RN-to-BSN Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool

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RN-to-BSN Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Apply now () Work type: NTT Faculty Location: Bellingham, WA Categories: Woodring College of Education Position TitleRN-to-BSN Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool About the UniversityWestern Washington University, with over 16,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington, a coastal community of 90,000 overlooking Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands and the North Cascades Mountain range. The city lies 90 miles north of Seattle and 60 miles south of Vancouver, British Columbia. Western is the highest-ranking public, master's-granting university in the Pacific Northwest, according to the 2022 U.S. News & World Report rankings. About the Department The RN-to-BSN Program is housed within the Health and Community Studies Department in Woodring College of Education. Western's RN-to-BSN Program is based directly upon the collaboration between multiple educational institutions, healthcare advocates and practice partners. As a result of these collaborations, students experience a needs-driven, community-built model that allows them to engage directly with the public as they address issues of social justice and devise new ways of delivering healthcare. Students attend classes one day per week to allow students balance their pursuit of continued nursing education with a busy work, family and personal life. Students can complete the program in four continuous academic quarters. The Nursing Program is nationally accredited (CCNE) and approved by the state nursing commission (NCQAC). For more information please visit theRN-to-BSN Program webpage () . The Woodring College of Education and the Health & Community Studies Department support Western's mission, which states that together with our students, staff, and faculty, we are committed to making a positive impact in the state and the world with a shared focus on academic excellence and inclusive achievement. We encourage applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and other candidates from underrepresented backgrounds and with diverse experiences interested in this opportunity. Under the direction of the Director of the Nursing Program, the successful candidate may instruct a course in the plan of study or provide clinical practice experience instruction to students at off campus practice sites. You must have your students evaluate your course(s) using the standard University evaluation forms and made available to the program director and department chair for review. About the PositionThe RN-to-BSN Program maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary, part-time teaching positions. In anticipation of possible openings throughout the academic year and summer quarter, applications are accepted continuously for non-tenure track teaching positions. Positions in the rank of Instructor may become available at any time and are typically filled on a quarterly basis. Courses are face to face hybrid instruction; Clinical Practice Experience Instructors will travel to practice partner sites. Required Qualifications + Master's degree from an accredited institution in nursing or health related field + RN Licensure in Washington State + Potential for successful University teaching + Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse social identities and backgrounds, including a commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments for all students + Health and certification requirements Preferred Qualifications + Earned doctorate in nursing, education or health related field with at least one graduate degree in nursing (masters or doctorate) + Successful teaching experience in higher education + Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and with community practice partners + Commitment to the WWU mission and Institute of Medicine recommendations on the future of nursing + Experience with instructional technology Conditions of EmploymentAll employees must comply with our Immunization policies, includingProof of Rubeola Measles Immunity () within 60-days of hire. Please reach out you need information regarding medical or religious exemption and applicable accommodations. Salary $1,007-$1,357 per credit, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits InformationBenefits Overview for Faculty Positions () Bargaining Unit United Faculty of Western Washington Application Instructions Please login and submit your application via Western PageUp. The following materials are required and should be uploaded as instructed in Western PageUp: + A letter of application addressing your ability to meet the required as well as any preferred qualifications. Please ensure your letter specifically addresses your ability, record and specific courses you are qualified to teach. + Current curriculum vitae + Names and contact information for three references (no reference letters) Closing Date Notes Applications are accepted continuously for potential NTT faculty openings; please apply at your earliest convenience. Vacancy pool closes no later than November 30, 2024. Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and parenting status), disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or genetic information in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. See WWU's Policy on Ensuring Equal Opportunity and Prohibiting Discrimination and Retaliation () . Inquiries may be directed to the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance, Title IX and ADA Coordinator, Western Washington University, Old Main 126 (MS 9021), 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225; (voice) or 711 (Washington Relay); WWU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources Disability Services () , or 711 (Washington Relay). Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: This report is provided pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act ("The Clery Act"). It includes statistics for the previous three calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on Western's campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Western; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a copy of this report in printed or alternate formats by contacting the Office of the Vice President for Enrollment and Student Services . The report can be found at:Annual Security and Fire Safety Report () . All new employees must comply with the immunization policy and show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service before beginning work at WWU. A thorough background check will be conducted on all new hires and rehires, which includes a sexual misconduct background check. Job no: 501391 Advertised: Dec :00 Pacific Standard Time Applications close: Nov :55 Pacific Standard Time

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