Program Director, PNP

Company: Oregon Health & Science University
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 29, 2025

Job Description:

Department OverviewTo be considered for this position, please submit the following documents:

• Your cover letter that includes:
  • How you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
  • How you meet any of the preferred qualifications for this position.
  • A general statement describing your teaching and research interests, and how they match with OHSU.
  • A statement that addresses your understanding, contributions, and aspirations regarding Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and how you would support OHSU's diverse students and surrounding community populations. This statement should also address your perspective on learning about and building trauma-informed relationships with faculty, staff, and students. What would help you feel that you belong and are supported?OHSU has three missions: healing, teaching, and discovery. In the School of Nursing, these focus to optimize health, prepare nurse leaders, and transform health care. Infusing these is a fourth: to become a trauma-informed and truly anti-racist institution. The School of Nursing has made the same commitment. We, along with all of OHSU, are striving to become a place where every member can be safe, be at their best, and do their best work. With support from OHSU leadership and the Center for Diversity and Inclusion and using a trauma-informed approach, we are transforming our culture, policies, admissions, hiring, and more.The DNP Pediatric Primary & Acute Nurse Practitioner (PNP) Program seeks faculty to train advanced practice registered nurses in delivering primary and acute care for children from birth to 21 years old, spanning various practice settings and institutional contexts.This position reports to (supervisor): Helen TurnerFunction/Duties of PositionLeadership and Administrative Activities:
    • Provides leadership in recruiting and retaining qualified faculty for designated programs by participating in search committees and supporting recruitment functions.
    • Engages with community partners across the state and region to establish educational and clinical learning collaborations.
    • Develops and oversees program operations in alignment with accreditation standards, APRN program requirements, and School of Nursing (SON) practices.
    • Leads efforts to evaluate and improve program and student outcomes to ensure exemplary curricular effectiveness.
    • Leads faculty collaboration in developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum to maintain high standards of education.
    • Participates in the budgeting process, policy development, and faculty workload assignments in collaboration with the Assistant Dean for APRN DNP programs.
    • Utilizes course and program evaluation results for continuous program improvement and innovation.
    • Provides ongoing development, engagement, and regular evaluation of program faculty, ensuring professional growth and high instructional standards.
    • Manages program administration, including course scheduling and faculty workload assignments in consultation with the Assistant Dean for APRN DNP programs.
    • Engages faculty in student recruitment, admission, retention, and progression activities.
    • Coordinates resources for program delivery, collaborating with faculty and staff to ensure efficient and effective teaching and learning.
    • Liaises with SON and external regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and alignment with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
    • Continuously assesses and improves program delivery to meet student learning outcomes and align with SON values of integrity, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
    • Monitors trends in DNP/APRN education to ensure alignment with best practices and emerging needs in healthcare education.Curriculum and Instruction:
      • Collaborates in developing, implementing, evaluating, and refining curriculum from foundational graduate courses to advanced clinical practices.
      • Ensures that emerging, evidence-based knowledge and clinical practices are integrated into the curriculum.
      • Provides effective didactic and clinical instruction, utilizing appropriate instructional technologies to meet course and program outcomes.
      • Ensures quality and rigor of program outcomes and DNP scholarly projects.
      • Guides and monitors student learning experiences, assessments, and engagement in both didactic and clinical settings.
      • Mentors students, providing advising and career guidance following SON academic policies.
      • Ensures the professional formation of students and contributes to their academic success through regular reviews and evaluations.Academic and Community Service:
        • Maintains an active network of national, regional, and local professional contacts to inform program direction and development.
        • Participates in professional activities, scholarly inquiry, and research initiatives to contribute to advancing clinical practice.
        • Engages in faculty governance and committee membership, providing leadership in SON, University, and external professional organizations.
        • Supports and engages in the promotion and tenure process through ongoing scholarly and service contributions.Other Responsibilities:
          • Provides services as assigned by the supervisor to support the university's mission in teaching, research, patient care, outreach, and public service.Required QualificationsEducation (Degree dependent on academic program type and rank of position.):
            • Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor: PhD/DNP or equivalentRegistrations, Certifications and/or Licenses (Current licensure & certifications could be required depending on position and academic program.):
              • Oregon RN license
              • Oregon APRN license
              • BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
              • Other: National certification demonstrating specialty expertiseExperience (Experience dependent on academic program type and rank of position.):
                • 2 years of clinical practice experience requiredAdditional DetailsBenefitsAs one of Portland's largest and premier employers, OHSU is committed to providing comprehensive, affordable, and customizable benefits for our employees. OHSU's medical plans offer comprehensive coverage with access to the best physicians and hospitals, including the award-winning care we provide at OHSU. Most full-time employees do not pay any amount for employee-only coverage for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our total rewards package includes 26 days of PTO*, 9 paid holidays*, employee discount programs, and options for tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, and retirement plans in addition to many other benefits. Most faculty positions are eligible for relocation assistance.*Prorated based on FTE.Creating an inclusive community doesn't just happen, and cannot be achieved by a single department or individual. It is a transformation that occurs only when each of us embraces diversity and leads by example. Candidates that value OHSU's commitment to building an anti-racist workplace are strongly encouraged to apply.We are seeking the best candidate for the position, and we understand that qualified candidates come from a range of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and pathways to competency. We encourage you to apply if you feel you can perform the essential responsibilities of the position even if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum qualifications described or are unsure if your experience could be considered related experience.#SONRecruitmentAll are welcomeOregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.
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