Assistant Nursing Professor, PMHNP - Rockhurst University

Company Description

Keypath Education is supporting Rockhurst University’s search for two full-time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practioner Assistant Nursing Professor this Spring 2025.

Rockhurst University, College of Nursing and Health Sciences is seeking applicants for two full-time experienced and motivated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNP) Nursing Assistant Professor to teach courses in the PMHNP track, including didactic, clinical, and immersion experiences. Our online Masters-level curriculum emphasizes innovative and evidence-based practice to meet the increasingly complex healthcare delivery demands and improve patient safety and quality of delivery. Our faculty are committed to educating future PMHNPs who are competent and qualified to deliver safe and high-quality care.

Job Description

The PMHNP Nursing Assistant Professor will prepare course outline and syllabus in collaboration with the course lead and track coordinator, develop course and lesson plans, and engage in the selection of textbook and other teaching aids necessary to the instruction of courses. Conduct course instruction for courses in the nursing curriculum at the higher education level utilizing diverse teaching strategies. Teach pertinent course subject matter using lectures, demonstrations, class discussions, and other appropriate modes of educational delivery in the face-to-face, online, and/or hybrid environment. Serve as an academic advisor/mentor to students and foster their personal and professional development. Submit student progress reports and attendance to the program director and advisor and discuss any student needs that may require directed attention or remediation plans.

The successful candidate will be required to maintain clinical currency.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• MSN with APRN national certification as a PMHNP
• 2-5 years PMHNP experience required
• Terminal degree preferred
• Strong organizational, analytical, planning, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of individuals
• Effective project management skills; detail and deadline oriented

Applicants from Missouri, Kansas, Michigan, and Connecticut will be accepted, other states will be considered.

Applicants should submit a cover letter with salary expectations and three professional references. 

Additional Information

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Rockhurst University is committed to creating a diverse working environment. The University recruits and employs successful candidates without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and/or disability in employment, educational programs, or activities that it operates. Rockhurst University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.