CU Nursing Clinical Teaching Faculty Position Open Rank located in Durango Colorado

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department:College of Nursing Office of Faculty and Students

Job Title:Clinical Teaching Faculty Positions (Open RankInstructor of Clinical Teaching Senior Instructor

of Clinical TeachingAssistant Professor of Clinical Teaching Associate Professor of Clinical Teaching and Professor of Clinical Teaching

Position #:Requisition #:35350

Job Summary:

The CU College of Nursing is seeking a fulltime faculty member within the Clinical Teaching Faculty Series to teach in simulation and other clinical environments. The work location for this faculty position is in Durango Colorado on the Fort Lewis College campus.

Ideal candidates will have teaching and scholarship experience. This individual will also hold a faculty appointment of Instructor Sr. Instructor Assistant Professor Associate Teaching Professor or Professor within the Clinical Teaching Track. Faculty rank will depend on the candidates qualifications and experience. The successful candidate must be able to work effectively with faculty staff students and community members from diverse ethnic cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

This position will provide expertise essential for the integration and operation of clinical education where students engage in the practice of nursing skills and theory applications for the CU College of Nursing simulation location on the Fort Lewis College campus in Durango Colorado. They will report to the Assistant Dean of Clinical Simulation and be a member of the CU Nursing clinical education teaching team. Some weekends and night shifts will be required to meet the demands of clinical teaching across all programs and locations.

This faculty member will teach in both simulation and at clinical agencies for clinical rotations. The role of faculty that teach in clinical education is integral to providing a highquality student an individual who interfaces directly with students faculty that teach in the simulation and clinical environment are responsible for providing an engaging clinical education experience by maintaining competency in the subject matter being taught preparing teaching materials in alignment with current best practice guidelines and serving as a role model to students for assigned to clinical education serve as a collaborator between the clinical simulation clinical rotations and the classroom experience to integrate classroom content with todays practice environment.

This position focuses on assisting students to develop skills needed to succeed in a progressive clinical education learning environment that incorporates ongoing innovative strategies for competency development. Availability and motivation for formal initial training and ongoing selfdirected learning will be required; and maintaining clinical competence through ongoing engagement in direct patient care through faculty practice.

Examples of Work Performed may include:

• Facilitate learning by engaging students in highlevel learning activities related to application analysis synthesis and evaluation of course content in a clinical learning environment.
• Remain current with best practices in teaching pedagogy clinical management skills and cognitive learning theories.
• Maintain clinical relevancy regarding guidelines and interventions pertinent to patient as a role model to teach students how to interact assess and make sound clinical decisions.
• Honor and uphold the Healthcare Simulationist Code of Ethics.
• Contribute to a psychologically safe learning environment by emphasizing that simulation is a place to learn free of judgement foster the free exchange of constructive feedback encourage collaborative teamwork clearly outline expectations and cultivate a positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with teaching team(s) to foster continued quality improvement and shared decision making related to course content and assignments clinical experiences and/or evaluation methods.
• Embrace diversity equity and inclusion in the clinical learning a climate of mutual respect open communication and as a role model for patientcentered care.
• Evaluate student application of knowledge.
• Facilitate student learning in direct care environments (such as clinical rotations) that serve as an extension of the lab experience.
• Participate in professional development activities that address desired learning outcomes and align with an individuals role and the priorities of the institution.
• Use of educational technology task training devices and computer assisted instructional tools in the skills laboratory and classroom settings for teaching learning practice and assessment of clinical competencies.
• Promote accountability among students by implementing clear guidelines and expectations for preparation engagement and selfdirected study/practice.
• Incorporate current best practices in simulation literature technology and learning theory.
• Clinical Teaching Track faculty are encouraged to contribute to the body of knowledge in simulation (e.g. publications editorials empirical research blogs social media and presentations)
• Participating in professional service to the CU Nursing community

This description is a summary only and describes the general level of work being performed it is not intended to be allinclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Work Location:

Primarily onsite related to simulation teaching assignments and clinical site visits with periodic times of remote work in between. Primary work location is the Fort Lewis College campus in Durango Colorado. Clinical site locations may vary across the Durango area based on need.

Why Join Us:

CU Nursing is an amazing place to be. From our beginning 125 years ago as part of the School of Medicine at CU Boulder to our current home at the Anschutz Medical Campus the college has been a recognized leader in nursing education (ranked #10 in online MS graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report 2023. Our faculty students and staff have been instrumental in shaping the profession of nursing and teaching the next generation of nurses while treating patients in our own nurseled clinics. Be a part of an innovative dynamic diverse and exciting workplace helping make great things happen. Join us in our quest to boldly transform health together.

Why work for the University

We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability Life Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10 of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplacewhere all individuals are treated with respect and dignity andwe encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

How to Apply:

For full consideration please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.

a. As communicated in the posting The CU College of Nursing values individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Please ensure that you have included a diversity statement 800 words or fewer) describing your lived experience and/or your professional commitment as a champion for diversity equity inclusion and antioppressive practice within higher education and/or professional community including past current and anticipated future contributions in these areas.

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address

4. A copy of all relevant diplomas/certifications (i.e. a copy of a relevant bachelor or masters degree)

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at

Questions should be directed to:

Amy Hester via

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified but preference will be given to complete applications received byNovember 30 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range or hiring range for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Instructor of Clinical Teaching: $86500 $96700 annually at 1.0 FTE

Sr. Instructor of Clinical Teaching: $at 1.0 FTE

Assistant Professor of Clinical Teaching: $95000 $115000 annually at 1.0 FTE

Associate Professor of Clinical Teaching: $115000 to $125000 annually at 1.0 FTE

Professor of Clinical Teaching: $130000 to $155000 annually at 1.0 FTE

The above salary range or hiring range represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is nonexempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID19 virus and othervaccine preventable diseases. If you work visit or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work visit or volunteer respectively. In addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Faculty rank is determined at the end of the interview process based on a comprehensive review of candidate qualifications and experience compared to established College of Nursing criteria.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor of Clinical Teaching Sr. Instructor of Clinical Teaching Assistant Professor of Clinical Teaching Associate Professor of Clinical Teaching or Professor of Clinical Teaching based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Instructor of Clinical Teaching

• A bachelors degree from an accredited nursing school/college.
• A masters degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• A record of demonstrated effectiveness in teaching collegial collaboration and commitment to a program of scholarship to qualify for the rank of Instructor of Clinical Teaching in the Clinical Series: Clinical Teaching Track.
• Eligible to obtain an unencumbered nursing license in Colorado.
• Two years of professional nursing experience within the past five years.

Senior Instructor of Clinical Teaching

• A bachelors degree from an accredited nursing school/college.
• A masters degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• A record of demonstrated effectiveness in teaching collegial collaboration and commitment to a program of scholarship to qualify for the rank of Senior Instructor of Clinical Teaching in the Clinical Series: Clinical Teaching Track.
• Eligible to obtain an unencumbered nursing license in Colorado.
• Two years of professional nursing experience within the past five years.

Assistant Professor of Clinical Teaching

• A bachelors degree from an accredited nursing school/college.A masters degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• A Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or an earned doctorate in an appropriate field of science nursing social science education or related area;
• A record of demonstrated effectiveness in teaching collegial collaboration and commitment to a program of scholarship to qualify for the rank of Assistant Professor of Clinical Teaching in the Clinical Series: Clinical Teaching Track.
• Eligible to obtain an unencumbered State of Colorado RN License.
• Two years of professional nursing experience within the past five years.

Associate Professor of Clinical Teaching

• A bachelors degree from an accredited nursing school/college.
• A masters degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• A Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or an earned doctorate in an appropriate field of science nursing social science education or related area;
• A record of demonstrated effectiveness in teaching collegial collaboration and commitment to a program of scholarship to qualify for the rank of Associate Professor of Clinical Teaching in the Clinical Series: Clinical Teaching Track;
  • Minimum qualifications for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor of Clinical Teaching include recognition as an expert teacher and sustained commitment to a program of scholarship
• Eligible to obtain an unencumbered nursing license in Colorado.

Professor of Clinical Teaching

• A bachelors degree from an accredited nursing school/college.
• A masters degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• A Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or an earned doctorate in an appropriate field of science nursing social science education or related area.
• A record of demonstrated effectiveness in teaching collegial collaboration and commitment to a program of scholarship to qualify for the rank of Professor of Clinical Teaching in the Clinical Series: Clinical Teaching Track;
  • Minimum qualifications for appointment at the rank of Professor of Clinical Teaching include recognition as a master teacher sustained leadership in teaching expertise in curriculum development and teaching innovations and a sustained commitment to peerreviewed scholarly work.
• Eligible to obtain an unencumbered nursing license in Colorado.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching in simulation or skill acquisition.
• Experience teaching in the clinical environment as a Clinical Instructor.
• Expertise in acute and primary care across the lifespan (adult and pediatric) obstetrics and/or psychiatric mental health.
• Collaborative record of teaching and scholarship.

Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity equity and inclusion.
• Ability to provide effective leadership to achieve strategic objectives.
• Ability to think critically and problemsolve to achieve team objectives.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting a diverse inclusive student and faculty cohort.
• Values diversity of student backgrounds and experiences.
• Committed to improving the quality and access of healthcare to communities.