Director of Clinical Education- AZ- Graduate Nursing Program - Glendale, Arizona, , United States

Midwestern University Graduate Nursing Programs in Glendale, Arizona, invites applications for the Director of Clinical Education (DCE), a full-time, 12-month tenure-track faculty appointment for the Graduate Nursing Program Master of Science in Nursing Adult Gerontology Primary ...

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Midwestern University Graduate Nursing Programs in Glendale, Arizona, invites applications for the Director of Clinical Education (DCE), a full-time, 12-month tenure-track faculty appointment for the Graduate Nursing Program Master of Science in Nursing Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program. 

The DCE will work closely with the Program Director to advise, evaluate, and develop the clinical education curriculum. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Managing and facilitating new and existing clinical site partnerships
• Developing and implementing policy
• Developing and leading clinical faculty development initiatives
• Performing site visits, advising students, and evaluating and tracking student performance and outcomes

The successful candidate will  maintain teaching responsibilities in the three graduate nursing programs. Additional responsibilities include scholarly activities and committee responsibilities within the Graduate Nursing Program, College of Health Sciences, and at the university level. Service to the community, profession, and all university levels is also expected. The DCE will also be assigned to serve as Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Chair faculty for students completing their DNP projects.

Qualified applicants must possess an unencumbered Arizona registered nursing license or nursing compact/multi-state privileges, a national certification through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) or the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), an Arizona advanced practice registered nursing (APRN), and at least two years of APRN experience. It is preferred that the applicant holds a DNP, Ph.D., or equivalent doctorate degree.

Applicants should also possess strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. They must also be able to travel to practicum sites within and outside of Arizona as needed. Salary and benefits are competitive for this tenure-track position. Please submit your application packet through MWU's online job board, located at:

Your online profile should include:

• A cover letter (upload as an attachment)
• Your Curriculum Vitae (upload as an attachment)
• Two professional letters of recommendation (upload as an attachment)
• A completed application

Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Melanie Logue.

Melanie Logue, PhD, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, FAANP

Director of Graduate Nursing Programs and Professor

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance.  We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account.  We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday's, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days.  We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program.  Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility. 

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/).  Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.

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