Faculty - School of Nursing - PMHNP Track Director

The School of Nursing seeks a full-time faculty member and PMHNP Track Director to deliver high quality learning experiences and education for students in the MSN Program-PMHNP Track.  The faculty member will engage in teaching, service and scholarship activities, and works collaboratively with colleagues across the University as well as with the Dean and Chief Nurse Administrator.  Additionally, the incumbent provides mentorship to students and contributes to the visibility, impact and reputation of the University and its programs through research and scholarly engagement. The selected candidate will have responsibilities teaching online PMHNP courses and oversee the clinical PMHNP track in collaboration with the Associate Dean for Clinical Education and Experiential Learning. Rank and salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver didactic, laboratory and/or experiential instruction via multiple formats (in-person, online, or in a ‘blended’ format) in the MSN Program-PMHNP Track.
• Provide students with an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies in line with those of the School, texts and readings, assignments and deliverables, timelines and evaluation criteria.
• Provide engaging assignments that demonstrate the real-world applications of concepts covered.
• Supports incorporation of diversity, equity and inclusion into the curriculum, as well as co-curricular experiences, to broaden the education of students and expand their knowledge of health disparities.
• Participate in service activities; serve on committees; serve on regional, state, or national organization committees and volunteer activities; represent the program and University in/at community functions; attend School and institutional activities such as Commencement and ceremonies; and support student activities such as health fairs and service projects.
• Participate in scholarship resulting in conference presentations, publishable manuscripts, peer-reviewed instructional materials, or other outcomes consistent with expectations for scholarly activities described in the Faculty Manual.
• Use the University’s learning management system to post syllabus, assignments and other materials and to communicate with students.
• Advise and assist students through office hours or scheduled appointments, by phone or email, and through other University-approved mechanisms.
• Provide service including student mentoring, ongoing course development, and assessment.
• Attend and participate in monthly School and Department meetings, University ceremonies, and other major events, and serves as a member of University, School and/or Department committees, as assigned.
• Contribute to periodic reviews and revisions of MSN Program and PMHNP Track course offerings.
• Maintain advanced knowledge in discipline and areas of expertise.
• Build and maintain relationships with professional organizations involved with the healthcare sector.
• In collaboration with the Dean, assign faculty teaching, plan clinical rotations of the students while ensuring proper oversight, select students into the PMHNP program.
• Plan operational activities and recommend needed educational resources for the PMHNP Track curriculum development, assessments, outcomes evaluation, budget needs, space and other resource needs.
• Participate in strategic planning and activities for all campus events involving the School of Nursing (SON).
• Adhere to CCNE, NONPF and other accreditation standards and the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing (MBORN) regulations.
• Actively participate as a member of the Graduate Program Committee regarding all program needs.
• Provide teaching and clinical supervision as needed.
• Participate in service to the College and to the School of Nursing.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of a doctoral degree is required for the PMHNP Track Director (PhD, EdD, DNP or DHS).
• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Mass.
• Current PMHNP certification.
• Current clinical practice as a PMHNP.
• Prior teaching experience at the college/university level.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Commitment to undergraduate, graduate and/or professional education and student success.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently and effectively interact with a wide array of parties at all levels (students, faculty, administration/staff, alumni, and external constituents, including healthcare industry professionals).
• Record of scholarly activities commensurate with an academic appointment.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, sitting, manual dexterity, ability to move between offices and floors of buildings.
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform well under pressure.
• Ability to be physically in attendance on campus at designated worksite for scheduled residencies, university activities and to work some evenings and weekends.
• Normal range of vision and hearing (with or without correction).
• Ability to lift up to 5-25 lbs.
• Must be able to use technology, such as typing and manipulating a mouse/mouse pad.

Compensation

The pay range associated with this posting reflects the amount the University reasonably expects to pay for this role at this time. Salary offers are determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications as well as internal equity, market data and pay in comparison to similarly situated employees doing comparable work.

Hiring Range: $100,000 - $130,000

• Assistant Professor: $100,000 - $110,000
• Associate Professor: $110,000 - $120,000
• Professor: $120,000 - $130,000

Salary : $100,000 - $130,000