Nurse Educator for College of Nursing - req# 21774

The University of New Mexico, College of Nursing invites application for a Nurse Educator to work with Health Science Albuquerque campus and Health Science Rio Rancho campus as well as clinical rotations. The Nurse Educator will support the development of future nurses at all levels in the pre-licensure program to ensure they have the knowledge and clinical skills they need to positively impact the community. Through collaboration with faculty, the Nurse Educator will ensure harmonious learning objectives are maintained, and that consistent and reliable assessment of student competency is performed. They will provide mentorship to develop students critical thinking and clinical judgement in the field to guide them into their own practice as confident and engaged professionals. This position may require travel by vehicle or air, locally, statewide and/or out of state.

Responsibilities include clinical training, evaluation, and supervision of nursing students at all levels in various healthcare settings. The Nurse Educator will collaborate with program directors, faculty, preceptors, clinical partners, and students to coordinate clinical experiences. Including orienting students and temporary part-time faculty to the programs course objectives and clinical outcomes in the pre-licensure program to facilitate clinical experiences outlined in the course syllabus. The Nurse Educator must stay current and maintain their credentialing and training requirements for assigned clinical facilities. The Nurse Educator will maintain professional relationships with clinical facilities personnel to ensure policies are being upheld. The incumbent will assist in developing student schedules and assignments in the clinical setting. Supporting instructional needs in the Lab, Simulation, and as guest speakers as needed. Facilitating the integration of learning experiences for nursing students. Complete formative and summative clinical evaluations collaborating with faculty when oversight or supervision is required and/or grading.

The University of New Mexico has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for UNM students and employees. For detailed information, visit https://bringbackthepack.unm.edu/vaccine/vaccine-requirement.html

College of Nursing:

The University of New Mexico is New Mexicos flagship R1 research intensive institution occupying nearly 800 acres near old Route 66 in the heart of Albuquerque, a metropolitan area of more than 929,000 people. The College of Nursing provides exemplary and innovative education, research, practice, service, and leadership intended to advance the science of nursing and improve tribal, state, national, and global health. The College of Nursing is part of a vibrant Health Sciences Center (HSC), which includes New Mexicos only Level 1 trauma center and medical school. The HSC provides an exceptional education for more than 1500 students each year in 21 different health fields. The HSC is known for cutting edge research with more than $165 million in extramural research funding. The HSC has an established Clinical & Translational Science Center that provides extensive opportunities and resources to support collaborative research in a variety of interest areas.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• UNM will provide Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• May be subject to credentialing process; must maintain credentialed status, if applicable.
• Must maintain certification status.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Associate's degree in Nursing; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certification/Licensure: State of New Mexico Licensed Registered Nurse or licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the multi-state privilege to practice compact with New Mexico.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in nursing or graduate degree in nursing
• Clinical preceptor experience
• Recent clinical experience within the last 5 years
• Current BLS certification
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Bilingual
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

1. Cover Letter that includes your brief statement of commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

2. Resume

3. UNM Employment Application form (online)

The University of New Mexico has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for UNM students and employees. For detailed information, visit https://bringbackthepack.unm.edu/vaccine/vaccine-requirement.html

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

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 any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.