Nursing Lecturer Part-time Community Health Goleta Campus

Job Description:

Nursing Lecturer Part-time Community Health Goleta Campus

Description

Program: Nursing Program
Rank: Extended University Lecturer Faculty
Title: Nursing Lecturer Part-time Community Health Goleta Campus

About the University:

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.

About the Position:

The successful applicant will function with the principles of CI including: commitment to student participation in the learning process; spirit of collegiality and collaboration; excellence in teaching; and experience working in a multiethnic, multilingual, and multicultural environment. The successful candidate will plan, develop and teach pre-licensure Nursing Science classes in the clinical setting and the campus skills lab at the CSU's Goleta campus. To carry out other duties associated with lecturer responsibilities to include but not limited to: maintaining accurate student records/clinical grades, coordinating clinical instruction with other faculty; coordinating student experiences with clinical personnel; maintaining communications between the University and clinical agencies including participation in annual summation meetings; participating in curriculum development; participating in CCNE and BRN accreditation activities; participating in curriculum excellence by remaining current in the subject matter and techniques of effective instruction through recent clinical experience and professional development. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: teaching and office hours. Assignment may include day, evening and weekend classes/clinical labs at the Satellite Goleta Campus.

Minimum Degree Requirements:

A Masters degree in nursing or higher from an accredited college or university which includes courses in nursing education and a PHN certificate.

Required Qualifications:

• The successful candidate will possess leadership in teaching of baccalaureate level nursing and BRN content area, as well as teaching and student learning outcomes evaluation. Possession of, or eligibility for California RN licensure; at least one year experience teaching courses related to Community/Public Health or a course which includes practice in teaching nursing; at least two years continuous full-time experience in direct patient care practice as an RN in Public or Community Health and at least one year of continuous full-time experience in Community/Public Health.
  
  As a condition of employment, this position will require a background check. The person holding this position is 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.
  
  Must have current, unrestricted CA RN License
  

• Applicants should demonstrate the commitment to effectively work with and engage a diverse student population and evidence of how they would successfully mentor minoritized students with special focus on Latinx, Black/African American, American Indian, and Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander students.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to teach in two content areas preferably Community/Public Health and medical surgical. Excellent communication and collaborative skills. Flexibility in teaching assignments. Experience with using multiple teaching modalities in a population which includes a wide variety of multicultural learners. Willingness to teach during the summer session and on weekends.

Responsibilities:

Teaching and office hours. Assignment may include day, evening and weekend classes/clinical labs at the Satellite Goleta Campus.

Application Deadline:

Screening of applications will begin December 5, 2024. Priority will be given to applicants who meet the screening deadline; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Applicants must submit the following materials:

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• A statement describing your experience mentoring and/or working with minoritized students with a special focus on Latinx, Black/African American, Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander and American Indian students, and
• A teaching philosophy describing how you plan to engage and interact with students, with a special focus on Latinx, Black/African American, Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander, and American Indian students.

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:
http://jobs.csuci.edu

Compensation:

California State University Instructional Faculty, Special Programs-For Credit Schedules can be found at:

• Range 2
• Range 3
• Range 4
• Range 5

Placement into a range is based on qualifications and experience. Initial assignments are typically at the bottom third of the salary range.

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, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

The CSU Channel Islands is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At CSU Channel Islands, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Rosario Cuevas at rosario.cuevas@csuci.edu .

Advertised: Dec 06 2024 Pacific Standard Time
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