Faculty - Pediatrics Clinical - College of Nursing

Grand Canyon University • Phoenix, AZ

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Grand Canyon University's College of Nursing and Health Care Professions is seeking a Full-Time Faculty Member for Pediatrics. This role involves providing program instruction using innovative teaching methodologies and incorporating industry trends. The position is based at the W. Valley ABSN site but requires daily travel within the greater Phoenix area to observe student performance during clinical rotations. The faculty member will reinforce didactic content, teach in clinical and lab settings, collaborate with faculty on student evaluation, and grade student performance. They will also maintain communication with program faculty and the director, stay current with nursing trends, ensure compliance with accreditation requirements, and uphold the tenets of nursing and the university's pillars. Travel to student clinical sites is a requirement.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ work experience in Pediatrics clinical nursing.
• An active, current, and unencumbered Registered Nurse in the state of AZ or compact state.
• Must successfully pass a drug test.
• Participation in and/or support of the university program in all areas including an evident congruence with the philosophy and direction of the institution, and service to the community.
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching experience at the collegiate level preferred.
• Evidence of involvement in one’s professional area (e.g., membership in professional organizations, presentations, research, and/or publications).

Responsibilities

• Reinforce didactic content and teach in the context of clinical and lab application of knowledge and skills related to pre-licensure Nursing.
• Collaborate with content area faculty to provide expert evaluation and documentation of student progress toward clinical and lab objectives.
• Participate in grading written and Clinical/Lab performance check-offs.
• Preserve lines of communication with program faculty and director, including attendance in select faculty meetings.
• Remain current with new trends and developments in the specific field of nursing practice.
• Maintain compliance with requirements for program accreditation.
• Uphold the tenets of nursing as a holistic profession as well as the pillars of the University.
• Requires travel to student clinical sites to directly observe student performance.

Benefits

• Full benefits portfolio including tuition package
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• A 401K savings plan
• Generous time off plan
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events
• Education Tuition Discount Program for full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level