Nursing Faculty, Undergraduate Division - College of Nursing and Health Sciences

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APU seeks employees who desire to contribute to our thriving culture by cultivating community through professional interactions, demonstrating a posture of lifelong learning, and modeling Christ-like character. Working together, employees at APU commit to establishing a university atmosphere that is edifying to God and one another.

The School of Nursing invites applications for a full-time faculty position working in the Division of Undergraduate Programs. The division includes the following departments:
Traditional BSN, RN to BSN, Upper Division BSN Transfer, and Entry-Level Masters. Successful candidates will offer the following:

• A commitment to excellence in teaching, clinical practice, and research.
• Awareness of healthcare dynamics and changing nursing roles.
• Active engagement in curriculum and program development.
• Desire and ability to maintain an active research program.
• Enthusiastic advising /mentoring of students in coursework, research, and professional practice.
• Participate in program review and accreditation reporting.
• Participate in faculty governance.
• Maintain clinical specialization.
• Generate creative ways of teaching and supporting learners.
• Skilled in utilizing a variety of teaching methods.
• Model a passion for learning and excellence in the classroom and clinical settings.
• Assist students in achieving competence in practice.
• At least one clinical specialization:
  Medical Surgical, Critical Care, OB/Women's Health, Pediatric, Geriatric, or Psychiatric Mental Health.
• Preferred:
  Medical Surgical or Psychiatric Mental Health.

• Support faculty work within the division and its associated programs.
• Applicants will have evidence of high-quality teaching and show potential for active research.
• Integrates a Christian worldview into the disciplines of nursing and teaching.
• Adheres to the expectations delineated in the University Faculty Handbook.
• May be needed to work at alternative Regional Campuses or Sites.

• Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, or Instructor.

• A doctorate from an accredited university in Nursing or a closely related discipline is preferred.
• A master's degree with extensive clinical experience and/or teaching experience may be considered.
• Active California Registered Nurse license or eligible to acquire.

• Candidates require professional expertise and experience commensurate with specific position requirements.

• Ability to integrate Christian values in all aspects.
• Ability to engage in critical thinking and exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.
• Ability to collaborate with other faculty and staff and maintain collegial relations.
• Self-starter, ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form.

• $70,304 to $125,460 is the annual salary for this role and reflects what Azusa Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to compensation, APU offers a competitive benefits package .
• Compensation will be based on experience, rank, and qualifications.

Candidates must align with Azusa Pacific University's Christian identity. Faculty members are expected to sign a Statement of Faith (available at http://www.apu.edu/about/believe ), to adhere to the policies outlined in the Faculty Handbook, and to integrate the Christian faith in teaching and scholarship.

Azusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation.

Azusa Pacific University will conduct a background check on all final candidates.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled unless otherwise stated. Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.