Family Nurse Practitioner Faculty

Family Nurse Practitioner Faculty

Northwest Nazarene University College of Nursing

The mission of the College of Nursing is to provide quality nursing education and prepare nurses who excel in clinical practice by providing patient and family-centered care in the context of Christlike behavior.

• Pre-licensure RN-Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• MSN in Leadership & Education – online
• MSN Family Nurse Practitioner – online

The BSN and MSN programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Seeking a dynamic and experienced Family Nurse Practitioner to oversee and direct the FNP program. The FNP director will play a pivotal role in developing, implementing, and evaluating the program, ensuring academic excellence, compliance with accreditation standards, and student success. This individual will collaborate with faculty, staff, and stakeholders to maintain a high-quality curriculum and foster a supportive learning environment.

• Provide leadership and direction for the FNP program, including working with the graduate team on curriculum development, program evaluation, and student support
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.
• Teach courses within the FNP program.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with clinical sites and preceptors to support student clinical experiences.
• Monitor student progress and provide academic guidance and support.
• Lead efforts in student recruitment, admissions, and retention for the program.
• Stay informed about current trends and advancements in nursing and healthcare education.
• Represent the program at internal and external meetings, events, and conferences.
• Participate in other duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree in Nursing
• Idaho RN licensure and certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner
• The University requires that all candidates have a Christian perspective (preferably in the Wesleyan tradition), and must be comfortable with and in agreement with the mission and lifestyle values of NNU
• Computer competency and aptitude for learning new software
• Ability to read, write, and effectively communicate in the English language.

• DNP or PhD in nursing or related field
• Experience working in a rural or community setting.

The salary and rank will be determined by the educational background and experience of each applicant and will be discussed with individual candidates as they are invited to interview for this position. Full-time personnel will be offered access to a benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance for employee and family, life and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending plan, tuition benefits for employee and dependents, opportunities for professional development, and a retirement program.

Northwest Nazarene University is sponsored by the Church of the Nazarene and seeks to reflect the cultural and ethnic diversity of the body of Christ in its faculty, staff administration and students. All those interested are encouraged to apply and will be evaluated equitably. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To be considered for this position, a complete application packet must be received, including:

• Letter of interest
• NNU application form
• Resume
• A statement of personal Christian faith
• A statement of personal view on the integration of faith with teaching and scholarship.
• Responses to the NNU Christian Mission requirements
• Letter of reference from two professional associates
• Letter of reference from current pastor
• Transcripts (unofficial acceptable for the hiring process, official required upon hire).

Employment at Northwest Nazarene University is contingent upon the results of an independent background check.

Northwest Nazarene University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As an educational institution operating under the auspices of the Church of the Nazarene, Northwest Nazarene University is permitted, and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, sections 702‑703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended).

• Director

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Higher Education