Adjunct Faculty – Nurse Practitioner (NP) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Programs

Midwestern University • Glendale, AZ

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About The Position

The Adjunct Faculty member for the Nurse Practitioner (NP) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs is responsible for delivering high-quality graduate-level nursing education consistent with institutional policies, professional standards, and accreditation requirements. This role supports didactic, clinical, and/or scholarly components of NP and DNP curricula and contributes to the mission of preparing advanced practice nurses and nurse leaders for evidence-based, patient-centered practice.

Requirements

• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) and/or APRN license in at least one U.S. state, with eligibility for licensure in jurisdictions as required by the program.
• Earned graduate degree in nursing (MSN or higher) from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated expertise in the assigned course content, evidenced by clinical practice experience, scholarly activity, teaching experience, or a combination thereof.
• Ability to meet all faculty qualification requirements established by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Nice To Haves

• Earned doctoral degree in nursing or a related field (e.g., DNP, PhD, EdD).
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner or in a related advanced practice or specialty area, as applicable to course assignment.
• Prior teaching experience in graduate nursing education, including NP or DNP programs.
• Experience with online, hybrid, or distance education modalities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver graduate-level instruction in assigned MSN-NP and/or DNP courses using evidence-based, learner-centered teaching strategies.
• Demonstrate subject-matter expertise aligned with assigned course content, program outcomes, and national standards for advanced practice and doctoral nursing education.
• Facilitate student learning through course instruction, clinical or practice experiences (as applicable), scholarly mentoring, and evaluation of student performance.
• Assess student achievement using established course and program evaluation methods, ensuring fair, timely, and consistent grading practices.
• Maintain compliance with all institutional policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards, including those of the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• Participate in course-level quality improvement activities, including review of student outcomes, course evaluations, and curricular effectiveness.
• Maintain current knowledge of professional nursing standards, scope of practice, and emerging trends relevant to advanced practice and doctoral nursing education.
• Collaborate with program leadership and full-time faculty to ensure alignment of course delivery with program goals and accreditation expectations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time