Position Details

Position Information

Position Title CRNA Program Director

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions invites full-time faculty candidates for Founding CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) Program Director. This position has a dual role of teaching and serving as an administrator leading and directing the program, including developing the curriculum, establishing clinical partnerships, achieving initial and ongoing accreditation, and managing the daily operations of the Doctor of Nursing Practice ( DNP ) with a specialization in the Anesthesiology Program. This position works closely with the Dean, Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions.

In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service and professional activities.

Benefits

UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.

Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain program curriculum according to the CRNA and CCNE standards.
• Develop and operationalize a clinical anesthesiology curriculum that provides enrolled students with required and unrestricted experiences in the perioperative process.
• Organize an appropriate program governance and committee structure that facilitates effective communication and participation.
• Identify and maintain required professional accreditations.
• In collaboration with the Dean, Associate Deans, and other Directors, participate in strategic, institutional, financial, resource, and service planning for the program and School.
• Participate in the development of and ensure compliance with policies and procedures that are consistent with the overall mission of the program and in compliance with accreditation standards and other regulatory agencies.
• Oversee recruitment and enrollment of students who by academic and experiential achievement are of the quality appropriate for the profession and may benefit from their education.
• Promote instructor development and contribute to annual faculty evaluations within the program.
• Lead the program’s systematic plan of assessment, including the use of evaluation data from students, faculty, alumni, employers of graduates, and outcome measures of academic quality.
• Oversee management of accurate records of the program’s educational activities.
• Engage in clinical practice to maintain professional skills and serve as a model/resource for faculty and students.
• Create program environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
• Teach courses consistent with the needs of the department.
• Participate in curriculum development.
• Advise students and provide individual help to students during weekly office hours.
• Perform regular scholarly research and publication.
• Provide service to the department, college, university, community, and profession.
• Comply with UIW Faculty Handbook processes and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of certified registered nurse anesthetists ( CRNA ) practice and professional issues.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective instructional delivery.
• Proficiency in the use of instructional technology.
• Ability to actively engage students in the learning process.
• Ability to conduct respectful relationships with students both in and outside the classroom.
• Ability to work collegially and productively within the university community.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .
  
  

Required Education

• Practice Doctorate in Nursing ( DNP or DNAP ) from an accredited institution of higher education.
• PhD in Nursing from an accredited institution of higher education.
  
  

Required Work Experience

• Five (5) years of full-time equivalent CRNA clinical experience.
• Three (3) years of CRNA teaching and leadership experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with program and curriculum development.

Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations

• Current certification/recertification by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists ( NBCRNA ).
• Current unencumbered license or privilege to practice as a registered professional nurse (RN) and/or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse ( APRN ) in the State of Texas or ability to obtain by assignment start date.
  
  

Work Hours

Typically Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm with extended hours as needed, to include occasional work on the weekend, based on departmental needs to meet departmental goals.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number UN900PO

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Type Full Time

Job Category Faculty

Desired Start Date 04/16/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

Reports to Dean, Ila Faye School of Nursing & Health Professions

Salary Commensurate with Experience

Open Date 03/19/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please upload a copy of your transcripts reflecting receipt of your terminal degree.

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Title IX

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.