Open Rank Of Nursing, PNP Program Coordinator

Open Rank of Nursing, PNP Program Coordinator

Posting Numberreq29998 Employment TypeFaculty Faculty TypeOpen Rank Hiring DepartmentCollege of Nursing (AFD) Academic LocationCollege of Nursing Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs.

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The faculty and staff of University of New Mexico College of Nursing welcome you to a tradition of excellence in nursing research, education, and clinical practice. We represent the very best in quality and innovation within an academic environment. Our focus is on building evidence for effective practice and translating that evidence-based knowledge to practice and policy environments with an emphasis in rural health and vulnerable populations.

We are currently recruiting a faculty member for a Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PC-PNP) Program Coordinator position. The PC-PNP Program Coordinator is responsible for the PC-PNP program of the College. The PC-PNP Program Coordinator ensures that the standards and policies of the College of Nursing, the Health Science Center (HSC), and the University are met in the PC-PNP program, and further that the program achieves the highest standards for Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner education outlined by national bodies in nursing education.

The incoming faculty member will teach and maintain an active CPNP-PC national certification, integrating teaching and clinical experiences to fulfill our educational mission. Responsibilities include facilitating curriculum planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the PC-PNP program; classroom and simulation teaching; mentoring, advising and precepting students; assisting with clinical placements, community outreach and overseeing student progress.

Additionally, they will participate in program activities and committees to achieve program goals. The primary focus of the position is to teach content and oversee the PC-PNP program. This is a full-time, 12-month appointment.

UNM, College of Nursing:

The University of New Mexico College of Nursing, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, ranks in the top 15% of nursing programs in the country. With over 1,000 enrolled students, the college offers pre- and post-licensure baccalaureate, masters, post-master's, and doctoral programs. Program offerings include the state's premiere Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs; master's and post-master's programs across seven concentrations for APRNs, nurse educators, and nurse administrators; and the New Mexico Nurse Education Consortium baccalaureate curriculum.

Our faculty engage in innovative teaching, research and clinical scholarship to understand and address the health care needs among our most vulnerable populations. As a College of Nursing at a research-intensive, federally designated Hispanic-serving institution situated on indigenous lands, we benefit both from the manifold opportunities and from the responsibilities we carry.

New Mexico has unique traditions, languages and a multi-cultural heritage. Consistent with our mission, vision, and values, we openly support and deeply respect our diverse students, staff, and faculty. We expect our faculty to benefit from and contribute to an inclusive environment that facilitates equity in research, scholarship, service, education, and practice.

The University of New Mexico is New Mexico's flagship R1 research-intensive institution, occupying nearly 800 acres near historic Route 66 in the heart of Albuquerque, a metropolitan area of more than 929,000 people. The College of Nursing is part of a vibrant Health Science Center (HSC), which includes New Mexico's only Level-1 Trauma Center.

The HSC provides exceptional education for more than 1,500 students each year in 21 different health fields. The HSC is known for innovative research with more than $165 Million in extramural research funding. The HSC has an established Clinical & Translational Science Center that provides extensive opportunities and resources to support collaborative research in a variety of interest areas. The University of New Mexico offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits package.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree (PhD, DNP, DNSc, DRPH, EdD)

• Three years Primary Care PNP practice experience

• Active Nurse Practitioner license and CPNP-PC national certification

• Clinical preceptor or didactic teaching experience

• Must be eligible for licensure in New Mexico

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with rural and/or underserved populations

• Experience mentoring Doctor of Nursing Practice students

• Didactic teaching experience in the last 5 years

• A demonstrated commitment to diversity equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

To receive full consideration please include:

1.) Letter of Interest

2.) Curriculum Vitae

3.) List of three professional references with one being the most current employer including name, telephone number, and e-mail address

References will be checked at final stage of consideration For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by 8/6/2024. This position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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