Nursing Faculty - School Of Nursing

Position Tracking Number: F744

School/College: School of Nursing

Department: Division of Undergraduate Programs

Location: San Bernardino

About APU:

Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles, California. As a leading Christian university in California, Azusa Pacific University grounds rigorous academics on a solid spiritual foundation. With an intentional focus on scholarship, faith integration, diversity, and internationalization, APU provides high-quality academic programs within a tight-knit community of disciples and scholars. APU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as an R2 Doctoral University, recognizing APU’s high level of research activity. A leader in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, APU is committed to excellence in higher education. Offering more than 100 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs on campus, online, and at seven regional locations across Southern California, APU continues to be recognized annually as one of America’s Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report.

About the School of Nursing:

The Azusa Pacific School of Nursing encompasses a full spectrum of undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare nursing scholars for a lifetime of intellectual inquiry. With an APU nursing degree, graduates enter the healthcare field with a solid foundation in research, theory, clinical skills, and hands-on community service, setting them apart as leaders in their profession qualified to change the face of health care delivery. The school offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral degrees, and post-master’s credentials. Within each degree are personalized programs such as LVN to BSN, RN to BSN, Entry-level Master’s (ELM), Doctor of Nursing Practice, and PhD in Nursing.

Description:

The School of Nursing invites applications for a full-time faculty position working in the Division of Undergraduate Programs. The division includes the following departments: Traditional BSN, RN to BSN, UpperDivision BSN Transfer, and Entry Level Masters. Successful candidates will offer the following:

• Model a passion for learning and excellence in the classroom and clinical settings
• Desire and ability to maintain an active research program
• Maintain clinical specialization
• Assist students in achieving competence in practice
• A commitment to excellence in teaching, clinical practice, and research
• Enthusiastic advising /mentoring of students in coursework, research, and professional practice
• Participate in faculty governance
• Skilled in utilizing a variety of teaching methods
• Awareness of healthcare dynamics and changing nursing roles
• Active engagement in curriculum and program development
• Participate in program review and accreditation reporting
• Generate creative ways of teaching and supporting learners

Specialization:

• Clinical specialization
• Medical Surgical Nursing Preferred
• Critical Care Nursing Prefered

Responsibilities:

• Adheres to the expectations delineated in the University Faculty Handbook
• May be needed to work at alternative Regional Campuses or Sites.
• Support experiential learning including simulation, competency development in skills, and virtual labs
• Support faculty work within the division and its associated programs
• Applicants will have evidence of high-quality teaching and show potential for active research.
• Integrates a Christian worldview into the disciplines of nursing and teaching

Level:

• Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, or Instructor

Qualifications:

• A masters degree with extensive clinical experience and/or teaching experience may be considered.
• Active California Registered Nurse license or eligible to acquire
• A doctorate from an accredited university in Nursing or a closely related discipline is preferred.

Experience:

• Candidates require professional expertise and experience commensurate with specific position requirements.

Workload: Full-time faculty position.

Hire Date: Open until filled

Mental Demands:

• Ability to collaborate with other faculty and staff and maintain collegial relations.
• Ability to engage in critical thinking and exercise independent judgment.
• Self starter, ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.
• Ability to integrate Christian values in all aspects.

Compensation:

$70,000 to $150,000 is the annual salary for this role and reflects what Azusa Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to salary, APU offers a competitive benefits package.

Additional Information:

Candidates must align with Azusa Pacific University's Christian identity. Faculty members are expected to sign a Statement of Faith (available at http://www.apu.edu/about/believe), to adhere to the policies outlined in the Faculty Handbook, and to integrate the Christian faith in teaching and scholarship.

Azusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation.

Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Azusa Pacific University conducts background checks on all final candidates.