Pacific Lutheran University

General Description: PLU’s School of Nursing (SoN) is searching for a full-time tenure-track faculty member to teach in our Psych Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) program and act as the PMHNP Program Lead/Track Coordinator.. Regularly scheduled courses will include the management of substance-related and addictive disorders, a series of PMHNP courses that include psychology, assessment, diagnosis and management across the lifespan, and a PMHNP capstone course.. Required Qualifications: Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DNP).. Pacific Lutheran University purposefully integrates the liberal arts, professional studies and civic engagement in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.. The campus reflects consciously green practices and is in proximity to the natural beauty of Mount Rainier, the Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges, and the Puget Sound.

associate professor of nursing

Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number: 0602599 Recruitment Type: Open to All Applicants Position Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing (PMHNP track lead) Position Type: Faculty Benefits Status: Benefits Eligible FLSA: Exempt Hiring Range: $105,000 - $120,000 per year + $20,000 signing bonus and benefits package Location Tacoma, WA 98447 Department: Nursing, School of Posting Date: 09/29/2023 Closing Date Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Work Schedule: Full-time, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position available to start January 2024 or later. May include some early mornings, evenings, nights, and weekends. General Description: PLU’s School of Nursing (SoN) is searching for a full-time tenure-track faculty member to teach in our Psych Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) program and act as the PMHNP Program Lead/Track Coordinator. Our SoN is actively committed to building a diverse and inclusive academic community to meet the health care needs of our diverse geographic community. We welcome applications from individuals whose backgrounds and/or interests align with this commitment and who can communicate how this commitment impacts their research, teaching, and service. Regularly scheduled courses will include the management of substance-related and addictive disorders, a series of PMHNP courses that include psychology, assessment, diagnosis and management across the lifespan, and a PMHNP capstone course. Teaching-related responsibilities will include coordinating the course activities for didactic/hybrid, lab simulation and clinical (if applicable); communicating with clinical and lab faculty associated with the course; teaching and evaluating students via clinical supervision and/or instruction. Additional responsibilities include coordinating courses and providing guidance to other PMH faculty; possibly supervising or participating in DNP project committees; participating in SoN committees and meetings, including evaluation activities for the program; and participating in additional school activities, such as pinning, graduation, and orientation. These positions report to the PLU School of Nursing Associate Dean. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Effective teaching of assigned courses. Collaborate with course faculty in the implementation of didactic/hybrid, lab, and clinical content of assigned courses and the evaluation of students in those courses. Communicate with students, staff, faculty, and supervisors in an effective manner. Communicate with the program coordinator regarding any questions, concerns, and changes to ensure continuity of program outcomes. Supervise and instruct students in lab and clinical settings as assigned. Participate in SoN committees as assigned Attend PLU faculty assembly meetings. Serve on university-wide committees. Perform other related duties as required or assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of patient simulation, technologies, and applications. Knowledge of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including demonstrated skill in working effectively with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations. Excellent organizational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to provide course leadership. Ability to maintain confidential information. Working knowledge of how to use MS software applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as the Google platform and other internet and database applications. Required Qualifications: Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DNP). ABD will be considered, but a doctorate degree must be in hand by the date of appointment. At least one graduate or doctoral degree must be in nursing. Hold unencumbered or be eligible for endorsement of RN license in WA, hold a license in a US state. Certification as a PMHNP or PMHCNS. 3 years clinical experience in related area. Preferred Qualifications: Work Conditions: Conditions vary by course and include a variety of clinical practice settings. Physical Requirements: Special Instructions to Applicants: To apply, submit the following materials: Cover letter summarizing your knowledge, skills and abilities for the position; Diversity statement in which you describe how you will contribute to advancing diversity and equity related concerns through your teaching, research and/or service; CV; and Three professional references including contact information. For questions or more information, please contact SarahAnn McFadden at mcfaddsm@plu.edu. Other Information: The School of Nursing enrolls approximately 400 students in baccalaureate, masters, and DNP programs, and is well-known for the development of highly qualified nurse leaders who make a difference in the lives of their patients, the profession, and their communities. Pacific Lutheran University purposefully integrates the liberal arts, professional studies and civic engagement in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Our faculty lead with a bold commitment to expanding well-being, opportunity, and justice and instill this commitment in their students. PLU educators work to create an environment where students feel heard and valued, nurturing lifelong learners who aren’t afraid to do things differently to make the world better for everyone. PLU supports faculty as they help students turn ambition into purpose, skills into tools, and their caring into a transformative force. Because PLU is a community committed to the creation and advancement of knowledge through diversity and inclusion, the university actively recruits a faculty, staff, and student body from all religions, races, socioeconomic groups, sexual orientations, and gender expressions and from all over the world. For the 2022–23 academic year, 36.0% percent of PLU undergraduate students are from the first generation in their families to attend college; 46.6% percent self-identify as students of color; and 33.4% percent are Pell Grant–eligible. Offering distinctive opportunities for global engagement, collaborative student-faculty research, and purposeful learning, our faculty guide 2,633 students from all faiths and backgrounds to discern their purpose through relevant coursework, inclusive mentoring, and internships at world-class Puget Sound-area businesses and institutions. PLU is located on a 156-acre woodland campus in the Parkland neighborhood of Tacoma, Washington and about 40 minutes south of downtown Seattle. The campus reflects consciously green practices and is in proximity to the natural beauty of Mount Rainier, the Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges, and the Puget Sound. PLU administration supports and respects the strong culture of faculty-shared governance by working closely and collaboratively with faculty leadership to sustain and strengthen existing structures and procedures while working together on key institutional, academic and curricular decisions. PLU is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from members of historically underrepresented and marginalized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and others who would bring broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research, or other work activities. For general application questions or if you need accommodations at any point in the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 253-535-7185 or humr@plu.edu .

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