PURPOSE: This rule defines the categories, qualifications and competencies, minimum number, employment policies, responsibilities and reports for faculty members.

1. (1) Responsibilities.

   1. (A) The administrator of the program shall be a registered nurse employed full-time. The administrator shall have the primary responsibility and the authority for the administration of the nursing program.
   2. (B) Nurse faculty shall develop, implement, maintain and evaluate the program in relation to stated philosophy and graduate competencies of the program.

2. (2) Qualifications and Competencies.

   1. (A) Program administrator shall meet the following criteria for appointment:

      1. 1. Current license to practice profes-

sional nursing in Missouri;

1. 2. Bachelor of Science in Nursing with

a clinical component. The program administrator appointed to the position prior to December 9, 1993 is exempt from the requirement of having a Bachelor of Science in Nursing;

1. 3. Equivalent of two (2) years of full-

time experience within five (5) years or have a total of two (2) years of part-time experience within the last (5) five years and evidence of active pursuit of a Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing or higher advanced nursing degree. Experience shall be in nursing education, clinical practice, or administration; and

1. 4. Qualified for vocational teacher certi-

fication. Current certification to be obtained within three (3) months of appointment.

1. (B) Faculty must be approved by the board prior to appointment. Nurse faculty shall meet the following criteria for appointment:

   1. 1. Current license to practice profes-

sional nursing in Missouri.

1. 2. Educational requirements.

   1. A. All faculty members teaching in

practical nursing program shall have a minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with a clinical component.

1. B. Faculty appointed prior to January

1, 1999 are exempt from this requirement;

1. 3. Equivalent of two (2) years of full-

time experience within five (5) years or two (2) years of part-time experience within the last (5) five years and evidence of active pursuit of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing of higher advanced nursing degree. Experience shall be in nursing education, clinical practice, or administration; and

1. 4. Qualified for vocational teacher certi-

fication. Current certification to be obtained within three (3) months of appointment.

1. (C) Non-nurse faculty shall have professional preparation and qualifications for the specific areas in which they are involved.
2. (D) Minimum Number of Faculty. One (1) full-time professional nurse in addition to the administrator with sufficient faculty, to achieve the objectives of the educational program and such number shall be reasonably proportionate to: number of students enrolled; frequency of admissions; number and location of clinical sites; and total responsibilities of the faculty. Faculty assignments shall allow time for class and laboratory preparation; teaching; program revision; improvement of teaching methods and participation in faculty organizations and committees.

1. (3) Employment Policies.

   1. (A) To the extent required by the law—age, marital status, sex, national origin, race, color, creed, disability and religion shall not be determining factors in employment.

   2. (B) Nursing Program.

      1. 1. Personnel policies shall be in writing,

available, and consistent with the sponsoring agency.

1. 2. Position descriptions shall be in writ-

ing and shall detail the responsibilities and functions for each position.

1. 3. A planned orientation shall be in

writing and implemented, including a description of the role of a licensed practical nurse and professional nurse according to the Nursing Practice Act (NPA).

1. (4) Responsibilities. The administrator and faculty of the program shall be responsible for, but not limited to:

   1. (A) Complying with minimum standards; 20 CSR 2200-3
   2. (B) Ongoing, systematic development, implementation and evaluation of the total program;
   3. (C) Instruction and evaluation of students;
   4. (D) Participation on committees providing input on policies regarding recruitment, admission, retention, promotion and graduation of students;
   5. (E) Ensuring availability of academic advisement and guidance of students;
   6. (F) Maintenance of student records;
   7. (G) Ensuring confidentiality of student records;
   8. (H) Maintenance of clinical and educational competencies in areas of instructional responsibilities. The program administrator and faculty shall maintain professional competence by activities which may include nursing practice, continuing education, writing, or participation in professional associations;
   9. (I) Participation in program activities; and
   10. (J) Participation in the development of departmental and institutional policies.

AUTHORITY: section 335.036, RSMo Supp. 1997.* This rule originally filed as 4 CSR 200-3.060. Original rule filed Jan. 29, 1974, effective Feb. 8, 1974. Amended: Filed Dec. 12, 1975, effective Dec. 22, 1975. Rescinded and readopted: Filed Oct. 14, 1981, effective Jan. 14, 1982. Rescinded and readopted: Filed March 25, 1993, effective Dec. 9, 1993. Amended: Filed Aug. 6, 1998, effective Feb. 28, 1999. Moved to 20 CSR 2200-3.060, effective Aug. 28, 2006.

*Original authority: 335.036, RSMo 1975, amended 1981, 1985, 1993, 1995.