Nursing Education Specialty Track Director
Company: University of Utah
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Nursing Education Specialty Track DirectorThe University of
Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from women and
minorities, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known
disabilities of applicants and employees.The University of Utah
values candidates who have experience working in settings with
students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong or
demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for
historically underrepresented students. Position Information
Position/Rank Rank & Track DOQ Department 00988 - CON DACC DIVISION
City Salt Lake City, UT Track Track Dependent on Qualifications New
Position to Begin When filled Details Nursing Education Specialty
Track Director Rank and Track Depending on Qualifications The
Nursing Education Specialty Track Director provides leadership for
faculty, students, and staff in the nursing education specialty
track of the Master of Science (MS) program. The Nursing Education
Specialty Track Director also provides input for teaching
assignments, and oversight for teaching methods and strategies,
student clinical placement, and curriculum development and
evaluation. Additionally, the Nursing Education Specialty Track
Director ensures that specialty track activities are consistent
with the vision, mission, values, and strategic goals of the
College of Nursing as well as the national organizations guiding
the nursing education specialty track and MS program
accreditation
Principal Functions and Responsibilities: a) Provide leadership in
the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of
curriculum and coursework for the nursing education specialty track
in collaboration with faculty and various community partners. b)
Coordinate the admission process in accordance with University and
College policies and guidelines and with Student Services and the
other MS specialty tracks c) Facilitate student applications for
scholarships and funding opportunities. d) Assume shared
responsibility for nursing education student progression and
advising, programs of study, student and faculty orientation,
course evaluation, annual program evaluation, graduation
activities, and other accountabilities as assigned. e) Work
collaboratively with the Academic Program Manager for the MS
Programs to support student recruitment and retention. f)
Collaborate with University of Utah Hospital and other community
agencies to strengthen the nursing education specialty track. g)
Maintain regular communication with the Assistant Dean of the MS
and doctorate of nursing practice ( DNP ) Programs and the
Associate Dean of Academic Programs. h) Promote a welcoming,
equitable, and inclusive environment within the College of Nursing.
i) Partner with the Associate Dean for Equity, Diversity, and
Inclusion to provide vision, plans, and leadership for and
implementation of programs and services to increase the recruitment
and graduation of students from underrepresented groups, and to
improve the quality of their education experience. j) Work
collaboratively with the Assistant Dean of the MS and DNP Programs
and Associate Dean of Academic Programs to maintain accreditation
status and ensure integration of national standards of practice for
the specialty track and MS program. k) Provides input regarding
faculty performance appraisals and evaluations within the specialty
area and recommendations for faculty teaching assignments in
collaboration with the Division Chair. l) Facilitate the resolution
of issues and concerns in the overall planning, implementation, and
evaluation of the nursing education specialty track in the MS
program. m) Completes necessary documentation for student
credentialing, licensure, and letters of references as
requested.
Criteria/Experience and Qualifications: a) Graduate of an
accredited College or School of Nursing and either hold a current
Utah nursing license or be qualified to attain a Utah license. b)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing or a related field, or Doctor
of Nursing Practice ( DNP ) degree is required. c) Eligible for
appointment as a Career-Line or Tenure-Line Assistant Professor or
higher rank. d) Strong and contemporary working knowledge of
nursing profession, nursing education, higher education, and health
care delivery. e) Demonstrated leadership and participation in
accreditation, curriculum development and evaluation, academic
advisement, and admissions processes. f) Demonstrated leadership
and ability to work collaboratively and productively with
individuals and interdisciplinary groups. g) Excellent
interpersonal skills and the ability to foster a collegial and
respectful work and educational environment. h) Exemplary record of
scholarly achievement commensurate with rank and attuned to matters
of diversity, equity and inclusion.
Appointment: Appointment: The Nursing Education Specialty Track
Director position is a three year (36 month) appointment, involving
20% administrative effort. The director position will be reviewed
each year and includes the option for reappointment at the end of
the three year term. The remaining FTE will be allocated to the
faculty appointment, to include teaching, research or scholarship,
service, and/or clinical practice. Rank and track will be
determined by qualifications.
Responsible to: The Associate Dean for Academic Programs and
Assistant Dean of the MS and DNP Programs.
Review & Evaluation: With input from MS program specialty track
directors, faculty, and other assistant and associate deans, the
Associate Dean for Academic Programs and Assistant Dean of the MS
and DNP Programs will formally review the Nursing Education
Specialty Track Director every three years.
The College of Nursing: The CON is an integral part of University
of Utah Health.We are committed to working together to serve the
people of Utah and beyond by continually improving individual and
community health and quality of life. We strive for excellence in
education, research, and clinical care, each mission being vital to
one another and to our overall success. Diversity and
inclusiveness, independent inquiry, and collegiality form the
fabric of everyday life for faculty and students. Please visit our
website for more information about the College of Nursing . The
application requires: 1) curriculum vitae, 2) cover letter, 3)
teaching philosophy, and 4) three letters of recommendation from
individuals externalto the University of Utah and U of U Health.
Please note that letters must be signed, dated and on letterhead.
For additional information, please contact Lee Ellington, Search
Committee Chair at lee.ellington@nurs.utah.edu or Cami Palo,
Faculty Affairs Manager at cami.palo@nurs.utah.edu .
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused
center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and
respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to
fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration,
innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and
trust that is integral to our mission. EEO/Non-Discrimination
Information The University of Utah values candidates who have
experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and
patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment
to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities,
and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented
groups.Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such
as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and
protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is
extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with
University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable
accommodations in the application process will be provided to
individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not
discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national
origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender
identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related
conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The
University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the
education program or activity that it operates, as required by
Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate
in education programs or activities extends to admission and
employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its
regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the
Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.To
request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or
someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual
misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the
Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity
and Affirmative Action:Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)
135 Park Building
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call
801-581-2300. The University is a participating employer with Utah
Retirement Systems (" URS "). Eligible new hires with prior URS
service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election
before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day
of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for
information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving
monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS'
post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah
Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or
University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have
questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal
background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. Special
Instructions for Candidates Open Date 11/16/2022 Close Date Open
Until Filled Yes Requisition Number PRN03149F Type Faculty Posting
Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk
(*). Required Documents
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
Keywords: University of Utah, Salt Lake City , Nursing Education Specialty Track Director, Education / Teaching , Salt Lake City, Utah
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