Nursing Faculty - College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Position Title:  Nursing Faculty
Position Tracking Number:  F428
School/College:  College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Department: Division of Undergraduate Programs, School of Nursing
Location: Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, San Diego County

About APU:
Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles, California. As a leading Christian university in California, Azusa Pacific University grounds rigorous academics on a solid spiritual foundation. With an intentional focus on scholarship, faith integration, diversity, and internationalization, APU provides high-quality academic programs within a tight-knit community of disciples and scholars. APU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as an R2 Doctoral University, recognizing APU’s high level of research activity. A leader in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, APU is committed to excellence in higher education. Offering more than 100 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs on campus, online, and at seven regional locations across Southern California, APU continues to be recognized annually as one of America’s Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report.

About the School of Nursing:
The Azusa Pacific College of Nursing and Health Sciences encompasses a full spectrum of undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare nursing scholars for a lifetime of intellectual inquiry. With an APU nursing degree, graduates enter the healthcare field with a solid foundation in research, theory, clinical skills, and hands-on community service, setting them apart as leaders in their profession, qualified to change the face of healthcare delivery. The school offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral degrees, and post-masters credentials.  Within each degree are personalized programs such as BSN, LVN to BSN, RN to BSN, Entry-level Master’s (ELM), Master of Science in Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and PhD in Nursing. 

Description: 
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.

Specialization: 

• 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.

Responsibilities: 

• 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.

Level: 
Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, or Instructor.

Qualifications: 
A doctorate from an accredited university in Nursing or a closely related discipline is preferred.  
Active California Registered Nurse license and Nurse Practitioner certification or eligible to acquire.
 
Experience:  
Candidates require professional expertise and experience commensurate with specific position requirements.
 
Workload: Full-time Faculty.

Hire Date:  Open until filled.

• 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 oral form.