Nursing Faculty - OB/Women's Health

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount program

Full benefits portfolio

Job summary

Grand Canyon University in Meridian, ID is seeking a Lab/Clinical Nursing Faculty (OB) to support pre-licensure nursing education. The role focuses on reinforcing didactic content through clinical/lab instruction and direct/indirect student evaluation.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Nursing (MSN), has at least 2 years in OBGYN or Women’s Health nursing, and is an active RN in Idaho or a compact state with prior college teaching experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Teaches in clinical and lab settings using current teaching methodologies.
• Collaborates with faculty to evaluate and document student progress.
• Grading of written and Clinical/Lab performances.
• Maintains communication with program faculty and director.
• Keeps current with trends in nursing practice and accreditation requirements.
• Upholds nursing tenets and university mission.
• Willingness to travel to student clinical sites.

Responsibilities

• Reinforces didactic content in clinical and lab contexts.
• Collaborates with content area faculty for evaluation and documentation.
• Participates in grading of written and performance assessments.
• Maintains lines of communication with program leadership and attends select meetings.
• Stays current with trends and accreditation requirements.
• Upholds nursing as a holistic profession and university pillars.
• Travels to student sites to observe performance.

Skills

Teaching ability

Communication skills

Collaboration

Student assessment

Education

MSN

Job description

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University. Grand Canyon University has launched an Accelerated BSN program in Meridian - join us!Are you looking to shape the nurses of the future? Have you always thought about teaching? Are you prepared to pass on your knowledge to the next generation of Nurses and Healthcare professionals? We may have the opportunity you have been looking for.The College of Nursing and Health Care Professions has an opening for Lab/Clinical Nursing Faculty in the area of OB. In this role you will provide indirect and direct support in the development and provision of clinical instruction and student evaluation incorporating current teaching methodologies, technologies, and other trends that reflect advances in specific areas of the discipline associated with the individual’s teaching assignment. As a full-time Faculty member, you’ll provide program instruction incorporating innovative teaching methodologies, cutting-edge technologies and other industry trends reflecting advancements in your discipline.Location: 1144 S. Silverstone Way, Meridian, IDBenefits: Full benefit portfolio including tuition packageWhat You Will Do:Reinforces didactic content and teaches in the context of the clinical and lab application of knowledge and skills related to pre licensure NursingCollaborates with content area faculty to provide expert evaluation and documentation of student progress toward clinical and lab objectivesParticipates in grading written and Clinical/Lab performance check-offsPreserves lines of communication with program faculty and director including attendance in select faculty meetingsRemains current with new trends and development in the specific field of nursing practiceMaintains compliance with requirements for program accreditationUpholds the tenets of nursing as a holistic profession as well as the pillars of the UniversityRequires travel to student clinical sites to directly observe student performanceWhat You Will Have:Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) requiredMinimum of 2 years’ work experience in OBGYN, Women's Health, Labor and Delivery nursingAn active and unencumbered Registered Nurse in the state of ID or compact statePrior teaching experience at the collegiate level preferredEvidence of involvement in one’s professional area (e.g., membership in professional organizations, presentations, research, and/or publications)Excellent communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with students and preceptorsParticipation 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 communityProvide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon UniversityWhy work at GCU:Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings planGenerous time off plan and 11 paid holidaysPaid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored eventsWe also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program#INDLOPESUP