Assistant Professor- IL- Nurse Anesthesia
About The Position
Join the dynamic and growing Nurse Anesthesia Program at Midwestern University as it expands to our Downers Grove, Illinois campus. Our program provides students with a solid foundation in the basic sciences, doctoral-level leadership and professional training, and comprehensive instruction in all aspects of anesthesia management, supported by an advanced, state-of-the-art simulation learning center. Our mission is to educate nurses through rigorous academic and clinical experiences, producing safe, professional, and competent Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologists (CRNAs) / nurse anesthetists who meet the anesthesia healthcare needs of society. The successful candidate will be expected to teach within the entry-into-practice DNAP program. Examples of courses include Principles and Pathophysiology, Pharmacology for Anesthesia, and Scholarly Projects.
Requirements
- Active certification or recertification as a CRNA by the NBCRNA
- Unencumbered RN and/or APRN license (eligible for licensure in Illinois)
- A doctoral degree (DNAP, DNP, Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent)
- A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience as a CRNA
Nice To Haves
- Previous didactic teaching or clinical precepting experience
- POCUS and regional ultrasound experience
- AANA Didactic Educator Micro-credential (or equivalent training in Didactic Instruction, Curriculum Writing, and Evaluation)
Responsibilities
- Provide in-person lectures
- Conduct simulation lab training
- Participate in faculty meetings
- Advise students
- Fulfill other program activities requiring an in-person presence
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short/long term disability
- Pet insurance
- Flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account
- Competitive time off package including paid holidays, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Child care subsidy reimbursement program
- Identity theft protection
- Employee assistance program
- Wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
