Full-Time Clinical Faculty Program Director: School of Nursing

Job Number: 497155
Type: Full-time
Campus: North Haven - North Haven, CT
Categories: Faculty

Overview:

Quinnipiac University's School of Nursing invites applicants who are dynamic psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) clinicians and educators for a full-time, 12-month clinical track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor to serve as Program Director for the PMHNP program. We are particularly interested in doctorally-prepared candidates with practice, teaching, and leadership experiences in a PMHNP graduate program. The position supports the School's competency-based curriculum aligned with the AACN 2021 Essentials, emphasizing learner-centered approaches, clinical judgment, and integration of evidence-based practice. Faculty members in the School of Nursing contribute to the development of practice ready nurses and advanced practice nurses through innovative teaching strategies and mentoring.

As a Program Director, the successful candidate will be able to contribute to the university's strategic initiatives including empowering academic success, cultivating a community of learners, leading through innovation, designing distinctive experiences, redefining health and human potential, and extending our partnership.

The Program Director is afforded one day a week as a practice day. Although the program is online (with in person immersions), regular presence is expected on the campus in North Haven.

To find out more about our School of Nursing, please visit https://www.qu.edu/schools/nursing.html

Responsibilities:
• Teaching intensive, clinical track nursing faculty position, with primary responsibility for educating graduate nursing students in the online PMHNP MSN program
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure high quality programs that demonstrate academic excellence and success
• Ensure program compliance with accreditation standards
• Oversee daily management of the PMHNP MSN program
• Develop, maintain, and evaluate quality clinical experiences for students
• Participate in student recruitment, admissions review, enrollment management, and retention initiatives to support program growth and sustainability
• Design and implement learning experiences that reflect competency-based education principles
• Participate in competency-based curriculum development, assessment, and continuous quality improvement aligned with the AACN 2021 Essentials
• Advise and mentor students to support academic success and professional growth
• Contribute to School and University service, including committee participation and professional engagement within the community
• Engage in scholarly activities and maintain currency in nursing practice and education
• Participate in faculty development
• Engage in the School of Nursing's strategic plan
• Actively participate in the School of Nursing community

• Education Requirements:

• Required doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DNP) in nursing or related field

Qualifications:
• Required unencumbered APRN license in Connecticut
• Required national certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
• Recent clinical practice experience as a PMHNP
• Experience with competency-based education and curriculum development
• Evidence of effective teaching
• Preferred experience leading or coordinating an advanced practice nursing education program, including curriculum oversight, program evaluation, accreditation activities, and faculty collaboration
• Service to profession or community
• Commitment to contribute to the excellence of the academic community

Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements, demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and contact information for three references.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Advertised: July 06, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:

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