Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program Director & Clinical Assistant Professor

University of Texas at Arlington•Arlington, TX

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About The Position

The Department of Graduate Nursing in the College of Nursing and Health Innovation at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for an acute care pediatric nurse practitioner program director and clinical assistant professor (academic professional track). Rank is negotiable based on experience. Candidates should show evidence of teaching experience and are expected to contribute to the academic and scholarly goals of the university and college. They will contribute to the curriculum development, teaching, and mentorship of students in the PNP-AC program. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in nursing (DNP or PhD) or related field (e.g., EdD)
Unencumbered RN license in the State of Texas or ability to obtain one
Unencumbered PNP-AC license in the State of Texas or ability to obtain one
An active, direct patient care practice that can be maintained on a limited part-time basis
A minimum of 2-3 years of direct patient care experience as a PNP-AC
A minimum of 1 year of teaching experience

Nice To Haves

3-5 years of teaching experience
Course development and maintenance experience
Leadership experience in an academic setting
A demonstrated program of scholarship

Responsibilities

Provide leadership to the PNP-AC program including mentorship of faculty and students, involvement in curricular redesign, and evaluation of program outcomes.
Collaborate with the Dean, Department Chair, and Associate Chair in budgeting for the needs of the program.
Develop and maintain program guidelines and monitor program, course, and faculty evaluations on an ongoing basis.
Recruit and evaluate faculty within the PNP-AC program.
Ensure the program is aligned with graduate education and program specific standards (e.g., NTF, AACN Essentials, CCNE accreditation standards).
Collaborate with the Office of Enrollment and Student Services to advise students, answer questions, and respond to student complaints.
Complete employment, credentialing, educational, and scholarship reference forms.
Plan, coordinate, and conduct online, classroom and clinical experiences for students.
Participate in scholarly and academic activities appropriate to rank.
Maintain academic standards as established by the university, CONHI, and Department of Graduate Nursing.
Assume responsibility for and/or participates in the planning and organization of courses to which assigned.
Plan professional development activities for self, such as continuing education offerings, workshops, and professional meetings.
Participate in program, college, and university committees, and in other activities associated with professional status.
Maintains membership in and participates in professional associations by serving on local/state committees of professional organizations.
Incorporates new knowledge and techniques in online, clinical, classroom, and laboratory teaching.