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Lecturer Ay - Leadership Healthcare Systems And Policy

Program: Nursing Program Rank: Lecturer Faculty Title: Lecturer Ay - Leadership Healthcare Systems And Policy

California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) is an inclusive institution dedicated to transforming lives through education, opportunity, and community engagement. Opened in 2002, CSUCI is the newest campus in the California State University system and has quickly earned recognition as a leader in higher education. Ranked 22nd among "Regional Universities West" by U.S. News & World Report in 2024 and named the 14th "Most Transformative College" by Money Magazine, CSUCI is committed to academic excellence and fostering student success. Located in Ventura County, CSUCI serves a diverse community of over 4,880 undergraduate and graduate students. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 18:1, the university ensures personalized learning and meaningful connections between students and educators. Offering 26 bachelor's degree programs, CSUCI provides a wide range of academic opportunities designed to prepare students for meaningful careers and global leadership. CSUCI is dedicated to supporting its students both academically and financially. In fact, 81% of students receive financial aid, and nearly 59% are first-generation college students. Additionally, 52% of students are Pell Grant eligible, reflecting the university's commitment to providing access to higher education. As a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), CSUCI embraces a vibrant cultural community, with 61% of its undergraduate students identifying as Latinx, alongside other racial and ethnic groups that enrich the campus experience. CSUCI's efforts to advance Latinx student success have earned it the prestigious "Seal of Excelencia" from Excelencia in Education. With a focus on critical inquiry, innovative learning, and social justice, CSUCI is also taking proactive steps to diversify its faculty and confront systemic challenges to equity. This dedication creates an environment where every voice is valued, and students are empowered to thrive academically, socially, and personally. Whether through its strong academic offerings, supportive community, or transformative opportunities, CSUCI provides a unique and rewarding experience for students ready to shape their future and make a lasting impact on the world.

CSUCI Mission Statement: Placing students at the center of the educational experience, California State University Channel Islands provides undergraduate and graduate education that facilitates learning within and across disciplines through integrative approaches, emphasizes experiential and service learning, and graduates students with multicultural and international perspectives.

CSUCI's Commitment to You: CSUCI is committed to helping newly hired faculty develop a sense of belonging in a collaborative and supportive community dedicated to providing resources and opportunities for establishing and sustaining a research agenda and engaging in continuous improvement in equitable teaching and learning.

About the Program: As one of the premiere nursing programs in California, CSU Channel Islands Nursing Department mission statement reflects our commitment to the University's Mission Pillars by focusing on educational and inclusive excellence. Our focus is on preparing students for professional practice who are continuously growing professionally to meet the demands of the community and profession. Our goals are to: achieve student success and provide service and quality care to individuals, families and communities local, nationally, and globally; develop nurses who utilize evidence-based practice to provide quality care to individuals, families and communities local, nationally, and globally; develop competent, professional, compassionate nurses who will be life-long learners with a commitment to excellence in nursing practice; develop a strong educational foundation for nursing practice based on CSUCI campus culture; and build an organizational culture that exemplifies collaborative practice, compassion, respect for others, and embraces diversity.

Nursing Program Mission Statement: CI Nursing Program faculty and staff embrace justice, equity, diversity and inclusion in our aim to prepare students for nursing practice; to meet community and workforce needs through teaching professional values and care of diverse individuals and populations including Black, Indigenous, People of Color and those with intersectional differences and identities.1 This will be accomplished by engaging in respectful and honest dialogue, valuing and respecting each member of our community, and examining ourselves for biases and assumptions to increase our awareness as we build programing and curriculum to educate the next generation of nurses.

Program Vision: The Nursing Program aims to be an innovative, magnet center for excellence in higher nursing education through justice, equity, diversity and inclusivity.

About the Position: To plan, develop and teach pre-licensure Nursing Science classes in the clinical setting and the campus simulation lab. To carry out other duties associated with lecturer responsibilities to include but not limited to: maintain accurate student records/clinical grades, coordinate clinical instruction with other faculty; coordinate student experiences with clinical personnel; maintain communications between the University and clinical agencies including annual summations meetings; participate in curriculum development; participate in AACN and BRN accreditation activities; participate in curriculum excellence by remaining current in the subject matter and techniques of effective instruction through recent clinical experience and professional development.

Minimum Degree Requirements: A Masters degree in Nursing or higher from an accredited college or university which includes courses in nursing education

• Demonstrated leadership in teaching baccalaureate-level nursing and BRN content areas.
• Experience with teaching and student learning outcomes evaluation.
• Possession of, or eligibility for, California RN licensure.
• At least one year of experience teaching courses related to Leadership, Healthcare Systems and Policy or a course which includes practice in teaching nursing.
• At least two years of continuous full-time experience in direct patient care practice as an RN.
• At least one year of continuous full-time experience in direct patient care practice as an RN within the last three years, or eligibility for Board of Registered Nursing approval to teach pediatrics nursing.
• Applicants should demonstrate the ability to effectively engage with a broad student population and provide mentorship that supports student academic success.

• Leadership in Healthcare, Policy Advocacy experience

Responsibilities include: teaching and office hours. Assignment may include day, evening, night, and weekend classes/clinical labs.

Application Deadline: Screening of applications will begin August 21, 2025. Priority will be given to applicants who submit applications prior to the screening deadline; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Applicants must submit the following materials:

• CV
• Cover Letter
• RN License
• A statement describing your experience mentoring students and supporting their academic and professional growth.

In later phases of the search process, applicants may be requested to provide verification of terminal degrees, licenses and certificates.

Submit all required materials to the CSUCI Careers application web address below:

Compensation: California State University Lecturer Salary (Academic Year) Schedules can be found at

• Range 2: $5,507-$6,677
• Range 3: $6,221-$13,224
• Range 4: $6,825-$14,523
• Range 5: $8,593-$15,211

Placement into a range is based on qualifications and experience. Initial assignments are typically at the bottom third of the salary range. The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester.

The University offers robust employee benefits. Please see the following link for more information.

General Information: Evidence of degree(s) required at time of hire.

At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services to work in the United States.

The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU Channel Islands provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. The CSU Channel Islands complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act