Adjunct Faculty-Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP at The University of Texas at Arlington in Arlington, Texas

Job Description:

Posting Number:

F00398P

Position Title:

Adjunct Faculty-Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP

Department:

Nursing- Graduate

Location:

Arlington

Job Family:

Nursing

Position Status:

Part-time

Rank:

Non-Tenured

Work Hours:

Standard

Open to:

External and Internal

FLSA:

Exempt

Duration:

Funding expected to continue

Benefits Eligible:

No

Job Summary:

The Department of Graduate Nursing in the College of Nursing and Health Innovation, the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for a part time, temporary, non-tenure track faculty in the Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP Program.


The Department of Graduate Nursing in the College of Nursing and Health Innovation seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Instructor pool and welcomes applicants at any time. This posting is for the 2023-2024 academic year. The specific courses involved may vary from semester to semester and openings to teach these courses develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs. These appointments will be part-time and with no guarantee of renewal.

Benefits at UTA:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.


To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:

https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

CBC Requirement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provides instruction within the College of Nursing and Health Innovation.


2. Reports directly to the Department Chair.


3. Maintains academic standards as established by the university, CONHI and Department of Graduate Nursing


4. Teaches students in online, clinical, laboratory, and classroom settings.


5. Assumes responsibility for and/or participates in the planning and organization of courses to which assigned


6. Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of school, program, course and student activities.

Required Qualifications:

1. Masters in Nursing or Post Graduate Certificate in Nursing


2. A current, unencumbered AGPCNP/Adult NP/Gero NP license in the State of Texas


3. Current board certification as an AGPCNP/Adult NP/Gero NP from AANP or ANCC


4. A minimum of 2-3 years of experience evaluating, diagnosing, and managing patients in an adult/gerontology primary care setting.


5. Must remain active in evaluating, diagnosing, and managing patients in an adult gerontology primary care setting or subspecialty practice to retain employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Earned Doctorate in Nursing or related field


2. A minimum of 1 year experience teaching or precepting

Department Information:

The Department of Graduate Nursing is one of three academic departments within the CONHI. The department offers an MSN in Nursing Education, an MSN in Nursing Administration, seven nurse practitioner tracks, a Doctor in Nursing practice and a PhD in Nursing. Programs are offered online and in a hybrid format. These positions will report to the Department Chair.

University Information:

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.


Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations:

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies:

Multiple

Open Date:

03/28/2023

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To apply applicants should go to
https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/22367 and submit the following materials:



· Curriculum Vitae
· Cover Letter
· References (minimum of 2 listed on CV)

Additional documents may be required by the department at a later date.


NOTE: UTA will require that a criminal background check, a reference check, and certification of credentials and qualifications be performed on all finalists in the Department of Graduate Nursing adjunct pool.


Questions may be addressed to: Kellie Kahveci (kellie.kahveci@uta.edu)


For more information about UTA, please visit:
http://www.uta.edu/uta

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