Urgently Require FT Nursing Faculty: First Professional Degree - Obstetrical Nursing, DHCON - Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT

Job title: FT Nursing Faculty: First Professional Degree - Obstetrical Nursing, DHCON - Sacred Heart University Company: Sacred Heart University Job description: Title | Job Details FT Nursing Faculty: First Professional Degree - Obstetrical Nursing, DHCON Category: Faculty Subscribe: Department: College of Nursing [CON] Locations: Fairfield, CT Posted: Sep 13, 2023 Closes: Open Until Filled Type: Full-time Position ID: 167452 Share About Sacred Heart University: As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University's nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent's College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change-in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges-2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools-2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. Job Description: The (DHCON) is seeking applicants with expertise in Obstetrical Nursing whose primary teaching responsibilities will be with the program. We are currently searching for faculty positions with a nine (9) month appointment with rank and tenure commensurate with background and experience. The thriving undergraduate, pre-licensure program has over 900 students. Some teaching in the may be required. Anticipated start date is January 2024. This is a great opportunity to join a stable, highly regarded BSN program with a proven history of student success. Faculty in the DHCON are collaborative and student-centered. Opportunities for research, community service, faculty development and inter-professional learning are available and supported by the college and the university. Requirements: We are seeking individuals with the following qualifications:

• Doctorate degree in nursing or related field preferred. (Candidates enrolled in doctoral program invited to apply).
• Previous experience in nursing higher education preferred.
• Clinical expertise in the following area:

• Obstetrical Nursing

Additionally, the successful candidate will be able to contribute to a College environment based upon mutual respect and collegiality and will value the University's Catholic identity, tradition and spirit, and will support the University's commitment to community service, strategic planning, and the intellectual and ethical development of all students. Additional Information: Statement of Personal & Organizational Responsibility for Inclusive Excellence Inclusive Excellence is the recognition that our institution's success is dependent on how well we value, engage, and include the rich diversity of students, staff, faculty, administrators, alums, and surrounding community. It is a mastery of inclusion that fosters a consistent sense of belonging. Inclusive Excellence is aspirational and is the pillar that guides the mission, vision, and function of this unit. To achieve Inclusive Excellence, our personal and organizational responsibilities are to:

• Actively promote a collegial environment and consciously apply our mission and values to create a culture of inclusion and belonging; a safe space where all may thrive and succeed.
• Participate in educational and developmental activities to increase awareness and competencies of issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; apply that understanding to guide your approach to all aspects of your job and the community as a whole.
• Demonstrate that we are "Stronger Together" as described in the Office for Inclusive Excellence

. Application Instructions: Applicants must submit a complete curriculum vita, a letter specifically relating the CV to the requirements of the position and provide three letters of reference. Review of applications will begin immediately and be accepted until the position is filled. Only online submissions will be considered. Questions regarding this position may be addressed to Dr. Heather Ferrillo, Undergraduate Chair, Dr. Susan L. Davis, RN, and Richard J. Henley College of Nursing, Sacred Heart University. 5151 Park Avenue, Fairfield, CT 06825; The is accredited by the CCNE and a traditional BSN, second degree accelerated BSN, RN to BSN completion, RN to MSN and MSN with tracks for administration, nursing education, family nurse practitioner, clinical nurse leader, and DNP. The Davis & Henley College of Nursing is located in the new facility, featuring a state-of-the-art nursing simulation and clinical skills labs. Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live. Expected salary: Location: Fairfield, CT Apply Job!