School of Nursing Undergraduate Faculty

Department Overview

To be considered for this position, please submit the following documents:

• A CV that contains the months and years listed for each employment and education experience
• Your cover letter that includes:
  • How you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
  • How you meet any of the preferred qualifications for this position.
  • A statement describing your teaching, research, and scholarship interests, and how they align with the OHSU mission.

At OHSU's School of Nursing, we are guided by a mission of healing, teaching, and discovery to optimize health, prepare nurse leaders, and transform health care. As a trauma-informed organization, we are deeply committed to fostering a culture grounded in well-being, diversity, excellence, integrity, and collaboration. We value health, safety, and respect for all. We promote equity, inclusion, and social justice, striving for innovation and sustainability in all we do.


The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university's missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach, and public service.


This position reports to (supervisor) Heather Freiheit

Function/Duties of Position

Clinical Activities (not related to teaching or research):

• Plans and supervises student lab and/or clinical experiences or practice based on teaching assignment.

Scholarly Activities (research/writing, abstracts, grant supported work, presentations, etc.):

• Participates in scholarly activities based on faculty rank.
  • At the Assistant Professor rank or higher, faculty in the practice mission, demonstrates competence in an area of clinical expertise and engages in inquiry and scholarship that contributes to the practice of clinical practice.
  • At the Assistant Professor rank or higher, faculty in the research mission advance a program of research, prepares grants and seeks funding, and engages with other missions to foster inquiry within the SON.

Education Activities (include types of teaching and types of student taught):

• Provides effective didactic instruction based on teaching assignment using appropriate instructional technologies to ensure that course outcomes are met.
• Participates collaboratively in the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum.
• Mentors and advises students.
• Faculty in the doctoral program supervise students in dissertation and/or clinical inquiry projects.

Service Activities:

• These activities could include faculty meetings, committee membership, professional activities and other responsibilities as assigned by the Program or Academic Director.
• Participates in faculty governance; additional engagement based on rank.

Administrative Activities:

• As negotiated.

Other Activities:

• The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university's missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience (Degree dependent on academic program type and rank of position. Experience dependent on academic program type and rank of position):

Nurse Educators

• Must hold an active RN license in Oregon; Hold at least a graduate degree in nursing, or a baccalaureate degree in nursing and graduate or doctoral degree in a related field; and ideally document competency in teaching through experience, educational preparation, or CE.

Nurse Educator Associates

• Hold an active RN license in Oregon; and Hold at least a baccalaureate degree in nursing.

Registrations, Certifications, and/or Licenses (Current licensure & certifications could be required depending on position and academic program.):

• Oregon RN license
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience (Experience dependent on academic program type and rank of position.):

• 1 year of teaching experience at the Clinical Instructor or higher level preferred.

Additional Details

Benefits


As one of Portland's largest and premier employers, OHSU is committed to providing comprehensive, affordable, and customizable benefits for our employees. OHSU's medical plans offer comprehensive coverage with access to the best physicians and hospitals, including the award-winning care we provide at OHSU. Most full-time employees do not pay any amount for employee-only coverage for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our total rewards package includes 26 days of PTO*, 9 paid holidays*, employee discount programs, and options for tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, and retirement plans in addition to many other benefits. Most faculty positions are eligible for relocation assistance.


*Prorated based on FTE.


Creating an inclusive community doesn't just happen and cannot be achieved by a single department or individual. It is a transformation that occurs only when each of us embraces diversity and leads by example. Candidates that value OHSU's commitment to building an anti-racist workplace are strongly encouraged to apply.


We are seeking the best candidate for the position, and we understand that qualified candidates come from a range of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and pathways to competency. We encourage you to apply if you feel you can perform the essential responsibilities of the position even if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum qualifications described or are unsure if your experience could be considered related experience.


Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center.

In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

All are welcome.

OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.

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