What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Hiring Pool – Nursing – ENP Clinical Faculty position at The Board of Trustees for the University of Northern Colorado?
POSITION TITLE: Adjunct Hiring Pool – Nursing – ENP Clinical Faculty Department: Nursing BENEFITS: UNC’s Career Hub |
This is an open pool posting and applicants will be contacted only if a suitable position becomes available. Pool may be used to fill vacancies for the Fall 2025 - Summer 2026.
This pool expires 05/31/2026. Applicants wishing to remain in this pool past 05/31/2026, must reapply at that time.
Position Summary:
The UNC School of Nursing invites applications for part-time clinical faculty positions to teach in our graduate Emergency Nurse Practitioner program. Part-time, nurse practitioner clinical faculty primarily teach on-campus in clinical skills laboratories/simulations and conduct site visits for specialty rotations. Depending on interest and expertise, opportunities for classroom teaching may be available. These positions are filled semester by semester based on the needs of the program. The positions are highly flexible, depending on the interest and experience of the applicant.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Nursing or other professional clinical degree (MD, DO, PA, etc.)
- Two years clinical experience
- Unencumbered CO RN/APRN or other professional clinical CO license
- Completion of Urine Drug Screening
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctoral Degree in Nursing
For questions about the application process or position, contact the School of Nursing Director – Melissa Henry at: melissa.henry@unco.edu.
About the Department:
The School of Nursing offers degrees at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Our undergraduate programs include a traditional and second bachelor’s BSN program and a fully online RN-BSN completion program. At the graduate level, we offer a fully online master’s degree in leadership, quality and safety and advanced practice clinical programs including a doctorate in nursing practice (FNP and post-Master’s APRN options). We also offer post-master’s certificates in nursing education, family nurse practitioner, and emergency nurse practitioner. Our unique PhD in nursing education rounds out our portfolio of programs with a focus on the science of nursing and teaching practices.
School of nursing faculty members
are active in teaching, service, and research in the spirit of the
student-centered Teacher/Scholar Model, prioritizing a student-centered, evidence-based
approach to innovative teaching and learning in all programs. The faculty is
committed to strong collaborations with campus and community-based partners to
enrich the learning opportunities for all students and meet the healthcare
needs of the region.
Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.
About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and
continues to be a transformational force for our students. According to CollegeNet’s Social Mobility Index, UNC ranked #1 in social mobility (2022). UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub,to
learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!
EEO Statement
The University of Northern Colorado offers an educational and working
environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the UNC
community. In accordance with federal and state law, UNC prohibits unlawful
discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, national origin,
religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic
information, and/or veteran status. UNC also prohibits discrimination based on
gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose
a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for,
assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to
discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally protected expression will not be
considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the
responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure UNC’s
compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Northern Colorado is committed
to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you
require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing
or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct
your inquiries to 970-351-2718 or human.resources@unco.edu.
Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has
been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.
This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.
Clery Act
In compliance with the Clery Act, the most recent University of Northern Colorado Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online. A paper copy can be requested at the UNC Police Department. This report contains crime statistics and policy statements related to safety, conduct processes and Title IX investigations.
