Master of Science in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner Professor and Academic Program Director

National University; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

National University is seeking a remote Nurse Practitioner Professor and Academic Program Director for its Master of Science in Nursing program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in teaching and scholarly excellence, alongside administrative responsibilities to maintain program quality and engage diverse learners.

Qualifications

• 10 years of full-time higher education teaching experience required.
• 2 years as a Registered Nurse in direct patient care is necessary.
• Knowledge of CCNE or ACEN standards required.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop courses in the Master of Science in Nursing program.
• Supervise nursing staff and maintain accreditation for the MSN NP program.
• Participate in curriculum oversight and community outreach activities.

Skills

Teaching

Scholarship

Leadership

Curriculum Development

Engagement

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Terminal degree in related discipline

Registered Nurse licensed in California

Nurse Practitioner license and certification

Job description

Master of Science in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner Professor and Academic Program Director

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Compensation Range:

Annual Salary: $80,031.00 - $101,985.00

National University – San Diego, California

MSN NP Professor and APD – Remote

National University is a veteran-founded, San Diego-based nonprofit. Since 1971, our mission has been to provide accessible higher education to adult learners. Today, we educate a diverse student body from across the U.S. and around the globe, with more than 230,000 alumni worldwide. Our three schools and three colleges offer more than 200 accredited and licensed graduate and undergraduate programs. National University holds accreditation through the Western Senior College and Universities Commission (WSCUC). We are a federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution.

Position Summary

The Department of Nursing, in the School of Health Professions at National University invites applications for a Professor in the Master of Science in Nursing Nurse Practitioner program. Rank is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and scholarship in their field and a commitment to serving the university’s diverse adult student body This position works closely with other faculty within the discipline and administration contributing to programmatic strategies that ensure program quality, student engagement, and success.

In addition to faculty responsibilities, this position’s primary responsibility is to serve as the Academic Program Director for the Master of Science in Nursing Nurse Practitioner programs within the Nursing Department.

This is a remote position.

Essential Functions:

Candidates will be evaluated for their level of proficiency and potential (for excellence) in teaching, scholarship, and service. The main expectations of this position include:

Teaching

• Teach and develop online or onsite courses in the following areas: Master of Science in Nursing Nurse Practitioner program.
• Maintain pedagogical and subject matter expertise in the instructor’s field.
• Create an inclusive and positive learning environment for diverse learners.
• Ensure course and program practices align with compliance and accreditation standards.
• Adhere to the National University’s academic integrity policy.
  
  
  

Scholarship

• Maintain a productive scholarship agenda suitable to a teaching university.
• Engage in scholarly activities to maintain professional growth.
• Participate in professional development as outlined in faculty policies.
  
  
  

Service

• Participate in curriculum oversight, shared governance, and the student experience.
• Serve on committees at the program, department, school, college or/and university level and engage in community activities that promote program outreach and university goals.
• Participate in program meetings and advisory boards to integrate best practices and strategic initiatives.
  
  
  

As the MSN NP Program Director

• Responsible for the continued, successful accreditation/approval of the MSN program through leadership and management.
• Provide engaged instruction; develop curricula; conduct program, course, and student outcomes assessment; pass rates in each program as well as advise and support students.
• Provide leadership and assume responsibility for the administration of the MSN NP program as required by licensing and accrediting agencies.
• Responsible for hiring both Psych Mental Health and Family Health Nurse Practitioner faculty.
• Supervise nursing staff within the MSN NP programs.
• Plan, organize, administer, and oversee all aspects of the processes and operations of the MSN NP programs.
• Develop the budget for the MSN NP programs with the Associate Dean of Nursing.
• Work with Campus Operations and Staffing to plan, schedule, and ensure adequate staff for courses.
• Communicate changes in state and federal regulations to appropriate people.
• Participate in the grievance process for escalating student issues.
• Ensure all university required processes are completed within designated timeframes (i.e., PARs, self-evaluations, FAP submissions).
• Ensure all accreditation processes are completed within the designated time frame (CCNE annual report, CCNE Self Study and 5-year CIPR)
  
  
  

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Registered Nurse licensed in the State of California required.
• Master’s degree in nursing required.
• Terminal degree in the primary discipline taught or in a related discipline that is recognized within the field required.
• Nurse Practitioner license and certification required.
• A minimum of 10 years of full-time faculty higher education teaching experience required.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in direct patient care as a Family, or Psych Mental Health NP is required.
• Knowledge of Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) standards required.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, assessment and evaluation required.
• Experience as a CA-BRN approved Program Director preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in pre- or post-licensure nursing programs required.
• Leadership &/or project management in a higher education setting preferred.
  
  
  

Location: Remote

Special conditions of employment include:

• Background check required.
• Travel is required at least once annually to attend the annual Commencement ceremony (if held onsite).
  
  
  

For full consideration, interested candidates should provide the following:

• A cover letter that includes.
• A curriculum vita
  
  
  

Please address questions about the position to the Search Committee Chair, Alice Myers.

Candidate receiving offers will be offered a salary/pay rate commensurate with experience that vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies. Absent exceptional circumstances, candidates will be offered a salary within this range for this position. Base pay is one component of National University’s total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family. For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit benefits.nu.edu. For part-time positions, please click here.

National University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws. At NU, a mix of highly talented, innovative, and creative people come together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, education, and admission at National University.

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