evaluation
- Research & Publications
- Communication Skills
- Leadership & Teamwork
- Documentation & Compliance
- Professional Ethics

- Responsibilities by Designation

Assistant Professor

- Conduct classroom and clinical teaching as assigned.
- Supervise students during medical-surgical clinical postings.
- Conduct student assessments and maintain academic records.
- Participate in departmental activities, research, and institutional programmes.
- Mentor students and support their academic and professional development.

Associate Professor

- Undertake advanced teaching and clinical supervision responsibilities.
- Coordinate academic and clinical activities within the department.
- Guide student research projects and support faculty development.
- Participate in curriculum planning, research, accreditation, and quality improvement activities.
- Assist the HOD in the effective administration of departmental activities.

Professor

- Provide academic and professional leadership to the Medical-Surgical Nursing department.
- Lead academic planning, curriculum development, research, an

📌 Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor - Medical-surgical Nursing (Bengaluru)
🏢 Harsha College of Nursing
📍 Bengaluru