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

• 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 OHSU School of Nursing in Monmouth is located on the Western Oregon University campus. WOU is Oregon's oldest public university and is in the heart of Oregon wine country. Monmouth is 61 miles from Portland and 20 miles west of Salem, Oregon’s state capital.  

 

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): Angie Docherty

Education Activities (Includes didactic, clinical, and mentoring activities):

Didactic Teaching: 

• Provides effective classroom instruction based on teaching assignments, using appropriate instructional technologies to ensure that course outcomes are met. 
• Participates collaboratively in the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum. 

Clinical Teaching: 

• Plans, supervises, and delivers effective clinical instruction in lab, simulation, and real-world healthcare settings, ensuring students apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations. 

Student Mentorship and Supervision: 

• Mentors and advises students across academic and professional development areas. 
• Faculty in the doctoral program supervise students in dissertation and/or clinical inquiry projects. 

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 science of clinical practice. 
  • At the Assistant Professor rank or higher, faculty in the research mission advance a program of research, prepare grants and seek funding, and engage with other missions to foster inquiry within the SON.  

Service Activities:

• These activities could include committee membership, professional activities, and other campus specific activities as assigned by the Program or Academic Director. 
• Participates in faculty governance; additional strategic initiatives 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. 

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

 

Nurse Educator Associate 

Each Nurse Educator Associate must hold at least a baccalaureate degree in nursing with the equivalent of a minimum of two years of full-time patient care experience at the registered nurse level. 

• Lecturer: BSN  
• 2 years of full-time clinical practice experience required 

Nurse Educator 

Each Nurse Educator must hold at least a master's degree in nursing or a baccalaureate degree in nursing and master's or doctoral degree in a related field with relevant teaching and nursing experience related to the teaching assignment. They must also have the equivalent of a minimum of three years of full-time patient care experience at the registered nurse level; and, document competency in teaching through experience, educational preparation, or continuing education. 

• Instructor: MSN or MN 
• Assistant Professor: MSN, Ph.D./DNP  
• 3 years of full-time clinical practice experience required 

 

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) 

• Doctorate preferred. 
• Teaching experience at the baccalaureate level or higher preferred. 

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. 

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.