Program Director, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), Associate Professor or Professor on the Educator Track, BSON - Georgetown University Medical Center

Georgetown University: Medical Center: School of Nursing

Location

St. Mary's 4th Floor

Open Date

Feb 04, 2026

Deadline

Oct 01, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

Georgetown University Berkley School of Nursing (BSON) is seeking an innovative and experienced educator to lead the PMHNP Post-graduate Certificate Program. The PMHNP educator will serve as specialty track Director and will be responsible for the oversight, management, implementation and quality of the PMHNP track of the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Program and will report directly to the Assistant Dean for APRN Programs. The PMHNP director oversees the team to carry out all matters relating to the curriculum, course development, course delivery, course quality and evaluation (including course and faculty evaluation). The PMHNP faculty will work collaboratively with the other specialty track faculty in all matter’s curriculum, including clinical placement oversight. We seek a mission-driven educator with strong clinical expertise, a commitment to advancing health equity, and a deep appreciation for the Jesuit values that animate our work.

This Faculty Position Is Held On The Clinical Educator Track (non-tenure) In The School Of Nursing At Associate Or Full Professor Rank With Scholarship, Teaching And Service Expectations With The Following Time Commitments

Teaching: 40-50% (8-9 credits)

Student clinical oversight, including placement: 40% Scholarship: 5-10% Service: 5-10%

Minimum Requirements

Terminal degree (research focused, practice focused e.g., DNP, PhD, EdD)

Holds certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Eligible for an unencumbered RN license in the District of Columbia Minimum of 3-5 years progressive leadership or administrative experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels Prior experience with curriculum development, evaluation, and outcomes Experience in developing course content and teaching in a variety of learning formats (face to face, hybrid, online) Excellent interpersonal and team-building skills Demonstrated contributions in the areas of teaching, scholarship and service consistent with appointment on the educator track at the rank of Associate Professor or above on the non-tenure line (NTL). Applicants eligible for hire must hold primary residence in an approved state. Academic rank will be offered commensurate with education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional certifications (e.g., Family Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Nurse Practitioner, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Informatics) Expertise in a variety of teaching modalities including face to face, virtual learning, asynchronous and synchronous learning Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development and outcome evaluation

Position Responsibilities Include

Administration (up to 40%)

Management, planning and coordination of all aspects of program operations including oversight of clinical education and placement. Ensuring integration of BSON values including but not limited to antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Coordination and implementation of the curriculum to reflect current practice guidelines. Ensures accreditation requirements are met and annual outcome reports are submitted. Oversees the program evaluation plan. Monitor and report program outcomes, i.e., retention/graduation rates, certification rates, and employment rates. Selection, supervision, evaluation and fostering professional development of program faculty. Collaboration with faculty and staff colleagues, as well as leadership to ensure outstanding program graduates and effective planning and implementation of future initiatives. Enhancement of the program’s reputation and visibility through engagement in relevant professional activities.

Teaching (up to 50%)

Teaches in area of expertise as needed

Participates in curriculum and course development Develops and implements innovative teaching strategies

Scholarship & Service (10-20%)

Engagement in scholarly activities such as research, publications and grant writing. Participating in program, school, university, and other committees as required. Participating in all relevant program and BSON student events as required. Didactic and clinical instruction within areas of expertise (including, entry level, graduate-level core, and specialty courses) across multiple teaching modalities. Teaching at objective clinical intensives (OCI) in-person on-campus and virtually

Additional Responsibilities

Faculty are expected to teach across a range of pathways (direct entry, undergraduate, graduate) and modalities to meet the needs of the school. Attendance at on-campus events consistent with the Faculty Handbook Faculty Roles and Responsibilities (e.g., commencement, school wide events, periodic curriculum and programming meetings) Faculty advising for students in precepted experiences Supervision, evaluation and fostering professional development of program faculty Collaboration with faculty and staff colleagues, as well as leadership to ensure outstanding program graduates and effective planning/implementation of future initiatives Enhancement of the program’s reputation and visibility through engagement in relevant professional activities Participation in faculty governance, including faculty and operations meetings On-going professional development and participation in curricular revision and and implementation, with a focus on advancing health equity and addressing racism with the program content and, Participate in scholarship and service activities and maintain current clinical practice as it relates to state law for practitioners.

The Berkley School of Nursing builds on a 120-year tradition of excellence in nursing education at the professional, advanced practice, and doctoral levels. Our on-campus and distance-based, online nursing programs emphasize research and scholarship, and are grounded in a social justice framework. Our commitment to nursing is infused with the Jesuit values of caring for the whole person - cura personalis - and serving the common good. To learn more about the Berkley School of Nursing, please visit nursing.georgetown.edu. To learn more about the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, & Affirmative Action (IDEAA) vision statement, please visit https://ideaa.georgetown.edu/vision-statement/.

As a school with a core mission of social justice and a diverse student body, the successful applicant will also have demonstrated a commitment to advancing health equity and addressing racism in graduate nursing education, including working with racialized and marginalized communities and students who hold a range of worldviews. All interested applicants are encouraged to read the GUSON Mission, Vision, Values and Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging, Justice and Anti-Racism prior to applying.

Interested applicants should submit electronically a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and a values statement via Interfolio.

All inquiries, nominations, referrals, and materials will be maintained in confidence.

Values Statement for All BSON Position Applicants

At the Berkley School of Nursing (BSON) at Georgetown University, our mission, vision, and values in the Jesuit tradition are foundational to all we do. Our values bind us culturally and permeate our strategic initiatives. Please read and reflect on the BSON mission, vision, and values and provide a values statement describing how your personal and professional values align with these commitments. You may wish to include examples of how this alignment has manifested in your current or prior work. (Limit 500 words)

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EEO Statement

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

The projected salary pay range for this position is $120,000 – $155,000, which represents the full range of anticipated compensation for this position. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

Application Process

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