George Fox
Nurse-Midwifery Program Director
George Fox, Oregon, Illinois, United States, 61061
George Fox University's College of Nursing announces the development of a Doctor of Nursing Practice Nurse-Midwifery program. The College of Nursing is seeking a Program Director who is enthusiastic about developing the Nurse-Midwifery program, and preparing nurse-midwifery students to work in rural settings throughout Oregon. The ideal candidate will have experience working in midwifery education and have a passion for serving vulnerable populations and underserved communities.
About the Job:
This is a full-time, 11-month position in the College of Nursing with leadership and administration of the Nurse-Midwifery program. It is considered a faculty-administrator position with teaching, student advisement, service, and scholarship responsibilities. The Nurse-Midwifery Program Director will work closely with and report to the Dean of the College of Nursing.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Serving as an administrative lead of the nurse-midwifery program.
Providing leadership and oversight of all aspects of the educational program including but not limited to administration, didactic and clinical curriculum, faculty recruitment and development, national accreditation, compliance with state regulations, and evaluation.
Developing and overseeing curriculum that meets ACME, AACN Essentials, and OSBN requirements and providing for continuous review, evaluation, and updates as needed.
Ensuring compliance with accreditation requirements including annual program reports, website and published materials, periodic program self-study efforts and preparation for site visits.
Developing, regularly evaluating, and updating policies related to admission, advancement, and graduation that enhance student success.
Overseeing and participating in the admissions process.
Directing the evaluation of student learning, including assessment measures and program and course review.
Working with individual faculty and the dean, in development, implementation, and monitoring of faculty growth plans including annual evaluations and promotion.
Ensuring recruitment, orientation, mentoring, and evaluation of nursing faculty, staff, and other contributors to the nursing education program.
Working collaboratively with other nursing programs, agencies, and health providers to ensure equitable access to practice sites.
Ensuring opportunities for faculty, students, staff, and clinical partners to provide input in decisions about the development of the nursing education program.
Developing and monitoring the program budget.
Teaching didactic and clinical courses as able, including oversight of DNP projects.
Providing direct patient care and precept nurse-midwifery students, as able.
Partnering with the team to ensure adequate affiliation agreements/contracts for off-campus clinical sites as well as off-campus clinical coordinators and preceptors.
Ensuring the spiritual vitality and Christian centrality of the nursing program.
Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
Demonstrating awareness, respect, and appreciation for diversity of culture, background, race, sex, political views, expressions of faith, etc. and works well with a variety of people.
Other duties as assigned.
We're looking for candidates who have:
An active unencumbered Oregon APRN license.
Current national AMCB certification.
An earned doctoral degree (DNP, PhD, EdD) from an accredited institution of higher education.
Experience in teaching and learning principles for adult education, including curriculum development and administration.
Current knowledge of CNM practice and related professional issues.
Current knowledge of institutional and programmatic accreditation requirements for nurse-midwifery educational programs.
Minimum five years of full-time equivalent CNM clinical experience.
Must demonstrate excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to work full-time in person.
A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.
Preference Will be Given to Those Who Have the Following Attributes:
Simulation experience in a high-fidelity lab.
Salary and rank:
Appointment at the Assistant Professor level is anticipated, though candidates with significant teaching experience at previous institutions may be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor. Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.
Job information:
Primary Work Location:
Portland Center Campus (Located in Tigard, OR)
This is a resident / in-person faculty position.
Schedule:
11 Months
This position is set to begin on a half-time basis in 2024, moving to full-time in 2025.
Working Conditions:
Physical requirements are similar to those of teaching and clinical environments.
Supervisor:
Dean, College of Nursing.
Application procedure:
Kindly apply through the
Careers at George Fox University
webpage.
When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Essay Requirement:
Letter of Interest.
Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Statement of teaching philosophy.
Integration of Faith and Learning Essay.
George Fox University is committed to the idea that one of the primary responsibilities of Christian higher education is to help students develop a uniquely Christian worldview. As teachers and mentors, it is important for George Fox University faculty members to integrate Christian faith and principles in all aspects of their lives. As an essential part of the application process, the University will carefully consider your response to the following: In a one-page essay (about 300 words) describe your personal Christian faith, as well as how your faith informs your teaching, scholarship, and service (including service and leadership in your church and/or in Christian ministries).
Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.
Contact information:
Have questions or need assistance with our application process?
Contact
Georgefoxcareers@georgefox.edu
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply at once. Review of applications will begin on a rolling basis and continue until the position is filled. Please note: This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.
George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.
Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the
Statement of Faith
and
Community Lifestyle Statement
on our website.
As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values
diversity
as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.
What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?
Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.
For your personal well-being we offer:
A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
A beautiful, peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
Free Fitness Center membership.
Free parking.
Rich employee benefit package.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.
George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.
In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.
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About the Job:
This is a full-time, 11-month position in the College of Nursing with leadership and administration of the Nurse-Midwifery program. It is considered a faculty-administrator position with teaching, student advisement, service, and scholarship responsibilities. The Nurse-Midwifery Program Director will work closely with and report to the Dean of the College of Nursing.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Serving as an administrative lead of the nurse-midwifery program.
Providing leadership and oversight of all aspects of the educational program including but not limited to administration, didactic and clinical curriculum, faculty recruitment and development, national accreditation, compliance with state regulations, and evaluation.
Developing and overseeing curriculum that meets ACME, AACN Essentials, and OSBN requirements and providing for continuous review, evaluation, and updates as needed.
Ensuring compliance with accreditation requirements including annual program reports, website and published materials, periodic program self-study efforts and preparation for site visits.
Developing, regularly evaluating, and updating policies related to admission, advancement, and graduation that enhance student success.
Overseeing and participating in the admissions process.
Directing the evaluation of student learning, including assessment measures and program and course review.
Working with individual faculty and the dean, in development, implementation, and monitoring of faculty growth plans including annual evaluations and promotion.
Ensuring recruitment, orientation, mentoring, and evaluation of nursing faculty, staff, and other contributors to the nursing education program.
Working collaboratively with other nursing programs, agencies, and health providers to ensure equitable access to practice sites.
Ensuring opportunities for faculty, students, staff, and clinical partners to provide input in decisions about the development of the nursing education program.
Developing and monitoring the program budget.
Teaching didactic and clinical courses as able, including oversight of DNP projects.
Providing direct patient care and precept nurse-midwifery students, as able.
Partnering with the team to ensure adequate affiliation agreements/contracts for off-campus clinical sites as well as off-campus clinical coordinators and preceptors.
Ensuring the spiritual vitality and Christian centrality of the nursing program.
Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
Demonstrating awareness, respect, and appreciation for diversity of culture, background, race, sex, political views, expressions of faith, etc. and works well with a variety of people.
Other duties as assigned.
We're looking for candidates who have:
An active unencumbered Oregon APRN license.
Current national AMCB certification.
An earned doctoral degree (DNP, PhD, EdD) from an accredited institution of higher education.
Experience in teaching and learning principles for adult education, including curriculum development and administration.
Current knowledge of CNM practice and related professional issues.
Current knowledge of institutional and programmatic accreditation requirements for nurse-midwifery educational programs.
Minimum five years of full-time equivalent CNM clinical experience.
Must demonstrate excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to work full-time in person.
A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.
Preference Will be Given to Those Who Have the Following Attributes:
Simulation experience in a high-fidelity lab.
Salary and rank:
Appointment at the Assistant Professor level is anticipated, though candidates with significant teaching experience at previous institutions may be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor. Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.
Job information:
Primary Work Location:
Portland Center Campus (Located in Tigard, OR)
This is a resident / in-person faculty position.
Schedule:
11 Months
This position is set to begin on a half-time basis in 2024, moving to full-time in 2025.
Working Conditions:
Physical requirements are similar to those of teaching and clinical environments.
Supervisor:
Dean, College of Nursing.
Application procedure:
Kindly apply through the
Careers at George Fox University
webpage.
When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Essay Requirement:
Letter of Interest.
Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Statement of teaching philosophy.
Integration of Faith and Learning Essay.
George Fox University is committed to the idea that one of the primary responsibilities of Christian higher education is to help students develop a uniquely Christian worldview. As teachers and mentors, it is important for George Fox University faculty members to integrate Christian faith and principles in all aspects of their lives. As an essential part of the application process, the University will carefully consider your response to the following: In a one-page essay (about 300 words) describe your personal Christian faith, as well as how your faith informs your teaching, scholarship, and service (including service and leadership in your church and/or in Christian ministries).
Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.
Contact information:
Have questions or need assistance with our application process?
Contact
Georgefoxcareers@georgefox.edu
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply at once. Review of applications will begin on a rolling basis and continue until the position is filled. Please note: This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.
George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.
Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the
Statement of Faith
and
Community Lifestyle Statement
on our website.
As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values
diversity
as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.
What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?
Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.
For your personal well-being we offer:
A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
A beautiful, peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
Free Fitness Center membership.
Free parking.
Rich employee benefit package.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.
George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.
In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.
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