Assistant Professor

Western University; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous paid time off

Insurance plans

Reimbursements

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Western University of Health Sciences seeks an Administrator-Vice Director for APRN Clinical Partnerships to join CGN as a 1.0 FTE faculty-administrative role. This position blends teaching responsibilities with leadership duties for the APRN programs.

The role includes serving on committees, advancing scholarly activity, and coordinating clinical partnerships with a strong emphasis on humanistic health education.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited institution is required.
• RN license current/valid; board-certified APRN in CGN tracks.
• Two years of clinical experience.
• Two years of nursing education teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach in CGN APRN programs and conduct scholarly activities.
• Participate in CGN/University committees and college functions.
• Develop and maintain clinical education sites and evaluate student performance.
• Engage in curriculum development, mentorship, and program assessment.
• Complete duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean for APRN Programs and Dean.

Skills

Advanced nursing practice

Course design

Clinical skills

Communication

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Tools

Teaching technologies

Job description

As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture. At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others. Although, geographically, we are two campuses – as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference.

Position Title

Position Control Number

Position Control Number F03419

Type of Position

Type of Position Faculty

Position Status

Position Status Full-time

Campus

Campus Western University Campus-Pomona, CA

Position Location

Position Location California

Department

Department 1803-College of Graduate Nursing

Job Summary

This is a College of Graduate Nursing administration-level position within Western University of Health Sciences and is offered in conjunction with an administrative appointment. Together, the faculty appointment and the administrative role of Assistant Director of APRN Clinical Partnerships ( PCN A04097) comprise a full-time position (1.0 FTE / 5 days per week).

The salary range listed in this posting represents the total compensation for the combined administrative and faculty responsibilities. Please refer to the corresponding administrative posting for additional details.

Serve as a member of the faculty for the College of Graduate Nursing, and teach in the CGN APRN programs, participate in college and university committees, conduct scholarly research, and perform other such duties as directed by the Assistant Dean for APRN Programs or Dean of the College.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Expertise and knowledge of entry level nursing and advanced practice of nursing.
• Ability to design, implement and evaluate courses, lectures and seminars and evaluate student achievement.
• Knowledge of basic and advanced clinical skills required of nurses in multiple settings.
• Maintain accurate records and reports of clinical and didactic performance of students.
• Ability to communicate with a variety of health professionals that contribute to the clinical/didactic education of nursing students.
• Work effectively with colleagues, staff and administration to advance the mission of the institution.
• Demonstrate basic computer literacy and skills in emerging teaching technologies.
• Willingness to remain flexible and adapt to the changing technological advancements associated with delivering curriculum.
• Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Must possess a Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited institution.

Licensure:

• Must possess a current and valid license as a registered nurse.
• Board-certified Nurse Practitioner in at least one of the APRN specialty tracks offered by CGN.

Experience:

• Two years clinical experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Experience:

• Two years teaching experience in nursing education.

Key Responsibilities

Service:

• Attend and participate in College and University functions, Commencement, Convocation, White Coat, Pinning, etc.
• Participate in institutional and college activities and decision-making which may include:
  • Curriculum development or evaluation.
  • CGN and University committees.
  • Formal and informal faculty development programs.
  • Annual revisions of the Student and Clinical handbooks.
• Maintain clinical competency in area of specialty.

• Participate in academic support activities such as conferences, seminars, student recruiting, etc.
• Develop a program of research or evidence-based practice.
• Contribute one piece of scholarship per academic year.
• Participate in the CGN Mentorship Program.

Key Responsibilities

Other:

• Complete other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean for APRN Programs and Dean of the College of Graduate Nursing.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching:

• Teach in the APRN programs based on specialty certification.
• Assess and evaluate clinical preceptors and clinical education sites. Perform clinical site visits, and mentor students in the clinical setting.
• Advise and guide students to gain success in clinical rotations and service learning experiences while translating their didactic course content.
• Teach in other Western University programs to promote inter-professional education.

Work Schedule

Typically M-F 8 AM – 5 PM with flexibility to support a hybrid academic program. Availability for occasional college or university special events, and weekend seminars (6x per year) is required.

We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable.

We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits.

• Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success.
• Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment.
• Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community.
• As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences.
• WesternU’s core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do.
• We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum

Minimum $116,730.00 Annually

Maximum

Maximum $116,730.00 Annually

Physical Demands

Physical Demands

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to operate a PC in the performance of job duties, and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit, and reach with hands and arms, and occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

Describe Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties are normally performed in a typical office setting. The noise level in this setting is typically low to moderate.

Posting Information

Posting Number

Posting Number F00893

Posting Date

Posting Date 06/26/2026

Close Date

Close Date 06/26/2027

Open Until Filled Yes

Conditions of Employment - Background Check

To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required. Western University of Health Sciences will extend a conditional offer of employment, subject to rescission if the background check unveils disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate deliberately withheld or misrepresented information. Non-completion of the background check to satisfaction may impact the ongoing employment of a current Western University of Health Sciences employee who received a conditional offer for the position.

Pay Transparency Act

Pay Transparency Act- Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers various factors in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The Expected Pay Scale is defined as the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Placement within the Expected Pay Scale is determined by internal equity and relevant qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO)