UNIV-Director, Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC) Program, College of Nursing

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

MUSC College of Nursing (CON) invites applications for the position of Director, Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC) Program. This full-time, tenure-track faculty role offers a unique opportunity to launch and lead South Carolina’s first PNP-AC program within a nationally recognized academic health sciences center. The Director will play a pivotal role in establishing the program, leading curriculum development, mentoring future nurse practitioners, and advancing innovative clinical education. We are seeking an expert Acute Care PNP with a strong record of achievement in practice and education, demonstrated clinical excellence, and experience in graduate nursing curriculum design aligned with national standards and accreditation requirements.

Requirements

• Master’s degree as a Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-AC).
• Eligibility for South Carolina APRN licensure and current national board certification as a CPNP-AC.
• Minimum of two years of APRN practice experience in pediatric acute care.
• Evidence of successful teaching in an APRN program, including curriculum and course development that incorporates accreditation standards.
• Current BLS and PALS certification (American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network).
• MSN-prepared candidates must enroll in a doctoral (DNP or PhD) program within two years of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Earned doctoral degree (DNP, PhD, or related field).
• Experience in graduate-level online teaching and learning strategies.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a leader in the CON, developing, managing, and evaluating the Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC) program, ensuring alignment with accreditation and certification requirements.
• Lead curriculum development, annual reviews, and course modifications to ensure alignment with contemporary trends and national graduate education standards.
• Design and implement innovative, competency-based teaching strategies, facilitate asynchronous online learning and on-campus learning intensives, and serve as Course Coordinator.
• Advocate for PNP-AC student clinical placement and expand continued support of the program with community partners.
• Collaborate with faculty, university leaders, healthcare partners, and external stakeholders to promote acute care advanced practice nursing.
• Advise and mentor students in the PNP-AC track, fostering their academic and professional growth.
• Maintain an active clinical practice as a CPNP-AC (minimum 20% effort/8 hours per week as part of the faculty contract), with practice site arrangements established in collaboration with the CON Office of Practice and affiliated partners.
• Engage in scholarship through funded programs, presentations, and publications in alignment with the College’s appointment, promotion, and tenure guidelines.
• Contribute to a culture of respect, compassion, collaboration, innovation, and integrity within the College and University community.

Benefits

• Full-time, tenure-track faculty position.
• Opportunity to lead and innovate in a new program.
• Engagement in scholarship and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees