What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professor of Practice, DNP Program Coordinator position at John Carroll University?
Required Qualifications
Program Development & Coordination (Primary)
- Doctoral degree in Nursing ( DNP , PhD, or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
- Active, unencumbered RN license
- Demonstrated involvement in graduate curriculum design, academic leadership, or accreditation.
- At least 3 years of clinical practice as a Nurse Practitioner.
- National certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP).
- Certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner ( PMHNP ).
- Familiarity with CCNE accreditation processes, state board of nursing regulations, and program proposal development.
- Prior experience with Jesuit or mission-driven institutions
Program Development & Coordination (Primary)
- In conjunction with the Director of Nursing, provide leadership in the design, coordination, and implementation of the Doctor of Nursing Practice ( DNP ) program.
- Collaborate closely with the Director of Nursing, Graduate Studies Office, and College of Health leadership to develop and manage program policies, procedures, and academic operations.
- Lead the development of the DNP curriculum, course sequencing, and assessment plans in alignment with the AACN Essentials (2021) and CCNE accreditation standards.
- Coordinate the completion and submission of all CCNE accreditation documentation, including self-study reports, systematic evaluation plans, and annual reports.
- Partner with the Graduate Studies Office on admissions processes, student recruitment, and cohort selection to ensure strong enrollment and student outcomes.
- Develop and sustain clinical partnerships with healthcare organizations to secure diverse and high-quality clinical placements for DNP students.
- Ensure quality, consistency, and accuracy across all DNP program materials, including marketing content, the program handbook, website, and academic catalog.
- Monitor student progression and program outcomes, facilitating timely resolution of individual or group concerns from both students and faculty.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to DNP faculty, supporting effective teaching, advising, and scholarly engagement.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal university committees and external accrediting, regulatory bodies and clinical partners related to the DNP program.
- Contribute to strategic planning and marketing efforts to strengthen the visibility, reputation, and sustainability of the DNP program.
- Maintain an active teaching role, shifting teaching focus to DNP -level courses within the coordinator’s area of clinical expertise one the DNP program has launched.
- Provide academic advising and mentorship to students, with an emphasis on future DNP pathway advising.
- Contribute to the development of inclusive, evidence-based teaching practices and experiential learning opportunities
- Work in close partnership with the Director of Nursing, College of Health Office and Graduate Studies Office to ensure strategic alignment between the undergraduate and graduate nursing programs.
- Participate in nursing department meetings, faculty development initiatives, and strategic planning sessions.
- Assist with grant writing, simulation planning, or community-based initiatives as appropriate to program development.
- Other duties as assigned