NP Clinical Instructor or Assistant Professor

Oklahoma City University; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma City University’s Kramer School of Nursing invites applications for a full-time psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) Clinical Instructor or Assistant Professor beginning January 2027. The NP Clinical Instructor or Assistant Professor position is a non-tenure track, nine-month appointment renewable annually based on performance and need.

Faculty rank will be assigned based on incumbent qualifications: Clinical Instructors meet minimum qualifications; Assistant Professors

Qualifications

• Terminal degree preferred
• Oklahoma RN with APRN recognition required
• MSN or DNP degree; PMHNP certification required
• Dual national PMHNP certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare and conduct courses in line with university outcomes and accrediting bodies
• Evaluate student learning and maintain records of evaluations
• Engage in scholarship that supports Kramer School of Nursing’s mission
• Serve the University and the School, including committee work
• Participate in professional organizations as a member
• Adhere to all policies in the handbooks
• Participate in the assessment program and student recruitment
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

Position Summary:

Kramer School of Nursing invites applicants for a full-time psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) beginning January 2027. The NP Clinical Instructor or Assistant Professor position is a non-tenure track, nine-month appointment renewable annually based on performance and need. Faculty rank will be assigned based on incumbent qualifications: Clinical Instructors meet minimum qualifications; Assistant Professors hold a doctorate.

The faculty member will:

• Prepare and conduct courses in conformity with outcomes of the university, Kramer School of Nursing, and approving accrediting agencies
• Evaluate student learning, skills, and abilities; and maintain records of such evaluations
• Engagement in scholarship that supports Kramer School of Nursing’s mission
• Serve the University and the Kramer School of Nursing, including committee work as appropriate
• Participate in professional organizations as a member
• Adhere to all policies within the Oklahoma City University Faculty Handbook, KSN Employee Handbook, the OCU Student Handbook, and the KSN Student Handbook
• Participation in the OCU assessment program, and in student recruiting and retention efforts for KSN and the university
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Terminal degree preferred
• Oklahoma RN with APRN recognition required
• MSN or DNP degree, Psychiatric Mental Health NP certification required
• Preference will be given to candidates who hold dual national certification as a nurse practitioner, including PMHNP certification

Experience:

Evidence of current practice with a minimum of two years full-time equivalent practice as a Registered Nurse in a clinical setting preceding the first date of first employment as a teacher.*
Two (2) years of advanced practice nursing experience required.
Both clinical and teaching experience are preferred, but related professional credentials will be considered.
*per requirements of the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act and Rules and Regulations of said Act. (1994)