Assistant/Associate/Full Clinical Professor, Prelicensure Programs, Gilbert, AZ

Join our dynamic team at the College of Nursing, University of Arizona, as an Assistant/Associate/Full Clinical Professor in Prelicensure Programs (FT/PT). This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of nursing education and practice.

As a Career Track Faculty member, you will be at the forefront of innovative teaching and learning, actively contributing to our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Master's Entry to Professional Nursing (MEPN) programs. You'll have the chance to work collaboratively with colleagues from various disciplines, fostering a transformative educational environment.

We are also open to discussing the Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) that aligns with your preferences and the program's requirements.

The nationally renowned and highly ranked Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program and Master's Entry to Professional Nursing (MEPN) are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

If you are passionate about shaping the next generation of nurses and advancing nursing education, we invite you to apply and be part of our dynamic team in delivering top-notch nursing programs.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Teaching:

• Teach and guide students in clinical theory and practical courses related to assigned program.
• Advise and mentor students across their academic program.
• Facilitate student development and integration of expected nursing values and behaviors.
• Create a learning environment that facilitates student learning and achievement of expected program outcomes.
• Assess and evaluate student learning in the learning environment.
• Participate in curriculum design and evaluation of program outcomes.
• Pursue continuous quality improvements in course.
• Negotiate and grow cooperative relationships with practice leaders at clinical experiential learning sites.
• Participate in the planning and assessment of our program(s) through faculty governance and quality improvement activities.
• Maintain a collaborative working relationship with other faculty and staff.
• Maintain compliance with required agency and college policies.

Personal Scholarship:

• Maintain clinical practice proficiency by engaging in practice, either directly or indirectly.
• Develop and maintain academic excellence through practice-relevant inquiry and knowledge dissemination through publications and presentations.
• Participate in teams to obtain funding to support student education and training.

Citizenship:

• Engage with faculty, the administrative leadership team, and students in furthering the mission and goals of the College of Nursing.
• Participate in special projects and faculty governance activities, as needed.
• There may be additional duties assigned as it relates to this position.

Minimum Qualifications

Rank to be determined by FAPT Committee. To be considered for each rank minimum requirements: All ranks:

• Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, or DNP) in nursing or a related field.
• Provide evidence of an Arizona RN license prior to first day of employment with the College of Nursing.
• Two (2) years of clinical experience as RN providing direct patient care.
• Maintain own license, immunizations, CPR, and other agency or College requirements and provide evidence of current status.
• Evidence of teaching and clinical practice or systems leadership experience, through certification, or equivalent preparation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching in an entry to practice nursing program.
• Recent direct or indirect nursing practice experience.
• Experience with simulation in nursing education.
• Experience teaching diverse student populations.
• Experience with curriculum design, program development and evaluation of nursing programs.
• Experience with collaborative/active learning techniques.
• Certification in nationally recognized credentialing agency.
• Experience with on-line teaching methodologies.