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The University of New Mexico College of Nursing is recruiting an Assistant Dean of Faculty Practice. The Assistant Dean will be responsible for establishing, growing, and maintaining CON’s clinical business infrastructure, supporting faculty practice contracts, and creating revenue-generating clinical services. In collaboration with CON Chief Financial Officer, this role ensures financial feasibility of clinical enterprises and ensures timely reporting of financial status across clinical enterprise to the Associate Dean and other required entities, addresses financial and budget concerns proactively, and serves as a key member of CON Leadership team reporting to the Associate Dean of Community and Clinical Affairs.
The Assistant Dean of Clinical Affairs is the leader responsible for overseeing clinical placement, simulation, and staff nurse educators at the College of Nursing. The position reports directly to the Associate Dean of Community and Clinical Affairs and is expected to perform with a high level of responsibility and independence.
This is a leadership position, which includes an active role with the Dean’s Administrative Leadership group; commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, interprofessional and community engagement. This person will provide a vital role in the development of nursing students in clinical programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as facilitate a culture of effective mentorship. The incumbent is expected to engage in teaching, maintain an active program of scholarship, and service with a consistent record of funding support appropriate for faculty at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor (clinician educator or tenure track).
The University of New Mexico College of Nursing is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as the Associate Dean of Community and Clinical Affairs, providing strategic leadership in developing and refining the College’s practice mission and activities. The Associate Dean will articulate a compelling, inclusive vision for the future of nursing practice and community affairs within the CON. In collaboration with the CON Chief Financial Officer, ensures financial feasibility of clinical enterprises and timely reporting of financial status across clinical enterprises to the Dean and other required entities. Addresses financial and budget concerns proactively. Serves as a key member of the CON Leadership team, reporting to the Dean.
We are currently recruiting an Associate Professor or Professor with tenure with a strong track record of research, publication and extramural funding. The incoming faculty member will be expected to teach and maintain an active research program. The combination of teaching and scholarly productivity is a fundamental component of research at an R1 University.
Responsibilities include conducting research, teaching, mentoring and advising students, and participating in program activities and committees to ensure program goals are achieved. This position may also involve participating in service projects with internal and external community partners that share the College's mission. The College welcomes applicants interested in working with community partners as well as inter-professional health care and academic partners.
The University of New Mexico College of Nursing is seeking applicants for a Tenure/Tenure Track Associate Professor or Professor. The successful applicant will be an outstanding independent scholar with experience in health policy, as demonstrated by extramural funding, implemented policies, and white papers and publications in peer-reviewed journals. The College of Nursing offers a PhD Health Policy Concentration. The concentration is an established, fifteen-year program at UNM College of Nursing. The incumbent will play a key role in continuing to grow this concentration. The College welcomes applicants interested in working with stakeholders from multidisciplinary health care, policy, and other academic areas.
We are currently recruiting a tenure track/tenured faculty member for a full-time, 12-month appointment. The selected individual will receive an academic appointment commensurate with credentials and qualifications based upon the UNM’s and CON’s Appointment, Promotion and Tenure criteria.
The combination of teaching and scholarly productivity is a fundamental component of a R1 Research University. The incoming faculty member’s responsibilities will include:
We are currently recruiting a faculty member for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) position. The primary focus of the position is to teach content in the PMHNP program. This is a 50% or greater full-time effort (FTE) 12-month appointment.
The incoming faculty will advise and teach students in psychiatric mental health nursing, along with maintaining an active clinical practice. The combination of teaching and practice is a fundamental component of our educational mission. The faculty member will exhibit a passion for helping patients achieve better mental health and provide effective psychiatric care. The incoming faculty member’s responsibilities will include:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
The University of New Mexico College of Nursing is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as the ABSN Program Director. The ABSN Program Director will oversee the administration and academic aspects of the Accelerated Second Degree BSN option, which acknowledges students’ previous success as they transition to an accredited nursing program.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for the oversight of the second-degree, accelerated pre-licensure BSN program
Reviews policies pertinent to the ABSN programs
Works in collaboration with the Office of Clinical Affairs to ensure clinical placements comply with program requirements
Coordinate reviews of student progression issues in collaboration with the Progression Committee and the Director of Academic Success
Monitors and reports on student assessment, progression, attrition, and degree completion data
Collects, analyzes, and reports program-level information and outcome assessment data as required (or requested) by the University, CCNE, State Board of Nursing (SBON) and other regulatory bodies and administrators
Leads and monitors curriculum review efforts to ensure consistency, comprehensiveness, and relevancy in the ABSN courses, and adherence to licensure requirements and accreditation standards
Participates in enrollment efforts in coordination with the Enrollment Services Office
Reports to the Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Programs and collaborates with the undergraduate program directors and CON leadership
Provide input to the Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Programs regarding faculty performance reviews, and input related to the evaluation of staff and teaching assistants
Teaching, service, and scholarship as articulated in the policy on Faculty Teaching and Professional Requirements
The University of New Mexico College of Nursing is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as the New Mexico Nursing Education Consortium (NMNEC) Partner Schools Director. This position will oversee the administration and academic aspects of the NMNEC Partnerships.
The mission of NMNEC is to prepare nurses for entry into practice and educational advancement through developing and sustaining a resource-efficient and unified system of accessible, innovative, and state-of-the-art nursing education.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for the oversight of co-enrolled students in an ADN and BSN program
Engages in all MOU processes in collaboration with others at the CON and partner schools; reviews policies pertinent to the UNM NMNEC partnerships
Collects, analyzes, and reports program-level information and outcome assessment data as required (or requested) by the University, CCNE, State Board of Nursing (SBON) and other regulatory bodies and administrators
Leads and monitors curriculum review efforts to ensure consistency, comprehensiveness, and relevancy in the CON’s courses at the partner schools, and adherence to licensure requirements and accreditation standards
Coordinate reviews of student progression issues in collaboration with the Progression Committee and the Director of Academic Success
Monitors and reports on student assessment, progression, attrition, and degree completion data
Participates in enrollment efforts in coordination with the CON’s Admissions Office
Reports to the Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Education and collaborates with the undergraduate program directors and CON leadership
Provide input to the Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Education regarding CON faculty performance reviews, and input related to the evaluation of graduate assistants, and staff, if applicable
Teaching, service, and scholarship as articulated in the policy on Faculty Teaching and Professional Requirements
Actively participate in at least one NMNEC committee
Traveling locally and statewide to partner locations
The UNM College of Nursing is seeking a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program Director. This position will be part of the Clinician Educator track and will work closely with the Assistant Dean of Professional Graduate Programs and the DNP Program Coordinator. The assigned workload will be per policy. In addition to the contract salary, this position has an administrative performance supplement for a directorship, which is $5,000 annually and is prorated based upon effective dates of service.
The DNP Program Director is responsible for the delivery, evaluation and student experiences in the DNP core curriculum (DNP core, EIP core and systems learning courses) in collaboration with the DNP Program Coordinator and faculty teaching in the DNP program. The DNP Program Director is responsible for overall coordination of courses, faculty, and students, facilitating effective communication to support the development and delivery of the DNP general curriculum. Leading effective communication among all individuals involved in DNP program development and delivery is critical to effective performance of this role.
The DNP Program Director also works within the established faculty governance structure, as appropriate, regarding curriculum and policy development affecting the program and the associated concentrations to ensure alignment with AACN Essentials, national and CCNE standards. The individual in this position is also responsible for maintaining effective communication with the Assistant Dean of Professional Graduate Programs and other Program Directors, and for ensuring adherence to CON and University policies.
We are currently recruiting a faculty member for a graduate nursing faculty position. The primary focus is teaching conceptual content for Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or equivalent scope and Doctor of Nursing Practice courses. This is a full-time 12-month appointment. The selected applicant must commit to living in the Albuquerque metropolitan statistical area.
The incoming faculty will teach and maintain an active New Mexico APRN License and National Nurse Practitioner Certification. The combination of teaching and clinical experience is a fundamental component of our educational mission.
Responsibilities:
Classroom, online, and simulation teaching
Mentoring, advising, and precepting students
Assisting with clinical placements and student oversight, scholarship/service, and participation in program activities and committees to ensure stated program goals are achieved
The faculty here are dedicated, knowledgeable, and convey a spirit of inquiry to the students. Our experienced, versatile clinician educators foster adaptability and the ability to lead health care innovation in our students, to prepare them to meet the challenges of providing high quality care to rural and underserved communities.
The UNM College of Nursing is seeking Training Project Consultants to assist with the Breastfeeding Child Health and Mammary Permeability (CHAMPS) study. The purpose of this study is to learn about how milk composition contributes to a new parent’s milk supply and how, in turn, human milk affects infant health and growth. Primary responsibilities for this position include conducting and/or assisting with prenatal and postpartum lactation support groups at local clinics, conducting home visits to collect research data and biological samples, and providing in-person lactation support as needed, working up to 10 hours per week.
The University of New Mexico, College of Nursing is seeking an Administrative Coordinator to support the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, Associate Dean of Research and Scholarship, and Associate Dean of Community and Clinical Affairs. We are seeking a dynamic, customer-service-oriented individual who can manage and adapt to a changing and fast-paced environment. This position coordinates, oversees, and/or performs support activities on behalf of the Associate Deans. Serves as primary point of administrative contact for internal and external constituents, often on complex and confidential issues. Oversees and/or participates in the coordination and completion of special projects. Maintains a professional demeanor at all times with internal and external constituents is paramount. Will serve on a variety of committees as the minute taker and/or moderator of online and in-person meetings.
Responsibilities:
Proactively review and triage Associate Deans’ outlook calendars.
Organize and coordinate meetings and special events on behalf of the Associate Deans, including the preparation of speaking points. As a representative of the Office of the Associate Deans, this individual must have the ability to prioritize and triage matters of importance.
Coordinate and manage conferences and meetings on behalf of the Associate Deans, including budget planning and utilization of funds, logistics, agendas, and travel arrangements for both external and internal constituents.
Monitor, reconcile and assist with fiscal administration, including travel, purchasing and leave reporting.
Compose and proofread correspondence.
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Associate Director of Administrative Operations & Human Resources
Delana M. Mannion
College of Nursing
Building 214
Suite 3101
1 University of New Mexico
505-272-5098