Certified Nurse Midwives (CNM) Program Director/Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Residence[...]

University of Nevada-Las Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition discounts for NSHE schools

Wellness programming for faculty and$

RebelCard discounts

Job summary

University of Nevada, Las Vegas seeks a CNM Program Director/Assistant/Associate/Professor-in-Residence to lead the CNM track within the MSN program. Responsibilities include strategic planning, curriculum development, and oversight of clinical sites and preceptors.

The role emphasizes advising students, mentoring faculty, and ensuring accreditation standards are met. Qualified candidates hold a CNM with a doctoral degree and Nevada RN licensure, with background checks as required.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Nursing or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Must hold or be eligible for Nevada RN license; background check may be required.
• Must be Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM). Credentials obtained prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for CNM Program track within the MSN program.
• Plan, implement, evaluate and manage the CNM specialty track.
• Advise CNM students and mentor faculty teaching in the specialty program.
• Design and deliver CNM instruction through didactic, simulation and clinical methods.
• Identify and develop clinical sites and preceptors for the CNM track.
• Maintain accreditation standards and program records per ACME policies.
• Collaborate with MSN leadership on recruitment, admissions and curriculum changes.
• Participate in professional service and scholarship in CNM and related organizations.

Education

Doctorate degree in Nursing or related field

Nevada RN license or eligibility

Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM)

Job description

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Certified Nurse Midwives (CNM) Program Director/Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Residence, School of Nursing [R0152624]

ROLE of the POSITION

The Certified Nurse Midwives (CNM) Program Director/Assistant/Associate/Professor-in-Residence provides vital leadership for the CNM Program track within the MSN program (12-month). The Program Director is responsible for the planning, implementing, evaluating and managing of the CNM specialty track. The Program Director is responsible for advising students in the program. The Program Director will work to orient and mentor other faculty teaching in the program and to develop and evaluate clinical sites. The Program Director will provide support for the viability, quality, legal and professional compliance of the specialty. Specialty coordinators are expected to be role models for clinical scholarship and leadership in the School of Nursing and within their specialty organizations.

The Program Director Is Also Expected To

• Provide overall leadership for the sustainability of the program, including strategic planning for the specialty.
• Work closely with the Office of Enrollment and Student Affairs and Director of the MSN program to develop CNM Program recruitment and marketing strategies, respond to potential student inquiries; participate in the admission process by interviewing and selecting applicants.
• Serve as the Academic Advisor to students in their specialty, focusing on issues of certification eligibility, academic progression and retention.
• Design and provide expert instruction for CNM preparation through didactic, simulation, clinical and innovative approaches.
• Work with the clinical placement’s office in identifying the specialty’s need for clinical preceptors and site.
• Ensure clinical site and preceptor information is entered and maintained in shared database including the evaluation of each. Oversee the completion of these functions.
• Orient new faculty and mentor faculty teaching in the specialty program; identify qualified candidates and nominate preceptors for adjunct faculty positions.
• Ensure that specialty standards for accreditation of the program and certification of graduates are met.
• Maintains appropriate programmatic records according to ACME policies including program philosophy, objectives, and master schedule, organizational charts, administrative policies and procedures, budget information, committee meeting minutes, hospital statistics and data, current course outlines, objectives, and student brochure, examinations and testing materials, faculty teaching and time commitment data and self-study records.
• Complete program and accreditation reports in a timely manner.
• Articulate faculty needs for the specialty to the MSN Program Director and Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs based on number of students, specialty-specific needs, and teaching-learning activities.
• Participate in MSN Program and Specialty Coordinator meetings as well as Curriculum Committee activities related to course, curricular and program changes.
• Ensure completion of program evaluation data collection including tracking student outcomes (i.e. performance on certification exams; employment settings), analyze data and propose appropriate programmatic changes.
• In collaboration with the Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs, will recommend for hire, orient and supervise clinical instructors according to number of students enrolled and site placements.
• Serve as a role model for scholarship in clinical or educational research including evidence-based guidelines, quality improvement, and other projects, and dissemination of results through manuscripts and presentations.
• Participate in local, regional, and national specialty organizations to be current on environmental issues that may impact the nurse anesthesia program and practice.
• Maintain specialty certification credentials.
• Maintain active practice as a CNM.

PROFILE of the DEPARTMENT/COLLEGE

The School of Nursing at UNLV offers CCNE-accredited programs leading to a BSN, MS (nurse practitioner and nurse educator tracks), DNP, and PhD (Educator and Interprofessional Health concentrations and DNP to PhD). For more information, visit us online at: http://www.unlv.edu/nursing

Minimum Qualifications

• This position requires a Doctorate degree in Nursing or a related field from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• the ,The individual must also hold or be qualified to hold a Nevada RN license and if selected, applicant is subject to a one-time background check.
• This individual must be a Certified Nurse Midwife.
• Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years’ in academic and clinical teaching preferred.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

Benefits Of Working At Unlv

• Competitive total rewards package including:
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
• Support and resources available for veteran applicants — [e-mail] or visit our Veterans Webpage.

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C.

• 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 246, Telephone: [phone]; Email: [e-mail], or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [e-mail]; or to both.

Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEGORY

Academic Faculty

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted.

Note to Applicant

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided). Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.