Instructional Series Faculty Appointment focused in Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP (Open Rank-[...]

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical CampusDepartment: College of Nursing, Office of Faculty and StudentsJob Title: Instructional Series Faculty Appointment focused in Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP (Open Rank – Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Teaching Professor, Associate Teaching Professor, or Teaching Professor)Position #: 00613794 - Requisition #36858Job Summary: The CU College of Nursing is seeking a full-time (1.00 FTE) faculty member within the Instructional Faculty Series with expertise in teaching adult gerontology acute care nurse practitioner and related content. This position may teach across programs and at multiple CU Nursing locations, including the Anschutz Medical Campus and the Legacy Campus. Potential courses include foundational and adult-gerontology acute-care content. The rank will depend on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and scholarship. The successful candidate must work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and community members from diverse backgrounds.The faculty are integral to providing a high-quality student experience. The role will interface directly with students and is responsible for maintaining competency in the subject matter, preparing teaching materials in alignment with best-practice guidelines, and serving as a role model for professionalism.ResponsibilitiesFacilitate learning by engaging students in high-level learning activities related to application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of course content.Remain current with best practices in teaching pedagogy and cognitive learning theories.Maintain clinical relevancy regarding guidelines and interventions pertinent to patient care; serve as a role model to teach students how to interact, assess, and make sound clinical decisions.Contribute to a psychologically safe learning environment, foster the free exchange of constructive feedback, encourage collaborative teamwork, clearly outline expectations, and cultivate a positive learning environment.Collaborate with teaching teams to foster continued quality improvement and shared decision-making regarding course content and assignments, clinical experiences, and/or evaluation methods.Provide a climate of mutual respect, open communication, and collaboration; act as a role model for patient-centered care.Evaluate student application of knowledge.Participate in professional development activities that address desired learning outcomes and align with an individual's role and the priorities of the institution.Use educational technology, task training devices, and computer-assisted instructional tools in the skills laboratory and classroom settings for teaching, learning, practice, and assessment of clinical competencies.Promote accountability among students by implementing clear guidelines and expectations for preparation, engagement, and self-directed study/practice.Encourage simulation scholarship (publications, editorials, empirical research, blogs, social media, and presentations).Participate in professional service to the CU Nursing community.Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course outcomes and proactively support all facets of the learning environment.Provide education through learner-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill patient needs and meet workforce demands.Encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility, respect, lifelong learning, diversity, ethics, and personal and professional development.Participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs and the College of Nursing while abiding by mandates of the University of Colorado and the College of Nursing.Participate in course, curricular, and program revisions/development as assigned.Introduce students to skills needed to succeed in a progressive teaching and learning environment incorporating innovative strategies for competency development.Serve on divisional, college, and university committees.Demonstrate a commitment to collaborative inter-professional teaching and scholarship.Minimum QualificationsInstructor:A bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school/college.A master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.A record of demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, collegial collaboration, and commitment to a program of scholarship.Eligible to obtain an unencumbered nursing license in Colorado.Hold current certification for Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP).Senior Instructor:A bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school/college.A master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.A record of demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, collegial collaboration, and commitment to a program of scholarship.Eligible to obtain an unencumbered nursing license in Colorado.Hold current certification for Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP).Assistant Teaching Professor:A bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school/college.A master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.A Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or an earned doctorate in an appropriate field of science, nursing, social science, education, or related area.A record of demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, collegial collaboration, and commitment to a program of scholarship.Eligible to obtain an unencumbered nursing license in Colorado.Hold current certification for Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP).Associate Teaching Professor:A bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school/college.A master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.A Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or an earned doctorate in an appropriate field of science, nursing, social science, education, or related area.A record of demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, collegial collaboration, and commitment to a program of scholarship.Eligible to obtain an unencumbered nursing license in Colorado.Hold current certification for Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP).Teaching Professor:A bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school/college.A master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.A Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or an earned doctorate in an appropriate field of science, nursing, social science, education, or related area.A record of demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, collegial collaboration, and commitment to a program of scholarship.Eligible to obtain an unencumbered nursing license in Colorado.Hold current certification for Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP).Preferred Qualifications2-4 years experience working as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.Holds a current Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) designation.Demonstrated success in teaching across nursing programs from undergraduate to DNP.Collaborative record of teaching and scholarship.CompetenciesAbility to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.Ability to provide effective leadership to achieve strategic objectives.Ability to think critically and problem-solve to achieve team objectives.Values diversity of student backgrounds and experiences.Committed to improving the quality and access of healthcare to communities.Equal Opportunity StatementThe University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.Pay RangeInstructor: $88,000 to $95,000Senior Instructor: $92,000 to $98,000Assistant Teaching Professor: $98,000 to $115,000Associate Teaching Professor: $115,000 to $130,000Teaching Professor: $130,000 to $150,000J-18808-Ljbffr