Assistant Professor and Assistant Director, Nurse Anesthesia Program, (Non-Tenure Track)

Position Details Position Overview Position Title Assistant Professor and Assistant Director, Nurse Anesthesia Program, (Non-Tenure Track) Department 281400 - MS Nursing Appointment Term Non-Tenure Track Position Classification Full-Time, 9 months (Faculty) Grant/Gift Funded (all or a portion)? No If Temporary or Grant Funded, Start Date and End Date Position Description/Posting Details Posting Number

FA206PST

Position Summary The Doctor of Nursing Practice (Post-BSN to DNP) Nurse Anesthesia program in the School of Nursing and Health Sciences at La Salle University invites applicants to apply for a 9-month, non-tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor who will service as the Assistant Director of the program and teach at the graduate level in the post-BSN to DNP Nurse Anesthesia Program and across other graduate level nursing courses as assigned. The Assistant Director will support the Director and the organizational administration of the post- BSN to DNP program by participating in leadership and oversight within all aspects of the program including governance, didactic and clinical curriculum, recruitment, and evaluation. This is a 9-month faculty appointment accompanied by a 12-month secondary administrative appointment as Assistant Program Director. The faculty and Assistant Program Director roles are interdependent and must be held concurrently; continuation in each role is contingent upon service in the other. While the faculty appointment is for the academic year, the successful candidate is expected to teach in the summer term as assigned to support program needs. Summer teaching assignments, workload, and any associated compensation are determined by the University based on programmatic needs, applicable University policies, and compensation guidelines. Under current University practice, summer teaching is compensated separately; however, such assignments and compensation are not guaranteed from year to year. Essential Duties Assist with leadership and direction for the post-BSN to DNP Nurse Anesthesia Program ensuring compliance with COA and CCNE accreditation standards. Assume role of the Program Director in the Program Director's absence. Assist with the preparation of internal and external regulatory and accreditation reports, in addition to the Program Annual Report, in collaboration with the Program Director, Dean of the School of Nursing and Health Sciences, and the Director of the DNP Program. Collaborate with the Program Director and Dean of the School of Nursing and Health Sciences to determine faculty workload and to develop and monitor a budget that ensures adequate operating expenses and academic resources. Assist in the development of post-BSN to DNP Nurse Anesthesia curriculum materials within regulatory and professional guidelines. Assist in the preparation of the course roster for each semester in coordination with the Program Director. Participate in the refinement of the post-BSN to DNP Nurse Anesthesia Program including review of course syllabi and student evaluations of courses. Oversee outcome measurements for the post-BSN to DNP Nurse Anesthesia Program in accordance with the Nursing Program Systematic Plan of Program Evaluation. Participate in marketing and recruitment efforts for the Program. Assist in the development and implementation of policies related to admission, progression, sequencing, and remediation of classroom and clinical practice components of the post-BSN to DNP Nurse Anesthesia Program. Participate in recruitment, selection, and enrollment of students. Participate in the monitoring of post-BSN to DNP Nurse Anesthesia student progression through formative and summative evaluation procedures. Assist in the attainment of affiliation agreements/contracts for off-campus clinical sites as well as off-campus clinical coordinators and preceptors. Teach at the graduate level in the post-BSN to DNP Nurse Anesthesia Program and across other graduate level nursing courses as assigned; 24 credits for the academic year, with 6 credit load reduction for administrative role. Aid in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the simulation curriculum. Mentor students completing the DNP Project. Maintain competency within anesthesia practice area. Secondary Responsibilities Teach during the summer term, as assigned to support program needs. Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Five or more years of clinical experience in the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) role. Post-licensure master's or doctoral degree with a Nurse Anesthesia major from a regionally accredited institution and nationally accredited nurse anesthesia program (or equivalent) with graduate preparation in the basic and clinical sciences relevant to nurse anesthesia practice. Demonstrated record of professional and clinical experience, instruction (teaching), curriculum, evaluation development, and scholarship. Knowledge of current CRNA practice and related professional issues. Current knowledge of institutional and programmatic accreditation requirements for nurse anesthesia educational programs. Earned doctorate in nursing or related field from an institution of higher education accredited by an agency officially recognized by the US Secretary of Education to accredit institutions at the time the degree was conferred. A current unencumbered license to practice as a registered professional nurse (RN) and/or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in Pennsylvania. Current CRNA certification by the NBCRNA. Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment. Current BLS, ACLs, and PALs certifications. Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of La Salle University and diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice initiatives. Preferred Qualifications Experience as a faculty member in a nursing education program. Experience with virtual or distance teaching. Experience with simulation in nursing or nurse anesthesia education. Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours The Assistant Program Director position is a year round, 12-month administrative appointment. Additionally, this position will teach during the summer term to support program needs. Weekend or evening work may be required in certain situations. Local travel may be required for clinical site visits, open houses, and events. Special Instructions to Applicant As part of the application you will be required to submit a position-specific cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV), a statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three professional references. La Salle University is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek candidates who will contribute to a positive, inclusive, and supportive community, and who are committed to working collaboratively with students, fostering critical thinking, supporting their success, and helping them realize their full potential. La Salle University offers its eligible employees comprehensive medical and dental plans, employer paid life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, generous paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays), and tuition benefits such as no cost undergraduate and graduate degree programs for its employees (with no wait period) and no cost undergraduate degree programs for its employees' dependents (after completing the required years of service). Posting Information Application Open Date 06/30/2026 Application Close Date 09/30/2026 Application Open To Internal and External Applicants Documents Needed to Apply