The School of Nursing facilitates the learning process of students in achieving the Doctor of Nursing Practice, the Master of Science
with an emphasis in education and the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degrees. The school currently manages recruitment, admission and
retention of 230 undergraduate and 90 graduate students. National Accreditation is maintained to ensure delivery of quality nursing
education.
Description of Job
The Family Nurse Practitioner Tenure Track Nursing Faculty position includes
teaching, scholarship, and service. Teaching assignments are matched with the education, skills, and experience of the faculty and may
include classroom, lab, clinical and chair of student DNP projects. A full-time workload includes; teaching
an average of 12 course credits per semester, scholarly activities includes publishing,
research, presentations, clinical scholarship, and various professional projects and service includes
campus and departmental committees as well as community involvement.
This is a nine-month/year position with the potential
for adjunct summer work.
Primary Duties
Teaching assignment (12 course credits
per semester). Duties Include:
- Teach, evaluate and revise course as needed, provide on-campus and black board learning
experiences/classes/labs/clinicals, evaluate student learning, post grades, submit final course grades per university policy.
Service
- Advise assigned group of students
- Attend departmental meetings as applicable
- Serve on university committee/task force
- Attend and
participate in recognized nursing functions such as Hooding & Pinning and commencement
Scholarly
Activity
- Develop research
- Publish publications
- Present at conferences
- Attend
discipline-related conferences - Maintain licensure
Salary Range $70,000 – $80,000 per 9-month
academic year. This position has the potential for adjunct summer work for additional compensation.
Minimum
Qualifications
- Doctorate or MS related to nursing and enrolled with a plan to graduate
within 3 years from a doctorate program related to nursing. - Obtain nurse educator certificate within 5 years
- Current
unrestricted RN in Colorado or ability to obtain one or from a compact state - National Board Certified for a minimum of 3 years as a
nurse practitioner in Family and on the Colorado registry or eligible - Teaching experience at graduate level (Hybrid, Online, Face
to Face, or clinical, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D., DNP, Ed. D. in nursing
- Nurse Educator coursework
- Computer skills (Word, Excel, Blackboard, etc.)
- Experience with Accreditation
- DNP
Projects
Supplemental Information
All interested candidates must apply through the online
application system. No other format of application materials will be accepted.
Applicants must attach the
following documents, in order to be considered for this position:
- a letter of intent (cover
letter) - a current resume or CV
- an unofficial transcript
- three
professional references with contact information either within the on-line application or as an attachment
Additionally, applicants must include current contact information for three professional references, either within the online
application or as an attachment.
Applications submitted without the required attachments/information above will be
considered incomplete and will not move forward in the selection process. Once submitted, applicants will not be able to make changes
or add information to their application packet, with the exception of their personal contact and demographic information.
Early submission of application materials is encouraged. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and continue
until the position is filled.
About Colorado State University Pueblo
Colorado State
University Pueblo is a comprehensive state university with an enrollment of 4,000 students. CSU Pueblo provides relevant professional
coursework and superior instruction with a small student-to-faculty ratio for an ever-changing global economy. Students can choose from 35
undergraduate programs with 81 fields of study in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; the Hasan School of
Business; the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences; and the College of Health, Education, and Nursing; and 13 graduate programs.
CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational
opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world.
CSU Pueblo
is equally committed to serving the diverse population of the region; this emphasis is reflected in the demographic characteristics of the
student body. Because more than 25 percent of our students are Hispanic, the Federal Government has designated CSU Pueblo a Hispanic Serving
Institution. Besides reflecting our commitment to serve this critically important and rapidly growing segment of the student population,
that designation also allows the University to compete for certain federal grant funds to support its ability to better serve all students.
Among its unique features, CSU Pueblo is one of seven schools in the nation to offer a degree in mechatronics, which combines electrical and
mechanical engineering. The Hasan School of Business ranks among the top 15 percent of all business schools internationally with graduate
and undergraduate programs in business administration accredited by the AACSB International Board of Directors. The College of STEM houses
an undergraduate engineering program that was ranked in the nation’s top 100 by U.S. News and World Report. CSU Pueblo has an
ever-changing campus landscape that features a newly renovated Library, a new general academic classroom building, and a newly renovated and
expanded student center.
At CSU Pueblo, Student Life offerings have increased significantly with the transition of the campus
from a commuter environment to a more traditional collegiate experience. Competing at the NCAA Division II level, CSU Pueblo is a member of
the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and offers 22 varsity intercollegiate sports and also has active intramural and club sports teams
that allow students to get involved in campus life.
Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive benefits package
including:
- Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs
- Dental Insurance
- Vision
Insurance - Flexible Benefit Plan
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Voluntary Term Life and AD&D
Insurance - Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Travel Accident
Insurance - Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Annual &
Sick Leave - Retirement Plans
About Pueblo, Colorado
The city of Pueblo is
a historically and culturally rich, diverse city of more than 100,000, located in the southern part of the state along the Arkansas River
near the Wet Mountains and the majestic Sangre de Cristo range. Pueblo enjoys ideal year-round climate with four distinct mild seasons,
crisp mountain air and 300+ days of sunshine per year. Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts to a full slate of summer and winter recreational
activities, encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo, biking or running along Pueblo’s beautiful river trail system, golfing, tennis, hiking
or skiing in the mountains to the west. The region is heavily agricultural, with large and small-scale farming and ranching, and a diverse
mix of service, manufacturing, and technology industries.
CSU Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning
and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment.
Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender search, and/or motor
vehicle history. Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning
employment. Some positions depending on the job duties may be required to complete a DMV and/or credit check.
The University
reserves the right to check additional references, with prior notification given to the candidate.
Note: The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day
employment begins.
It is the policy of Colorado State University Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodations for employees
and applicants with disabilities. If you need accommodations, please contact the Office of Human Resources& Institutional Equity at
(719) 549-2441 or **@cs*******.edu.
In compliance with the Clery Act of 1990, the University’s annual security report is available at: https://www.csupueblo.edu/campus-safety.
Colorado State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Additionally, the University complies with all other relevant, federal, state, and local laws regarding employment practices.
