NP Clinical Instructor or Assistant Professor

Oklahoma City University • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

Kramer School of Nursing invites applications for a full-time psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) faculty position beginning January 2027. This is a non-tenure-track, nine-month appointment that is renewable annually based on performance and need. Faculty rank is assigned according to qualifications: Clinical Instructors meet the minimum qualifications, while Assistant Professors hold a doctorate.

The faculty member will prepare and conduct courses in accordance with the outcomes of the university, Kramer School of Nursing, and accrediting agencies; evaluate student learning, skills, and abilities and maintain evaluation records; engage in scholarship supporting the School’s mission; serve the university and School, including committee work as appropriate; participate in professional organizations; comply with applicable faculty, employee, and student handbooks; and contribute to assessment, student recruitment, and retention. Other duties may be assigned.

Kramer School of Nursing offers pre-licensure baccalaureate programs, RN-to-BSN programs, an MSN, and a DNP with several nurse practitioner specialties. Oklahoma City University is a private, coeducational urban university in Oklahoma City.

Requirements

• Oklahoma RN license with APRN recognition.
• MSN or DNP degree.
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification.
• Current practice evidence and at least two years of full-time-equivalent Registered Nurse clinical practice before the first date of employment as a teacher.
• Two years of advanced practice nursing experience.
• Valid Oklahoma license to practice as a registered nurse and nurse practitioner.
• National certification as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.

Nice To Haves

• Terminal degree preferred.
• Dual national nurse practitioner certification, including PMHNP certification, preferred.
• Clinical and teaching experience preferred; related professional credentials will be considered.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• University-paid life insurance.
• University-paid long-term disability insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition remission for employees and qualifying dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level