Department of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences

St. George’s University is a small international university located in the English-speaking Caribbean island nation of Grenada.  The school boasts a new, rapidly developing and expanding campus, designed to meet the needs of modern innovative instructional technologies used in a learning environment which includes small group and clinical skills teaching facilities, all located in a pleasant tropical setting.  The university includes internationally recognized Schools of Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Arts and Sciences, and a Graduate Studies Program.

The student body is internationally and culturally diverse, with over 70% of the medical students holding U.S citizenship.  St. George’s University affords a unique opportunity to work within a stimulating and rewarding multicultural environment, alongside a dedicated faculty and enthusiastic student body.  Grenada is a developing country which offers a warm and friendly welcome, comfortable lifestyle, and ample outdoor recreational opportunities. 

The new Nursing Program in the Department of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences, is housed within the School of Medicine. The Nursing Program features technologically advanced classrooms, simulation and learning laboratories which offers a combination of traditional  coupled  with innovative curriculum that is designed to meet the needs of today’s  Nursing students.  Students have the opportunity to practice skills in a wide array of institutional and community settings, including the University’s campus health clinic plus several Grenadian community-based clinics and local hospitals.  A final nursing internship may be conducted in a regional hospital, with a view toward developing sites in the USA.  We have a progressive curriculum, outstanding faculty, and anticipate high NCLEX-RN pass rates.

Position Description

The University is seeking to recruit two members of faculty in the Department of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences.  This is a full time appointment based in Grenada.  The main responsibility of these roles is to provide high quality team-teaching and evaluation to Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) and Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) students in classroom and clinical settings.  Candidates are expected to have a positive commitment to teaching and small group learning, with the ability to integrate basic sciences concepts with nursing in a case-based format.  Suitable candidates will be personable, culturally competent and used to working in teams comprised of international colleagues and students. 

  • The First position is for a person with a strong background in Medical/Surgical Nursing to anchor the Foundations of Nursing Practice course and contribute to clinical teaching.
  • The Second position is for a person with excellent clinical skills to teach the Health Assessment course, contribute to clinical teaching, and oversee all hospital-based preceptors.

In addition, responsibilities include scholarship within the discipline, service on committees, and participation in official activities of the Program, Department and University. The position is a full-time, 12-month appointment with nearly two months of paid vacation.  The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Requirements

Applicants should possess a Bachelor of Nursing Degree BSN), a Masters or Doctoral degree in Nursing or similar health education or management, plus a minimum of five years of demonstrated teaching experience in a basic nursing curriculum or other related health care discipline.  A current State or Provincial Registered Nurse license is required.

The ideal candidate will have commitment to teaching, scholarship, and service that is consistent with the Department’s priorities and the mission of the University. This includes a commitment to recruiting, advising, retaining, and mentoring qualified students.

Applicants should have strong nursing science knowledge, expertise in case-based teaching, skill in using clinical simulation, and experience in evaluating students by means of course learning objectives.

Candidates must demonstrate technological literacy and a commitment to integrate technology in teaching and scholarship.  Experience in online instruction and development would be an asset.

Preference will be given to applicants who are American Heart Association Instructors (BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP) or have experience in seeking accreditation of programs.

Positions may be filled at the level of Instructor, Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor.
The level of appointment and salary will be dependent on the successful candidate’s training and experience.  International candidates with good English fluency will be considered.  Salary (in US$) will be commensurate with experience and in line with those of American Universities.
                          
Applications

On line applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interviews will be conducted as appropriate candidates are identified. Position start date is no later that January 1st 2010.  Screening of applications begins in January 2009, and continues until the positions are filled.  

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references who are familiar with the candidate’s clinical or teaching experience and two personal references.  Other documentation may be requested.

To submit an application click Application Form

Closing Date: Until position is filled

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