Assistant Professor - PMHNP (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner)

The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.

Position Description Summary/Purpose:

Goodwin University is seeking an MSN prepared candidate to fulfill the role of Assistant Professor in the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner track of the master's program in the Nursing department for the 15-week summer semester starting in May 2025.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Instructing up to fifteen (15) credits per semester 
• Leading on-campus immersion weekends for PMHNP students 
• Assisting students with securing clinical placements 
• Supporting the maintenance of curriculum, program assessment and evaluation and accreditation standards. 
• Directly reporting any concerns to Program Director 
• Cultivating and maintaining professional relationships with faculty, preceptors, and clinical sites.    
• Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.

Other Functions: 

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
• Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill:

• Demonstrated commitment to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and work in an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.
• Strong planning and organizational skills 
• Work collegially in a team environment 
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience:

• Master’s degree in nursing, with board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner 
• Active RN and APRN Licensure in the state of Connecticut 
• At least two years of experience working as an PMHNP 
• At least one year teaching experience at the collegiate level 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Nursing 
• Experience with Canvas or similar online Learning Management Systems
• Experience with Typhon clinical documentation platform or similar
• Experience with Shadow Health virtual simulation platform or similar

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401k employer match
• Employee & dependent life insurance
• Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
• PTO program
• Flexible work schedules

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the University as the needs of the University and requirements of the job change.)