Health System. 1 The Nurse Anesthetist Program is jointly administered by the Department of Nursing and the Northshore

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1 An Invitation to Apply: DePaul University Chair of the Department of Nursing leading the way to higher educational standards for professional and advanced practice nursing THE SEARCH DePaul University is seeking applicants for the position of Chair of the Department of Nursing. Programs include Master s Entry to Practice, Bachelor of Science Degree Completion Program, Post-Master s Degree Certificate, Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Anesthetist 1 Programs. Located in Chicago, DePaul is the nation s largest Catholic university, noted for its diverse student body and commitment to community engagement. The Department of Nursing is within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The Chair represents the Department of Nursing within the University, as well as regionally, nationally and internationally. Interdisciplinary collaboration within the University and commitment to mentoring faculty in teaching and scholarship is a priority. The Chair leads the Department in fostering a positive and productive work environment that promotes excellence in teaching, research, scholarship, service and advising. Additional responsibilities include: working with national professional educational accreditation organizations and collaborating with the University Office of Development and the Office of Sponsored Programs and Research to secure external support. The Chair reports directly to the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Charles Suchar, PhD. The College is committed to recruiting a diverse faculty to complement the diversity of its student body and the City of Chicago. Applications from women, people of color, and other under-represented groups are particularly encouraged. Applications are also sought 1 The Nurse Anesthetist Program is jointly administered by the Department of Nursing and the Northshore Health System. 1

2 from candidates with scholarly and teaching interests that extend beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries. Salary is competitive and academic rank is commensurate with experience and qualifications. QUALIFICATIONS Candidates must have: A demonstrated leadership record with academic administrative experience, particularly in graduate level nursing education A demonstrated record of scholarship with a current research agenda An earned doctorate from an accredited university with a graduate degree in nursing; an active RN license and eligibility for such licensure in Illinois Eligibility for tenured appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor Demonstrated experience in mentoring faculty and facilitating nursing scholarship/research RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION The Chair represents the Department of Nursing within the College and the University, as well as regionally, nationally and internationally. Responsibilities include: Interdisciplinary collaboration within the University Mentoring faculty in teaching and scholarship to achieve their goals Leading the department in fostering a positive and productive work environment that promotes excellence in teaching, research, scholarship, service, and advising. Working with national professional educational accreditation organizations Collaborating with the University Office of Development and Office of Sponsored Programs and Research to secure external support Day-to-day management of the Department s administration, academic programs, financial management, personnel management and scholarship/research Working collaboratively with faculty, other Chairs, persons with administrative responsibilities throughout the University and community members and leaders Interpreting trends in nursing, nursing education and health care to University constituents Expanding and developing the Department s reputation for excellence Fostering the development and maintenance of educational programs of high quality and professional relevance that are supportive of the mission and goals of the University Maintaining cooperative working relationships with collaborating departments outside of the Department of Nursing 2

3 Joining with the faculty to represent the Department on appropriate University and community committees Joining with the faculty to represent nursing, nursing education and the Department to individuals and groups within the University, the professional community and the community-at-large Fostering collaborative relationships with appropriate community institutions existing and new -- that support state of the art clinical and professional education, service and scholarship/research CHARACTERISTICS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for this position will personify the mission and core values of DePaul University and the mission and philosophy set forth by the Department of Nursing. While it is realized that no candidate will exhibit all desired qualities, the ideal candidate will possess the following, in addition to meeting the qualifications and responsibilities stated above: Engaged leader who embodies and promotes a clear sense of shared vision for the Department and the profession that fits with the College and the University Respectful decision-maker who employs a non-confrontational style, builds consensus and promotes dialog Understands health care trends and cutting edge ideas for meeting present and future academic nursing needs Willing to engage in evolving the Department toward becoming a School of Nursing within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, including helping build institutional support for that transition Record of scholarship and experience in helping faculty advance their scholarship Well-developed interpersonal and social abilities that include listening and selfreflection Demonstrated experience in leading existing programs to increased census and growth, as well as new program development Ability to be collaborative, visible and advocate for nursing at all levels within the University and externally Ability to assist with University-level development / advancement / fundraising activities 3

4 TO APPLY: The Search Committee for the Chair of the Department of Nursing will review applications beginning immediately, and will continue to do so until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae. The letter should describe administrative and educational philosophy, along with a vision statement for nursing by , in strict confidence to: Sharon M. Flynn Hollander or Dr. Clifford R. Hollander The Hollander Group Info@thehollandergroup.net DePaul University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF NURSING Mission The mission of the Department of Nursing is the preservation, enrichment and transmission of nursing science as a discipline and its application to promote the health and well being of individuals, families, and communities. The faculty pursues this mission through excellence in teaching as the primary focus of scholarship; research that has the potential to advance nursing knowledge, scientific inquiry, teaching and health; and academic nursing practice that serves vulnerable populations. The Department maintains a commitment to serving persons with diverse cultures, talents, qualities, interests, and socio-economic backgrounds in its educational programs and professional practice. It seeks to provide accessible, inquiry-based education that anticipates the rapid pace of change in health promotion and illness care. History The Department of Nursing was founded in 1947 as a RN-BS completion program for registered nurses. The Department expanded to include a graduate program in 1953 and an undergraduate generic program in Academic Programs Bachelor of Science Degree Completion Program This program is offered to registered nurses seeking to complete their Bachelor s degree in nursing. Students may complete liberal studies requirements within a traditional College of Liberal Arts & Sciences or a competency-based (School for New Learning) curriculum. 4

5 Master of Science Degree Program This program is for nurses with a bachelor s degree seeking graduate-level preparation in nurse educator/scholar and nurse administrator specialties. Master of Science Degree Program in Advanced Practice Nursing This program is for registered nurses with the minimum of a Bachelor s degree in nursing seeking specialty education in advanced practice nursing. This degree is broadly defined to include nurse anesthetist, nurse practitioner and clinical specialist in population-based practice. Program areas in direct care include: adult nursing, family nursing, pediatric nursing, medical surgical nursing, community health nursing and nurse anesthesia. Post-Master s Degree Certificates Post-Master s degree certificates are offered in advanced practice nursing to registered nurses with the minimum of a Master s degree in nursing seeking specialty education in advanced practice nursing. Master s Entry into Nursing Practice Program Admission requirements include one year of biology courses (designed for science majors) and one year of chemistry (including organic and inorganic chemistry with lab). Additional admission requirements include statistics and a broad background in the liberal arts and sciences. Anatomy, physiology and microbiology courses are recommended for admission but not required as content is also integrated throughout the program. Students complete basic and advanced nursing courses in nursing science, nursing research, health and nutrition, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health assessment along with clinical rotations in adult nursing, child nursing, maternal-infant nursing, mental health nursing and community health. Students also complete the graduate nursing core of nursing theory, nursing research, ethics, health policy, epidemiology, and health care systems design/management. The program includes development of competencies for the professional nurse as provider of care, communicator, teacher, manager, leader, and researcher as well as competencies in health assessment, health systems design and management. Students enter the program with a wide range of educational experiences in the sciences, arts and humanities. Faculty Profile DePaul Department of Nursing faculty number 13 FTEs, who focus on the triad missions of teaching, scholarship and service. Student Profile Student enrollments in DePaul Department of Nursing programs number: Program Number Bachelor of Science Degree Completion 3 Master of Science 2 Master of Science Degree Program in Advanced Practice Nursing 18 Nurse Anesthetist 50 Master s Entry into Nursing Practice 126 5

6 Accreditation Undergraduate and graduate programs in the DePaul University Department of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) through The Department of Nursing has had continuous accreditation of its programs since The Nurse Anesthesia Graduate Program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs. The Master s Entry into Nursing Practice Program is accredited by the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Board of Nursing ABOUT DEPAUL UNIVERSITY DePaul University was founded by the Congregation of the Mission (Vincentians) in In the spirit of St. Vincent de Paul, DePaul's mission is grounded in values of personalism, holistic education and the commitment to creating opportunities for the disadvantaged and disenfranchised in society. DePaul University is the largest Catholic university in the nation, 8th largest private not-for-profit universities in the nation and the largest private educational institution in Chicago. The University prides itself on its mission and primary focus on teaching. DePaul students reflect a broad diversity of ethnic, religious, geographic and socio-economic backgrounds. Historically, the University has stepped outside tradition and beyond conservative approaches, consistently demonstrating a progressive and entrepreneurial spirit. Comprising seven campuses and nine colleges and schools, total University enrollment numbers around 24,000. The Department of Nursing is located in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences on the Lincoln Park campus. ABOUT CHICAGO With its countless resources, Chicago is an integral part of the educational experience at DePaul. The third largest city in the U.S., Chicago has over 150 years of unique history, and is a city of world-class architecture, unsurpassed beauty, and a city with enormous pride. The city offers a never-ending list of fairs, concerts, tours and outdoor activities in Chicago's many parks and on Lake Michigan. Chicago is home to world-class museums, theatre, music and festivals, not to mention wonderful restaurants. The term "jazz" was coined in Chicago and the city is still the blues capital of the world. Chicago is home to some of the most vibrant ethnic communities in America. Each of the city's more than 60 communities is centered in dynamic neighborhoods where residents share their cultural heritage, foods, art and philosophy. Some favorites include Greektown, Chinatown, Ukrainian Village and Little Italy. 6

7 Chicago is also one of only three cities in the country with six professional teams: Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Chicago Fire, Cubs and White Sox. Chicago has been hailed as the architecture capital of the United States. The Wrigley Building's landmark clock tower is patterned after the Giralda Tower in Spain. 7

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