Chair, Department of Nurse Anesthesia

University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing; False Pass (AK); Presencial; USD 150.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing seeks a Chair of the Department of Nurse Anesthesia. This full-time, tenure- or appointment-stream faculty position may be appointed at Assistant, Associate, or full Professor rank, focusing on leadership, teaching, and scholarship.

The chair will oversee department operations, guide faculty development, coordinate curriculum, and promote clinical and academic excellence through collaboration with the Dean and other groups.

Formación

• Board certified CRNA with an unencumbered PA or multi-state license
• Proven administrative leadership in academic settings (didactic and clinical courses)
• Earned doctorate in nursing or related field

Responsabilidades

• Teach, research, and provide service as part of duties.
• Oversee overall function of the Department of Nurse Anesthesia.
• Lead department faculty meetings and coordinate course assignments.
• Mentor faculty in research and quality improvement projects.
• Interview faculty candidates and contribute to strategic planning for development

Conocimientos

Leadership

Teaching

Research

Administration

Educación

Doctorate in nursing or related field

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

The University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing is seeking qualified applicants for the Chair of the Department of Nurse Anesthesia.

The DNP Nurse Anesthesia program at the University of Pittsburgh prepares students through course work that develops knowledge and skill in anesthesia practice as well as in organizational and leadership skills. The rigorous curriculum features courses addressing the chemistry and physics of anesthesia, advanced pharmacology, advanced physiology and pathophysiology, basic-to-advanced principles of anesthesia care, anesthesia technology, team training, patient safety, and the professional role.

This full-time, tenure- or appointment-stream faculty position can be appointed at the Assistant, Associate, or full Professor rank. This leadership faculty position will be responsible for overseeing the overall function of the Department of Nurse Anesthesia.

Faculty responsibilities include teaching, research/scholarship, and service.

Administrative responsibilities will include:

• Liaising with the Office of the Dean and other administrative groups on matters related to department faculty and staff
• Leading Department of Nurse Anesthesia faculty meetings, overseeing the assignment of department courses
• Creating opportunities and providing support for Nurse Anesthesia faculty development activities
• Mentoring faculty in research and quality improvement projects
• Interviewing faculty candidates and providing input on potential contribution to the department in both research and teaching roles, and strategic planning for individual faculty development
• Other duties may be assigned based on department needs.

Minimum Qualifications for Consideration:

• Candidate must be board certified as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) and hold an unencumbered license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (or hold an unencumbered multi-state license from a compact state)
• Proven administrative capabilities in leading and managing in academic and curricular activities, including didactic and clinical graduate courses; conducts independent research/scholarship; has leadership skills in: teaching, research/scholarship, and service
• Earned doctorate in nursing or a field related to the area of scholarship

To learn more about this position visit: www.nursing.pitt.edu/nurse-anesthesia-leadership-landing-page

Company Description

About the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing:

Since its founding in 1939, the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing has provided faculty and students with the resources and support to generate new healthcare knowledge and the educational foundation to conduct evidence-based practice, engage in scholarly activities, and translate knowledge to improve the delivery of healthcare in Pennsylvania, the nation, and throughout the world.

The University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing receives millions of dollars in NIH grant funding each year; and receives top-notch rankings from several organizations.

Current rankings include:

• 9th (tie) best Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program by US News & World Report, including:
• 5th (tie) ranked Nurse Anesthesia DNP program
• 8th (tie) best Bachelor of Science in Nursing program by US News & World Report
• 28th in the world by QS World University Rankings by subject

About the University of Pittsburgh:

Named a “New Ivy” by Forbes, the University of Pittsburgh is internationally recognized as a center of learning, innovation, and research. Pitt shares a campus with the world-class healthcare enterprise, UPMC. Collaboration between Pitt and UPMC results in an environment of interdisciplinary research and education, cutting-edge evidence-based practice, and an infrastructure that fosters career development and sustained successes.