Educator II / Associate Professor - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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HJF is seeking an Educator II (Associate Professor) The Educator II (Associate Professor) serves as an Associate Professor in the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS), Daniel K. Inouye Graduate School of Nursing (GSN), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Program, and as such, is responsible for supporting the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program including teaching, maintaining clinical competence, actively pursuing an area of scholarship, providing service to the School, the University, and their professional discipline and accomplishing administrative assignments upon request.

This position is located in the USUHS-GSN, Office of the Dean, Office of the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Department (PMHNP). The Graduate School of Nursing is a diverse, interdisciplinary community providing the nation with the highest quality advanced practice nurse clinicians, scientists and scholars dedicated to Federal health service.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory, professional, ethical and accreditation standards while participating in GSN processes to evaluate and improve academic policies, procedures, and activities. Use the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) defined Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice in implementing the curriculum.
• Mentor students in completing scholarly activities, including evidence-based projects, portfolios, and clinical activities supporting the integration of best evidence into practice. Support students in evaluating data emerging from evidence-based interventions and in drawing conclusions based on findings. Assist students in implementing evidence-based process improvements and disseminating results in peer reviewed publications and/or at professional conferences.
• Maintain a clearly identified area of professional scholarship and participate at the national level in promoting/supporting that area of interest. Creatively align areas of scholarship with GSN mission, goals, and signature curriculum. Identify and apply for financial support to further scholarship when necessary.
• Maintain a clearly identified area of professional scholarship and publish manuscripts, texts, monographs, and other materials. Routinely pursue scholarly activities contributing to and expanding the science of nursing and/or the application of evidence to support "best" clinical practices.
• Maintain clinical competency by practicing as a credentialed provider in a Washington area hospital or clinic.
• Represent the university at professional gatherings, deliver lectures, and participate in meetings and panel discussions at the local, regional or national level. Maintain professional contacts, local and national, with other nursing schools and professional organizations throughout the country. Participate in and actively seek leadership roles when applicable in professional organizations at the local, regional and/or national level.
• Serve as a member and/or chair standing committees in the GSN and on the university level and contribute administratively as required.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

Education and Experience

• Doctoral Degree in nursing and an earned doctoral degree (DNP or PhD).
• Minimum of 5-8 years experience required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A background in child or adolescent psychiatric nursing, experience teaching family theory, ethics, and
  psychopharmacology.
• Teaching experience in graduate level nursing programs with demonstrated effective leadership and scholarly achievement including a history of publications.
• Knowledge of and experience with teaching content areas in field of specialization.
• Familiarity with academic and research advising students.
• Strong personal initiative and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills; including ability to coordinate disparate groups of faculty and learners in meeting and working together; a commitment to graduate education and continued professional development of self and others.
• Active engagement at the national level in an area of scholarship consistent with the mission of the GSN/University.
• Maintain clinical competency by practicing as a credentialed provider in a Washington area hospital or clinic.
• Ability to use sound judgment in solving problems.
• Ability to coordinate multiple systems, projects, and programs at the same time.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $127,000-$155,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.