CHAIRPERSON, ADULT HEALTH AND GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING RUSH UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF NURSING Chicago, IL

Rush University College of Nursing is pleased to accept applications for the newly created position of Chairperson of the Department of Adult Health and Gerontological Nursing with a specific focus on adult and older adult health, and chronic care management. With 4 graduate programs, 2 of which are nationally ranked in the top 10, the Department of Adult Health and Gerontological Nursing is positioned as a model of innovation and collaboration. Faculty provide national leadership in their specialties and are committed to creating education, research and practice models that improve care of adults as they age. Rush is a nationally recognized leader in nursing education, research, and practice and offers educational programs from prelicensure through the DNP and PhD.

The Department is committed to excellence in interdisciplinary adult and geriatric nursing education, research, and practice and the preparation of adult and geriatric nursing faculty, researchers, and practitioners who are prepared to meet the health care needs of racially and ethnically diverse populations. Located in the heart of Chicago, Rush University College of Nursing is integral to the mission of Rush University Medical center, one of the nation’s leading academic health care facilities.

The Department Chairperson is responsible for mentoring faculty toward excellence in education, research and clinical scholarship. The Chairperson is expected to champion the College vision of developing a diverse student body and faculty to meet health care needs in the 21^st century. We welcome applications from leaders in adult health and gerontology who have a research doctorate, a strong record of scholarship and mentorship, have a sustained program of research or scholarship, and are able to meet rank criteria for Professor.

Interested applicants should send or email their CV and cover letter by June 1, 2008 describing their qualifications for this position to:

Arlene M. Sperhac PhD, RN, FAAN
Chairperson, Search Committee
Rush University College of Nursing
600 South Paulina, Suite 1080
Chicago, Illinois 60612
Tel: (312) 942-6276
Fax: (312) 942-2549
E-Mail: Arlene_M_Sperhac@rush.edu

Visit our Web Site at http://www.rushu.rush.edu/nursing/

Rush University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to a diverse faculty and encourages application from minorities and individuals with disabilities.