Faculty Position FA25-017
September 26 2024
Position Title
Instructor/Family Nurse Practitioner-We Care Clinic
Hiring Unit
School of Nursing
Job Description/Responsibilities
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) School of Nursing is seeking qualified applicants for a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) position at the WE CARE Clinic. The FNP will provide direct patient care, including assessments, diagnostic testing, developing diagnoses, and treatment. They will also participate in the clinical education of undergraduate and graduate nursing students, as well as engage in community outreach activities.
The FNP will follow current clinical practice guidelines and comply with laws, standards, and regulations governing clinic operations. Performance evaluations will be conducted annually by the Director of the WE CARE Clinic. Additionally, as a faculty member in the School of Nursing, the FNP will be evaluated by the Department Chair on teaching effectiveness, scholarship, and service. This is a fiscal year appointment, with a teaching load of no more than 7 credit hours per academic year (typically one course per semester).
The SIUE School of Nursing offers a diverse, vibrant, and supportive environment. Our students develop leadership skills in nursing through innovative teaching, research, community service, and compassionate care.
With the current national nursing shortage, our graduates are highly sought after by hospitals and healthcare centers for their commitment to excellence in patient care. We invite you to explore the opportunities at the School of Nursing and encourage you to reach out with any questions..
To learn more about the department, visit us online at:
Minimum Qualifications
- Must possess a Master of Science or DNP in Nursing; board certified FNP
- Must be licensed as a registered nurse and FNP in Illinois
- New FNP graduates are welcome to apply but must have at least five years of RN experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in primary care or a clinical setting
- Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Experience in serving as a preceptor in an NP program.
- Familiarity with clinical guidelines and regulatory compliance.
SIUE actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates of any race, religion, disability status, veteran status, age national origin, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity. We seek candidates with demonstrable commitments to working with or teaching diverse students.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. SIUE is committed to education that explores the historic significance of diversity in order to understand the present and to better enable our community to engage in the future. Integral to this commitment, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville strives for a student body and a workforce that is both diverse and inclusive. We strongly encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups, including women, members of racially minoritized groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply. For more on our Statement of Diversity, visit: https://www.siue.edu/about/mission-goals-plans/diversity.shtml
Terms of Appointment
Full-time or Fiscal
Source of Funds
Federal
Salary
$94,554.00
For more information about employment benefits and policies, visit: https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/faculty-staff
Application Process
Candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, academic transcripts (unofficial are permissible for application review purposes), and current contact information for three professional references to:
Dr. Myjal Garner
Interim WE CARE Clinic Director
Campus Box 1066
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1066
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Acts (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, please call 618-650-2190 or email EmploymentHR@siue.edu.
The SIUE Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.siue.edu/police/cleary-act-forms/ . The report contains campus safety and security information, crime statistics, fire safety policies, and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. This report is published in compliance with Federal law, titled the “Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act” and the Higher Education Opportunity Act also known as the “Campus Fire Safety Right to Know.” For those without computer access, a paper copy of the report may be obtained, with a 24-hour notice, from the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Administration, Rendleman Hall, Room 2228, 618-650-2536.
Dual Career Support for New Faculty
The Career Development Center has partnered with SIUE's Toward an Inclusive Model of Excellence project to provide a variety of career services and resources to partners of new faculty who have relocated to the Greater St. Louis area. Support for this initiative was provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through Award 1936141. Outlined below is a specific list of career services and resources available to help you on your career journey. Individuals are eligible to receive a maximum of three, one-hour appointments. Visit them online at: https://www.siue.edu/career-development-center/faculty/NSF-Advance-GrantLanding.shtml
