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Department Overview

To be considered for this position, please submit the following documents:

Your cover letter that includes:
- How you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
- How you meet any of the preferred qualifications for this position.
- A general statement describing your teaching and research interests, and how they match with OHSU.
A statement that addresses your understanding, contributions, and aspirations regarding Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and how you would support OHSU’s diverse students and surrounding community populations. This statement should also address your perspective on learning about and building trauma-informed relationships with faculty, staff, and students. What would help you feel that you belong and are supported?

OHSU has three missions: healing, teaching, and discovery. In the School of Nursing, these focus to optimize health, prepare nurse leaders, and transform health care. Infusing these is a fourth: to become a trauma-informed and truly anti-racist institution. The School of Nursing has made the same commitment. We, along with all of OHSU, are striving to become a place where every member can be safe, be at their best, and do their best work. With support from OHSU leadership and the Center for Diversity and Inclusion and using a trauma-informed approach, we are transforming our culture, policies, admissions, hiring, and more.

The Faculty in Residence (FIR) collaborates with the Street Nursing Team to as a direct access point to care and holistic nursing care services to the unhoused community. Using harm reduction and trauma-informed approaches, this person works alongside students to provide outreach, assessments, support care coordination, and telehealth. Additionally, this person provides instruction to students on the complexities of homelessness and effective evidence-based approaches to help improve the health of the population. The FIR develops relationships, establishes, and sustains community networks, and is dedicated to co-creating opportunities for improved community and population health with formal and informal community leaders and residents.

This position reports to (supervisor): Heather Voss

Function/Duties of Position

Liaison between Academia and Community: Supports students in clinical learning activities consistent with course curricula, objectives, and client goals.

Builds relationships through on-going face-to-face interactions with PEH, community agencies, healthcare providers, and formal/informal community leaders.

Engages in community activities that demonstrate OHSU’s commitment to “giving back” or “paying it forward” through education and trainings.

Collaborates with partners to provide continuity of client care throughout the year, including during times when school is not in session.

Promotes student safety.

Supervise undergraduate and graduate students during experiential learning activities using the street classroom approach.

Implement clinical curriculum for undergraduate nursing students in alignment with the OHSU SoN undergraduate nursing education competencies for care of PEH:

Provide respectful, compassionate, person-centered care for people experiencing homelessness (PEH).

Evaluate clients for social determinants of health needs, including housing status and related aspects of safety, access to food, social support and other relevant domains.

Collaborate with client and appropriate Interprofessional community members to optimize health in PEH.

Advocate for improved health for PEH.

Collaborate with students, clinical faculty and community partners to identify, develop and when mutually feasible, sustain population health and leadership projects. Health projects are supported by nursing coursework in N410, N412 and potentially N424/N425.

Provide client care that focuses on Health Equity, Social Determinants of Health, Harm Reduction, Trauma and Violence Care, and Client-Centered Care to improve health and wellness of individuals within a community.

Supervises and facilitates students’ provision of client care.

Participate in grant team

Collaborates with the grant team and partners to implement grant activities and achieve grant goals.

Collaborate with Project Manager and partners to disseminate grant-related scholarship/research.

Other Activities: The appointee provides services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university’s missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Instructor: MSN or equivalent
Assistant Professor: MSN/DNP or equivalent

Registrations, Certifications and/or Licenses: (Current licensure & certifications could be required depending on position and academic program.)

Oregon RN license
BLS
Other: Board Certified PMHNP

Experience: (Experience dependent on academic program type and rank of position.)

3 years of clinical practice experience required;☒ Teaching experience at the BSN level preferred

Preferred Qualifications

Interest and experience with teaching and advising students.
Has knowledge and experience with local community.
Knowledge experience and passion with caring for PEH.
APRN supervising PMHNP students will be Board-certified.

Additional Details

Creating an inclusive community doesn’t just happen and cannot be achieved by a single department or individual. It is a transformation that occurs only when each of us embraces diversity and leads by example. Candidates that value OHSU’s commitment to building an anti-racist workplace are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are seeking the best candidate for the position, and we understand that qualified candidates come from a range of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and pathways to competency. We encourage you to apply if you feel you can perform the essential responsibilities of the position even if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum qualifications described or are unsure if your experience could be considered related experience.

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All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

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What You Should Know About Instructor, Oregon Health & Science University

Are you passionate about teaching and nursing? Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) is looking for an enthusiastic Instructor to join our dynamic team in Ashland. In this role, you will have the opportunity to directly impact the lives of students while contributing to the health of underrepresented communities. As an Instructor, you will work hand-in-hand with our Faculty in Residence (FIR) and the Street Nursing Team to provide holistic nursing care to those experiencing homelessness. You will create and implement innovative curricula while supervising students during their practical learning experiences in unique 'street classroom' settings. Your engagement with the local community will be vital as you build lasting relationships and collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure compassionate care for people experiencing homelessness. Your commitment to justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging will influence your teaching philosophy, ensuring that every student feels supported and valued. With OHSU's strong mission of healing, teaching, and discovery, you will also have the chance to contribute to groundbreaking health projects that focus on health equity and social determinants of health. This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a transformative movement in nursing education. If you’re ready to embark on this fulfilling journey at OHSU, consider applying today!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Instructor Role at Oregon Health & Science University

What qualifications do I need to become an Instructor at OHSU?

To become an Instructor at OHSU, you are required to have a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or an equivalent degree. Additionally, you will need to hold a current Oregon RN license and possess certifications like Basic Life Support (BLS). While three years of clinical practice experience is necessary, having teaching experience at the BSN level is preferred.