Foundations Nursing Faculty

Grand Canyon University • Boise, ID

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Grand Canyon University is seeking a Foundations Lab/Clinical Nursing Faculty member for its Accelerated BSN program in Meridian, ID. This role is crucial for shaping future nurses by reinforcing didactic content and teaching the clinical and lab application of pre-licensure nursing knowledge and skills. The faculty member will collaborate with content area faculty, evaluate student progress, participate in grading, maintain communication with program leadership, stay current with nursing trends, and ensure compliance with accreditation requirements. Grand Canyon University is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University that values diversity and integrates faith, learning, and work.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) required.
• Unencumbered ID RN license.
• Minimum of 2 years’ work experience in medical/surgical, long term care, and/or skilled nursing.
• Must successfully pass a drug test.
• Excellent communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with students and preceptors.
• 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 the 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 development 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 insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 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
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees