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): Michele Megregian

Clinical Activities (not related to teaching or research):

• Practice that emanates from the School of Nursing is expected to support the teaching practice and research mission of the School. In the practice environment, teaching occurs concurrently with clinical activities
• The primary expectation is the provision of clinical midwifery services to patients in the ambulatory setting of the faculty practice.

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

• Participates in scholarly activities based on faculty rank.

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

• Clinical education and supervision of graduate nurse-midwifery students (and other students) in the provision of the services to patients in faculty practices. Midwifery students are with faculty 90% of the time.
• Mentors and advises students.

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.

 

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

• Instructor: MSN or equivalent
• Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor: PhD/DNP or equivalent

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

• Oregon RN license
• Oregon APRN license
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• AMCB/ACNM Certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) preferred

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

• 2 years of clinical practice experience.

Work Expectations:

 

Working Conditions (such as travel expectations, exposure to auditory and visual stimulation, frequent interruptions, etc.):

• Frequent Interruptions in an environment of frequent changes and fluctuations
• May be exposed to excessive auditory and visual stimulation.
• May be required to attend out of town conferences according to School of Nursing travel and reimbursement policies.
• May be exposed to body fluids, tissue, possible radiation exposure, and infectious processes.
• Subject to computer work for several hours, as needed.
• Able to use all appropriate patient care equipment and office equipment within work area.

Physical Requirement/Demands of the Position (take off unapplicable sections as needed):

• Standing: On concrete, vinyl, or carpeting up to 4 hours per day and intermittently
• Sitting: Chair or stool continuous up to 8 hours per day and intermittently
• Changing Positions: Intermittently, as needed.
• Walking: Intermittently up to 4 hours per day on concrete, vinyl, and carpeting
• Carrying: Up to 50 pounds (supplies, equipment, books, papers, etc) for intermittent periods and distances.
• Lifting: Up to 50 pounds (patients, equipment, supplies, books, etc) Intermittent throughout the day
• Pushing/Pulling: Up to 100 pounds, intermittent, throughout the day
• Bending: From the waist and knees, frequently throughout the day
• Reaching/Handling: Fine manipulation, repetitive, gross motor requiring full ROM in upper extremeties, including overhead reaching.
• Twisting: All ROM required, intermittent periods, throughout the day
• Climbing: Staircase, intermittently throughout the day

Weekend, Holiday, Evening, Night, and Call Expectations:

• Day, weekend, holiday, and night shifts are required
• Evening ambulatory services may be required

Bargaining Unit: Advanced Practice United (APU)

 

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. 

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.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu