Copyright © 2011 by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. All rights reserved.	Welcome to AACN's online resource dedicated to employment opportunities in nursing education. In response to the nation's shortage of nurse educators, we have strengthened this information clearinghouse to help students and faculty locate academic programs that prepare faculty, financial aid opportunities, and faculty development programs. CareerLink now features the most comprehensive list available of vacancies in U.S. nursing colleges and universities.         Job Announcements Read the latest job announcements for positions in nursing education and research.       Education Scholar This comprehensive Web-based program advances teaching skills, professional scholarship, and instructional improvement for educators in the health professions.         Online Portfolio Service Critical Portfolio is an electronic web-based portfolio service designed to track professional development activities. It is an excellent method for maintaining a record of continuing education, employment history, licensure, etc.	Read all about the National Nurse Educator Recruitment Campaign launched Nurses for a Healthier Tomorrow.