Director, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program

Carlow University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Wellness program

Fitness center access

HSA/FSA options

Job summary

Carlow University seeks an experienced leader to serve as Program Director for the PMHNP Program and to teach NP core courses. This full-time, tenure-track, 11-month position is based on the Oakland campus in Pittsburgh, PA, with salary commensurate to education and experience.

The role leads academic and administrative functions, drives accreditation adherence, mentors faculty, and advances scholarly activity within a vibrant Catholic university community.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree required (DNP, PhD, EdD, or equivalent).
• Master's degree in nursing.
• Eligibility for Pennsylvania NP licensure with prescriptive authority.
• National PMHNP certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the PMHNP program as academic/administrative head.
• Oversee accreditation standards and curriculum reviews.
• Recruit, advise, and mentor students and faculty.
• Engage in service, scholarship, and program assessment.

Skills

Academic leadership

Teaching PMHNP

Clinical PMHNP practice

Scholarly activity

Education

Doctoral degree (DNP/PhD/EdD)

Master's degree in nursing

PA State APRN licensure eligibility

PMHNP board certification

Job description

Carlo University is seeking an experienced leader and educator to assume the role of Program Director for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Program and to teach in the Nurse Practitioner (NP) core courses. This is a full-time, tenure-track, 11-month position located on the Oakland campus in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with educational preparation and experience.

Job Summary

The Program Director serves as the academic and administrative leader of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Program, providing oversight for the PMHNP and PMHNP post-master’s certificate offerings. In addition, as a graduate NP faculty member, this role will provide teaching in the Nurse Practitioner core courses. Additional duties of service and scholarship are expected.

Essential Functions

• Work with the Graduate Nursing Chair to set annual program goals and evaluate outcomes.
• Support the maintenance of and adherence to approval/accrediting bodies' standards specific to the Nursing Program, including Middle States, CCNE, and PA SBON requirements.
• Participate in accreditation review processes, which include self-studies and interim reports.
• Contribute to program curriculum reviews.
• Ensure completion of course materials and book orders.
• Support the program in assessment activities, ensuring adherence to NONPF and specialty-specific recommendations.
• Recruit and retain students to meet or exceed established enrollment and achievement goals.
• Advise and mentor enrolled students.
• Develop and mentor program faculty.
• Develop and lead student orientations.
• Address student concerns.
• Conduct grade appeals.
• Work collaboratively with the other graduate program directors and faculty to ensure the delivery of a comprehensive and current curriculum.
• Address allegations focusing on academic integrity.
• Consult with the Department Chair regarding the program supply budget to ensure program funds are spent as needed.
• Function as a change agent and leader to create the preferred future for nursing education and practice and enhance the visibility of nursing and its contributions to the academic community.
• Pursue continuous quality improvement through ongoing commitment to developing and maintaining role competence.
• Engage in scholarship as defined by the Boyer Model.
• Participate in service to the University, profession, and community.
• Support the work of the Department Chair and NP Program Directors.
• Perform other duties mutually agreed upon with the Program Director, to whom you will report.

Other Non-Essential Functions

• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Level Required

All candidates must have:

• A doctorate (DNP, PhD, EdD, or another related degree).
• A master's degree in nursing.
• Eligibility for Pennsylvania State Professional Nurse licensure as a certified registered nurse practitioner.
• Prescriptive authority.
• National certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).

Minimum Related Experience Required

• Three years of academic or related leadership experience.
• Three years of teaching experience in a PMHNP program or related experience.
• A minimum of five years of clinical experience in the NP role as a PMHNP, with evidence of current practice.
• Evidence of or potential for an active program of scholarship/research.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Candidates must:

• Be eligible for Pennsylvania State Professional Nurse licensure as a certified registered nurse practitioner.
• Hold prescriptive authority.
• Hold national certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).

Carlow University is Devoted to....

• A culture of integrity, dignity and respect for all
• A strong commitment to social justice
• Ethical forward-thinking leadership
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits package
• Tuition benefits for undergraduate and graduate programs
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Program
• Complimentary use of Carlow’s fitness center and amenities

Carlow University is a comprehensive Catholic University situated in a culturally rich and diverse urban setting of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy, an international community of Roman Catholic women with a mission to serve the poor, the sick, and the uneducated. Carlow is an institution grounded in the liberal arts while also offering strong professional programs, committed to engaging its community in a process of life-long learning, scholarship, research, and service. Degrees are offered at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels. Carlow University aims to provide transformational educational opportunities rooted in social justice for a community of learners, and to empower them to excel in their chosen work as compassionate, responsible leaders in the creation of a just and merciful world.

Carlow University employees commit themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct. They commit to act with integrity, treat others with respect and dignity, carefully steward the University's resources, avoid conflicts of interest or commitment, maintain confidentiality, and to comply with legal and professional obligations.