Faculty - Pediatrics Clinical - College of Nursing

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition package

11 paid holidays

Paid time off to volunteer

Education Tuition Discount Program

Job summary

Grand Canyon University is seeking an Immediate Full-Time Faculty Member for Pediatrics within the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions. The role involves delivering program instruction with innovative teaching methods and technology, and supporting diversity in the academic community.

The incumbent will supervise clinical rotations and integrate didactic content with hands-on lab experiences. Based at the W.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in a college/university setting preferred.
• Ability to evaluate student performance and document progress.
• Familiarity with clinical and lab instruction in nursing education.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce didactic content and teach in clinical and lab settings.
• Collaborate with faculty to evaluate and document student progress.
• Participate in grading written work and clinical/lab performance checks.
• Maintain communication with program faculty and director; attend meetings.
• Stay current with trends in nursing education and clinical practice.
• Support accreditation requirements and university mission.
• Travel to student clinical sites to observe performance.

Skills

Teaching ability

Student evaluation

Education

MSN (Master of Science in Nursing)

Job description

Grand Canyon University is one of Arizona's leading institutions of higher learning. GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

Position Summary

The College of Nursing and Health Care Professions is seeking an Immediate Full-Time Faculty Member for Pediatrics.

As a full-time Faculty member, you’ll provide program instruction incorporating innovative teaching methodologies and cutting-edge technologies, reflecting advancements in your discipline. We are especially interested in applicants who can strengthen the diversity of our academic community.

Site Information

Home base: W. Valley ABSN site at 2600 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix. This position requires daily presence within the greater Phoenix area to directly observe students during clinical rotations.

Clinical Rotations: Greater Phoenix Area

Schedule: 3 12-hour clinical rotations per week, remaining weekly hours in lab as needed.

Benefits

Full benefits portfolio including tuition package.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce didactic content and teach in the context of the clinical and lab application of knowledge and skills related to pre licensure Nursing
• Collaborate with content area faculty to provide expert evaluation and documentation of student progress toward clinical and lab objectives
• Participate in grading written and clinical/lab performance check-offs
• Preserve lines of communication with program faculty and director including attendance in select faculty meetings
• Remain current with new trends and development in the specific field of nursing practice
• Maintain compliance with requirements for program accreditation
• Uphold the tenets of nursing as a holistic profession as well as the pillars of the University
• Requires travel to student clinical sites to directly observe student performance

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) required
• Minimum of 2 years' work experience in Pediatrics clinical nursing
• An active, current, and unencumbered Registered Nurse in the state of AZ or compact state
• Prior teaching experience at the collegiate level preferred
• Evidence of involvement in one's professional area (e.g., membership in professional organizations, presentations, research, and/or publications)
• Must successfully pass a drug test
• Participation in and/or support of the university program in all areas including an evident congruence with the philosophy and direction of the institution, and service to the community
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University's Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University

Why Work at GCU

• Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan
• Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events
• We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program #INDLOPESUP

Diversity Statement and EEO

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Background Check

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre- employment screening activities, including a background check.

Mission and Worldview

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good.