POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

We are seeking Career Track Clinical Scholars to engage in innovative teaching/learning for our Nurse-Midwifery Specialty in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program (Tucson). Rooted in the rich history of midwifery, our mission is to educate the next generation of midwives and to improve access to care for all by supporting communities to achieve reproductive health equity. The University of Arizona, College of Nursing, and Nurse-Midwifery program are committed to Inclusive Excellence, promoting an environment where all faculty, staff and students can bring their full selves to our learning community.
In addition to Nurse-Midwifery, our advanced practice specialties include Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (NP), Family NP, Pediatric NP, Psychiatric Mental Health NP, and Nurse Anesthetist, as well as non-clinical specialties such as Executive Health Systems Leadership, Informatics and MS-DNP. Program faculty work collaboratively across disciplines to provide a transformative educational environment. We are able to offer varied FTE depending on the needs of the specific program and the incumbent.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience teaching diverse student populations.
• Experience with curriculum design, program development and evaluation of nursing programs.
• Experience with simulation in nursing education.
• Experience with collaborative/active learning techniques.
• Experience with on-line teaching methodologies.
• Record of professional service commensurate with rank.
• Program of scholarship and scholarly activities commensurate with rank.

Teaching:

• Teach and guide students in clinical theory and practical courses related to nursing midwifery and advanced practice.
• Advise and mentor students across their academic program.
• Facilitate student development and integration of expected nurse-midwifery competencies.
• Participate in curriculum design and evaluation of program outcomes.
• Supervises DNP projects and serves on DNP project committees, creating a learning environment that facilitates student learning and achievement of expected program outcomes.
• Negotiate and grow cooperative relationships with practice leaders at clinical experiential learning sites.
• Participate in the planning and assessment of our program(s) through faculty governance and quality improvement activities.
• Maintain a collaborative working relationship with other faculty and staff.

Personal Scholarship:

• Develop and maintain academic excellence through practice-relevant inquiry and knowledge dissemination through publications and presentations.

Citizenship:

• Engage with faculty, the administrative leadership team, and students in furthering the mission and goals of the College of Nursing
• Participate in special projects and faculty governance activities, as needed.
• There may be additional duties assigned as it relates to this position.
• Participate in teams to obtain funding to support student education and training.
• Maintain clinical practice proficiency by engaging in practice, either directly or indirectly.
• Maintain AMCB certification as a Certified Nurse-Midwife.