Pediatric Nurse Practitioner- Acute Care Professor/Assistant Professor or Associate Professor

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Nursing invites qualified Pediatric Nurse Practitioners–Acute Care to join its graduate nursing education faculty. The faculty member provides graduate nursing education, student mentoring, and pediatric acute care expertise. The role focuses on teaching, curriculum development, and program evaluation within the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner–Acute Care track, including core courses and collaboration across graduate programs.

The faculty member reports to the department chair for faculty development and evaluation and works closely with the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner specialty coordinator and graduate program leadership to support program goals and student success. The position also contributes to the College’s research, scholarship, service, and practice missions. The primary work location may be the Little Rock or Northwest Arkansas campus. Work is generally scheduled Monday through Friday, with hours varying according to teaching and program needs; additional time may be required. Academic rank is determined at hire, and appointment details are specified for each available opportunity. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in nursing.
• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse license and eligibility for licensure in Arkansas.
• Certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner–Acute Care.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of teaching experience in a graduate nursing program.
• Experience with simulation-based learning.
• Familiarity with a concept-based curriculum.
• Eligible for advanced practice nursing licensure in Arkansas.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor graduate nursing students in the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner–Acute Care track and core courses.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate curriculum to support program outcomes.
• Collaborate with faculty and academic leadership to integrate content across graduate nursing programs.
• Participate in program evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to research and scholarly activities within the College of Nursing.
• Participate in service and practice activities that support the College’s mission.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contribution matched by UAMS up to 10%.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree