Job Opening 50869 (2 positions)

The University of Missouri’s Sinclair School of Nursing (SSON) has a new opportunity to serve and support rural Missouri by opening a nurse-led health care clinic in collaboration with MU Healthcare in Holts Summit, Missouri. We are seeking two Nurse Practitioners who are passionate about providing primary care while also embracing the invaluable role of enhancing the student experience of our future nurses. In addition to expanding healthcare access to Holts Summit and the surrounding communities, our APRNs are part of the SSON’s committed and high-performing team that embraces the philosophy of providing an inclusive environment where our students, staff, faculty, patients, and visitors can feel welcome.

Responsibilities include the following:

• Provide excellent primary care to patients. 
• Work independently and in collaboration with other health care professionals to provide care in the outpatient setting. 
• Communicate with team members about changes in patients’ clinical conditions, results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology.
• Respond quickly and accurately to changes in conditions. 
• Work independently and in collaboration with health care professionals to provide care in the outpatient setting. 
• Perform treatments and interventions; conduct teaching and counseling of patients and families; and facilitate clinical research.
• Serve as a clinical preceptor for students.

Qualifications

Master’s degree is required.

Required Licensure or Certification:

• Graduation from an accredited nurse practitioner program by start of appointment.
• May possess a specialty certificate by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB), the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN), the Pediatric Certification Nursing Board (PCNB), and the National Certification Corporation (NCC).
• Licensure as a registered professional nurse in the State of Missouri and must be granted “Document of Recognition” as a certified nurse practitioner from the Missouri State Board of Nursing.
• Two years’ experience in wound care.

Candidates will be evaluated on:

• Experience in Wound Management / Surgery / Primary Care / Infectious Disease / Diabetes is desired.
• Certification or qualification to become certified as a Wound Care Nurse-Advanced Practice (CWCN-AP).

Application Materials

Online application, Cover Letter, CV

Other Information

Please note that all selected candidates must pass a background check, drug screening, and meet health requirements, with any job offer contingent on the results.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement.  This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-7976.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

Job ID: 52218

Location: Kansas City area

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job Description

The University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing in Columbia, MO invites applications for a professional Clinical Instructor position. The primary role is performing Infection Control Assessment and Response (ICAR) assessments with long-term care (LTC) facilities, discussing quality improvement practices, specifically infection control policies, procedures, and processes using a tool similar to the CDC Infection Prevention and Control Assessment Tool for Nursing Homes Preparing for COVID- 19 with facility administrative and nursing staff. Some of this assistance will be provided by phone or a virtual format such as Zoom.

This position predominately serves Kansas City/north/northwest side of the state of MO – living in the region is preferred. As the current pandemic situation is ever-changing, some travel for on-site nursing home visits may be required, including overnight travel as necessary.

The clinical instructor needs a working knowledge of quality improvement practices along with a working knowledge of infection control practices for nursing homes. An ability to maintain confidentiality while working with individual facilities is vital. The selected applicant will be required to complete the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training course.

The clinical instructor must be able to work collaboratively with the existing MU QIPMO Clinical and Leadership Coaching, and ICAR team. It is also imperative to have an ability to establish collaborative working relationships with the staff of the MODHSS and carry out the required work in collaboration with the MODHSS and to develop collaborative relationships with the staff of MO’s nursing home associations and other state agencies that provide services to LTC facilities.

Clinical instructors are required to complete timely entries into a database of all facility contacts (on-site visits, phone calls, e-mails, virtual visits, etc.)

Qualifications

Three-five years of experience as a nursing home administrator or nurse in long-term care; a bachelor’s degree in nursing, healthcare administration, business, or health professions; a bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, health professions, nursing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.

Candidate will be evaluated on:

The ability to enter text via computer technology for purposes of timely data entry; working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; ability to communicate via Zoom or other virtual platforms.

Other Information

This is a temporary, grant-funded position with an expected end date of July 31, 2025. The general schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Some overnight travel may be necessary.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.  

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement.  This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

Job ID: 51842

Location: Columbia

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

The Sinclair School of Nursing’s Director of Engagement and Strategic Relationships supports and provides leadership in the areas of outreach and engagement, relationship and partnership management, programming and event coordination, strategic planning, student to post-graduate alumni connection, philanthropy, and all related coordination and administration. Priorities include maximizing the interaction value each alumnus has with the school and the university, and to serve as a lead and/or partner in developing and maintaining strong and strategic relationships with nursing school graduates, students, friends, and other constituents. The position uses strategic event management and marketing skills to drive success in cultivating relationships; and must develop and deliver presentations as this role is an integral part of the school’s fundraising team.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a key liaison in identifying, building, and facilitating strategic relationships and driving engagement and philanthropic support through the development and implementation of initiatives, events, communication, and representation and participation with constituents, including alumni, donors, students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders.

Participate in or represent the Sinclair School of Nursing at various events, meetings, or other activities as requested by alumni, student, academic units, community, or other constituent groups which could include alumni and volunteer recognition banquets, receptions, homecoming, and reunions. May serve on committees and/or task forces; and promote existing and new programs and/or policies.

Collaborate with the Sinclair School of Nursing’s advancement team on program solicitations, etc. and partner with marketing and communications and other entities as needed, to coordinate annual events, programs, and strategic messaging to increase alumni awareness, engagement, drive philanthropic support for results in revenue and participation with overall goal of building support for the school’s mission and goals.

Champion the responsibility for generating revenue to support alumni programs and projects, in accordance with the university’s fund-raising policies and guidelines. Cultivate and steward relationships with donors to secure financial support for the school’s initiatives. Work closely with central alumni records management staff to ensure alumni data is updated and correct.

Plan and implement alumni, student, and other events to drive strategy for strategic and philanthropic engagement. This may include scheduling speakers; engaging reunion class agents to coordinate class activities; managing nomination and selection processes; coordinating communications and online registration; developing program materials and scripts; and contracting with vendors for event venues, catering, tickets, and awards.

Develop, sustain, and strengthen student-alumni relations through initiatives which focus on establishing and maintaining connections through academic/degree programs, year of graduation, geographic location, sports team, etc. and collaborate with other offices on campus in this work.

Serve as a liaison with associations and advisory boards. Support and facilitate the activities of external advisory boards, including collaborating with key stakeholders, organizing advisory board meetings, and coordinating efforts to enhance the School of Nursing’s strategic direction through external expertise.

Coordinate and implement a strategic plan for assigned areas of alumni and student engagement, which may include assisting in or participating in goal setting, program development, and leadership development. Identify, cultivate, and steward alumni and volunteers. Help current volunteer leadership to identify potential new volunteers and future leadership.

Coordinate and produce reports, proposals, and analyses for management, to include monthly budget to actual reviews of areas of programmatic responsibility, periodic reports to reflect relevant data gathering and analysis, and post-event reports and recommendations. Manage all aspects of donor gratitude and stewardship. Manage endowments, track scholarships, track use of funds and generate reports for donors.

Develop content for a monthly alumni newsletter and coordinates and/or publishes posts with the marketing department for alumni social media and other content channels. Serve to drive a digital strategy for stakeholder engagement, awareness, and philanthropy. Develop and present educational programs for alumni, including lectures, seminars, and workshops.

Shift

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with ability to work evenings and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 4 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills

Project management and/or experience in event planning

Previous experience coordinating and working with volunteers

Ability to establish and maintain relationships with alumni, students, faculty, and staff

Demonstrated effectiveness in supervision and delegation

Salary Range: $60,000 to $75,000. Salary commensurate with experience

Application Materials

Application and cover letter, which should include salary requirements.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for university benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement.  This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

Job Opening 35944

The Sinclair School of Nursing has  the following full-time tenure/tenure track positions open:

• The University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing seeks to expand their research and teaching mission by hiring a talented full-time tenure/tenure track Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. We seek dynamic individuals who will lead or have potential to lead extramurally funded research programs, train doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows, provide academic service on campus and/or professionally, and contribute to one or more of the educational missions in undergraduate or graduate education.  Successful candidates will be expected to develop or possess robust, collaborative, externally-funded research programs.

Job Opening 35944 

The University of Missouri and Sinclair School of Nursing are seeking exceptional faculty to move the university forward in national health and scientific priority areas related to our new NextGen Precision Health Initiative. To accelerate interdisciplinary collaboration, the Verna Adwell Rhodes Endowed Chair in Nursing will include the following research areas: 

• Oncology
• Neuroscience
• Cardiovascular and metabolic disorders
• Aging
• Maternal, infant and child health
• Health Services Research and Informatics
• A successful candidate is a research leader with a passion for interprofessional collaboration and the grit to address our world’s most pressing research challenges.
• Sinclair School of Nursing seeks a dynamic individual who will lead extramurally funded research programs, train doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows, provide academic service on campus and/or professionally, and contribute to one or more of the educational missions in undergraduate or graduate education. 
• Successful candidates will be expected to possess robust, collaborative, externally-funded research programs.