Position Type: Faculty appointment in the College of Nursing and a concurrent appointment as a CRNA at University of Iowa Health Care. Faculty track and rank will be determined based on the selected candidate’s education and experience and in accordance with College of Nursing criteria.

Percent of Effort: 50-100% Faculty Position with a separate clinical CRNA appointment at University of Iowa Health Care.

Rank and responsibilities: Will be aligned with each candidate’s educational background and expertise.

Location: This position requires in-person academic responsibilities at the University of Iowa College of Nursing and clinical practice at University of Iowa Health Care in Iowa City, Iowa.

The University of Iowa College of Nursing is currently accepting applications for a faculty position in the Doctor of Nursing Practice Nurse Anesthesia Program. We are seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) who is an accomplished nurse anesthesia educator and practitioner, committed to excellence in anesthesia practice, graduate nursing education, student development, and the preparation of remarkable future CRNAs.

About the Anesthesia Nursing Program

The Iowa DNP Anesthesia Nursing Program prepares registered nurses to become remarkable CRNAs through strong didactic preparation, extensive clinical experiences, and a mastery learning approach. The curriculum is designed to provide BSN prepared registered nurses with graduate-level education and clinical experience leading to a DNP degree with a specialization in nurse anesthesia and eligibility to sit for the NBCRNA National Certification Exam.  The faculty position is expected to be coordinated with a separate clinical CRNA appointment at the University of Iowa Health Care, allowing the successful candidate to maintain contemporary clinical practice.

Responsibilities:

Teaching:

• Teach and contribute to graduate-level courses within the DNP Nurse Anesthesia Program based on program needs and the faculty member’s clinical expertise.


• Develop and deliver clinically relevant instruction in classroom and simulation settings using evidence-based effective teaching strategies.


• Advise and mentor nurse anesthesia students throughout the program, including mentoring DNP projects.


• Assess student learning and provide timely, constructive feedback that supports clinical reasoning, professional development, and achievement of program outcomes.


• Contribute to the development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the nurse anesthesia curriculum.


• Provide clinical coverage for CRNA guest lecturers as needed to facilitate their participation in didactic instruction.


• Assist with coordinating clinical courses and student evaluation processes.


• Assist with developing and communicating nurse anesthesia student didactic and clinical schedules, as assigned.

Program Accreditation

• Monitor student case data and clinical experiences to support progression and compliance with Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs requirements.


• Contribute to curriculum and assessment activities necessary to meet or exceed Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs standards.


• Contribute to ongoing program evaluation and compliance with University of Iowa, College of Nursing, and University of Iowa Health Care requirements and policies.


• Participate in preparing accreditation reports and materials and accreditation reviews and site visits.


• Represent the Nurse Anesthesia Program through participation in state and national professional organizations and meetings.

Service

• Participate in College of Nursing faculty governance through faculty meetings, committee service, and other shared responsibilities.


• Assume additional program responsibilities consistent with the faculty member’s expertise, assigned role, and program needs.

Additional Information:

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation, including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment, and provide a related release. Final candidates will be subject to criminal background and credential checks. 

If your H-1B petition is subject to the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation, please note that the department will not cover the $100,000 payment associated with H-1B sponsorship, either at the time of hire or for international travel purposes. We encourage impacted individuals to explore alternative pathways for work authorization. The Immigration Services office is available to help identify options that may be suitable for your situation.

• Graduate of an accredited college/school of nursing and an accredited nurse anesthesia educational program, with an earned terminal doctoral degree (research or practice doctorate) from an accredited institution of higher education

• Current certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) by the NBCRNA.


• Experience teaching, precepting, mentoring, or supporting learners in clinical, academic, simulation, or professional settings.


• Evidence of contemporary clinical knowledge and proficiency in nurse anesthesia practice.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and interpersonal skills; demonstrated by the ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information and needs through appropriate communication methods and behaviors to provide excellent customer service and maintain working relationships.


• Demonstrated ability to work collegially, contribute to shared responsibilities, and collaborate with academic and clinical partners.


• Eligible to obtain and maintain all licensure, advanced practice authorization, credentialing, and clinical privileges required to practice as a CRNA in the State of Iowa and at University of Iowa Health Care.

• Experience teaching or working in a higher education or academic health care environment.


• Experience in curriculum development, revision, or evaluation.


• Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and vision in program development and evaluation.


• Demonstrated responsibility and accountability for educating nurse anesthesia students.


• Established record of excellence in teaching, mentoring, and advising students.


• Experience mentoring evidence-based practice, quality improvement, research, or DNP scholarly projects.


• Experience with simulation-based education, competency assessment, or innovative teaching strategies