Associate Professor of Nursing

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title    NTT Clinical or Associate Professor-Nursing
Department    Camden School of Nursing
Salary    Commensurate With Experience

Posting Summary    
The Rutgers University School of Nursing-Camden (SNC) invites applications for a Non-Tenure Track (NTT) position, with a focus on healthcare simulation. The successful candidate will have a strong background in simulation-based education, excellent communication and teaching skills, and a record of scholarly work aligned with Boyer’s Model of Scholarship, which includes Discovery, Integration, Application, or Teaching and Learning. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in simulation-based education, with a strong background in designing, implementing, and evaluating simulation experiences in healthcare. This includes a thorough understanding of high-fidelity manikins, standardized patients, and advanced simulation technologies, as well as proficiency with simulation management systems. The SNC offers a comprehensive range of nursing programs, including RN to BS, traditional and second-degree baccalaureate programs, MSN, DNP nurse practitioner tracks (AGNP and FNP), and an interdisciplinary PhD program with a focus on translational science for population health. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise to further advance these programs, while fostering innovation and leadership in nursing education to meet the evolving healthcare needs of diverse communities.

Position Responsibilities:
• Lead the Interprofessional Education, Practice, and Innovation (IPEI) Program, which fosters collaboration, integrates advanced simulation technologies, and promotes innovative teaching strategies to prepare students for real-world clinical practice.
• Coordinate simulation-based learning experiences, faculty development initiatives, and ensure that the program aligns with the latest healthcare trends and educational best practices.
• Advance interprofessional collaboration in scholarship and practice, supporting the growth of interdisciplinary education and promoting excellence in healthcare outcomes within the school of nursing and community.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate cutting-edge simulation technology into curricula.
• Engage in curriculum development and enhancement, particularly in simulation-based learning.
• Participate in professional development and remain current in the field of simulation.
• Teach courses relevant to expertise or school needs.
Position Status    Full Time
Posting Number    24FA1111
Posting Open Date    10/22/2024
Posting Close Date     
Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience    
• Licensure or eligibility for Registered Nurse licensure in the State of New Jersey
• Doctorate in nursing or a related field (PhD, DNP, or EdD required)
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Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities     
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Overview    
Ranked #46 in U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University–Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University–Camden among its “Best Bang for the Buck” universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers–Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.

Statement    
Rutgers School of Nursing–Camden is an important leader in nursing education, research, and engaged civic learning in community service within southern New Jersey, the Delaware Valley, and beyond. We became the fourth designated school at Rutgers University–Camden in 2011, but our tradition of excellence in nursing education extends to 1972 when the Rutgers University–Camden Department of Nursing was first established. For the past 4 decades, Rutgers–School of Nursing Camden has prepared world-class nurses– educating health care providers, scholars, and leaders from diverse backgrounds?who advance change and promote well-being across the homes, hospitals, and communities they serve, while contributing to a Nursing workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities both locally and globally.?
The Rutgers School of Nursing-Camden Center for Excellence in Inter-professional Practice, Education, and Innovation (CEIPEI) provides opportunities for active learning, promotes interprofessional collaboration, and stimulates innovation in nursing education and practice. The CEIPEI is accredited by the?Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH). The Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing Education Program (WOCNEP), a certificate within the School of Nursing’s graduate program, is currently the only accredited graduate level WOC program in the United States. Offered in both online and on-campus formats, the WOCNEP recruits students from across the nation. Our MSN in School Health is the first School Nurse Certificate Program based upon the National Association of School Nurses’ (NASN) Framework for the 21st?Century School Nursing Practice™. ?

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants     
Quick Link to Posting    https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/238353
Campus    Rutgers University-Camden
Home Location Campus    Rutgers University-Camden
City    Camden
State    NJ
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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    What methods do you use to support faculty development in simulation-based education, and how do you ensure that these initiatives align with current healthcare trends and educational best practices?

    (Open Ended Question)
    How do you stay current with emerging trends in healthcare simulation technology and best practices and can you share an example of how you've incorporated these advancements into your teaching or curriculum development?

    (Open Ended Question)
    How have you applied Boyer’s Model of Scholarship in your work, specifically in the context of simulation-based education and can you provide an example that demonstrates your approach to Discovery, Integration, Application, or Teaching and Learning?

    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

    Resume/CV
    Cover Letter/Letter of Application
    List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

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