Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Program Director

George Fox University announces the development of doctoral programs in the College of Nursing. The College of Nursing is seeking a program director for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) DNP specialty track who is enthusiastic about developing this program, and preparing PMHNPs to work in rural settings throughout Oregon. The ideal candidate will have experience working in graduate nursing education and have a passion for serving vulnerable populations and underserved communities. The position is set to begin in summer 2025.

About the Job:

This is a 12-month position in the DNP program with leadership and administration of the Nurse-Midwifery program. This faculty-administrator role includes program development, faculty recruitment, accreditation oversight, student support, and fostering partnerships with clinical sites. The Director will engage in teaching, scholarship, and service while integrating a Christian perspective into nursing education and practice. This position works closely with and reports to the Dean of the College of Nursing. As a Christ- centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Leading the development and implementation of the DNP-PMHNP curriculum, ensuring it meets accreditation standards and best practices in psychiatric mental health nursing education.
• Establishing program goals, student learning outcomes, and assessment strategies to ensure excellence in education and clinical preparation.
• Overseeing program accreditation, preparing and submitting required reports and documentation.
• Developing and maintaining policies for admissions, student progression, and graduation in collaboration with university leadership.
• Managing the program budget, including planning, allocation of resources, and financial oversight to ensure program sustainability.
• Recruiting, mentoring, and evaluating faculty, ensuring a high-quality learning experience.
• Providing academic guidance and holistic support to students, fostering their spiritual and professional growth.
• Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, supporting the university's Diversity Commitment Statement and creating an environment that welcomes students from all backgrounds.
• Actively participating in the admissions process, including reviewing applications, interviewing candidates, and making recommendations for program acceptance.
• Establishing and sustaining partnerships with healthcare systems, mental health facilities, and community organizations to secure clinical placements.
• Ensuring students meet clinical competency requirements through partnerships with preceptors and healthcare leaders.
• Representing the program at professional conferences, community events, and healthcare initiatives.
• Teaching within the DNP-PMHNP curriculum, integrating faith, ethics, and evidence-based practice.
• Engaging in scholarly activities, including research, presentations, and publications in psychiatric mental health nursing.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• An earned doctoral degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• An active unencumbered Oregon APRN license.
• Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with an active, unencumbered RN and APRN license.
• Minimum five years of clinical experience as an APRN in psychiatric mental health nursing.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in an academic or clinical setting.
• Experience in teaching and learning principles for adult education, including online teaching.
• Current knowledge of APRN practice and related professional issues.
• Familiarity with nursing accreditation and regulatory processes (e.g., CCNE, state board requirements).
• A commitment to the University's .
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Salary and rank:

• Appointment at the Assistant Professor level is anticipated, though candidates with significant teaching experience at previous institutions may be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor. Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.

Job information:

• Primary Work Location: Portland Center Campus
• Working Conditions: Physical requirements are similar to those of teaching and clinical environments.
• Supervisor: Dean, College of Nursing

Application procedure:

• Kindly apply through the webpage.
• When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Essay Requirement:
  • Letter of Interest
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Integration of Faith and Learning Essay
    • George Fox University is committed to the idea that one of the primary responsibilities of Christian higher education is to help students develop a uniquely Christian worldview. As teachers and mentors, it is important for George Fox University faculty members to integrate Christian faith and principles in all aspects of their lives. As an essential part of the application process, the University will carefully consider your response to the following: In a one-page essay (about 300 words) describe your personal Christian faith, as well as how your faith informs your teaching, scholarship, and service (including service and leadership in your church and/or in Christian ministries).
  • Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Contact information:

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Interested applicants are encouraged to apply at once. Review of applications will begin on a rolling basis and continue until the position is filled. Please note: This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the and on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful, peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
• Rich employee benefit package.

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.