Licensed Practical Nurse Faculty - UAF CTC

UAF's Community and Technical College (CTC) has an opening for a Term Assistant Professor for our growing Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certificate program. The successful applicant will serve as the nurse administrator, teach and directly supervise student learning experiences in the LPN classroom, simulation laboratory and clinical settings.  This faculty position comes complete with both a competitive salary and full UA employee benefits package.

Allied Health Mission Statement:  The mission of the Allied Health Department is to provide opportunities for quality education in the Allied Health fields. The Allied Health Department is committed to providing the academic, clinical, administrative, and professional skills that will prepare graduates for employment in entry level positions in the healthcare field and afford them opportunity to obtain the credentials with which to advance.

UAF CTC has a diverse staff and faculty and serves a culturally diverse student population that includes many non-traditional  students and students from the military community.  Our programs provide students with the academic framework to help them achieve their higher education goals, whether it is to complete an associate of arts degree or transfer to a baccalaureate program.  In addition, UAF CTC provides career training and development opportunities through workforce development and professional development programs.

In this position you will have an integral role in helping to grow and develop UAF CTC's new Licensed Practical Nurse program. You will have the opportunity to use your education and experience within the healthcare field to train and prepare students for a rewarding career as an LPN. On a daily basis you will be able to help advise and teach students in the classroom or lab setting as well as develop relevant and exciting curriculum designed to help students be successful in this field of study.  Beyond the instructional aspect of your role, you will also serve as the nurse administrator for the LPN program.

A minimum of 5 years clinical nursing experience and experience working with private and public external constituencies will be important to thrive in this role. Your strong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills will be used daily as a member of the UAF CTC Allied Health programs and as you foster relationships needed to build and sustain a vibrant LPN program.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must hold a minimum of a Master of Science in Nursing
• Current or recent direct engagement in a significant manner in clinical nursing experiences
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Alaska, or ability to obtain Alaska license within six months of hire.

Position Details:

This position is located at the UAF Community and Technical College in Fairbanks. This is a full-time, 9-month, term faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave/faculty time off, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. Faculty salaries are based on a variety of factors, including education and experience.

To complete your application please attach the following:

• Resume or Vita
• Cover letter detailing qualifications for this position
• Three (3) professional references to include the name, professional relationship, email address and contact phone number
• Transcripts and/or proof of current licensure will be required (unofficial are accepted at time of applications). Please upload under "Supporting Documents".

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.  Review of application materials will begin immediately.

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☎️ If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Dianna James, Director of Administrative Services for UAF Community and Technical College, at drjames3@alaska.edu or 907-455-2863.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This position is represented by United Academics (UNAC). https://unitedacademicsak.org/

This position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

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The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

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