Lecturer II or III in Nursing

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Position Summary PLEASE NOTE: This position is for the UNM Gallup Branch, located in Gallup, NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, NM. The University of New Mexico-Gallup invites applications for theposition of Nursing Lecturer II or III. We are one of four branch community colleges of the University of NewMexico and serve approximately 2200 students. Located in Gallup NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, UNM-Gallup is situated in the Four Corners region and near the Navajo Nation, Zuni Pueblo and Hopi Reservation. Thecity of Gallup has a population of 22,000 and the surrounding areas provide anabundance of outdoor recreational activities, various museums and extraordinarycultural vibrancy, while maintaining a small-town feel. UNM-Gallup serves a hugely diverse student population with 100+ fulltime and part-time faculty members. Weare fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission offering Associatedegrees, selected Bachelor’s degrees, Career Technical Education certificateprograms, and adult basic education (ABE/GED), workforce training and personalenrichment courses. UNM-Gallup servesmultiple high school populations including McKinley Academy, Middle CollegeHigh School and the Center for Career and Technical Education. It is an exciting time to join our faculty as we are expanding ourprograms, engaging with ourcommunity, establishing multiple endowments andgrant opportunities while hiring a substantial cohort of new faculty. Lecturers at UNM-G have careeradvancement opportunities that are outlined in the UNM Faculty Handbook andfaculty union collective bargaining agreement. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a 15 cr/12 cr courseload in Nursing and associated allied-health topics (e.g., nutrition, pathophysiology), maintain an active scholarship and/or service record (asdefined by the UA-UNM CBA), including active participation in programaccreditation activities; support student learning and success; attend monthlyDivision and Faculty meetings; and execute other relevant duties as agreed uponin conjunction with the division chair in an annual faculty-chair agreement.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Nursing Holds an unencumbered Registered Nurse license in New Mexico or an unencumbered Registered Nurse license in a compact state in the US At least two years of clinical nursing experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Terminal degree in Nursing (PhD or DNP), Doctorate degree in Education (EdD), or a terminal degree in a closely related health sciences field (e.g., Public Health, Health Sciences) Holds a major concentration in Nursing Education or a Certification in Nursing Education or equivalent (e.g., National League for Nursing’s Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) or Certified Academic Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE-cl), or ANCC’s Nursing Professional Development Certification (NPD-BC)) Additional experience in specialties, such as medical/surgical, ICU, ER, pediatric, obstetric, and/or psychiatric nursing, preferably within the last two years Demonstrated teaching experience at a branch/community college or similar institution Demonstrated commitment to first-generation college students A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother protected class.