Adult and Gerontological Nurse Practitioner Faculty

The University of Maryland School of Nursing (UMSON) is seeking a doctoral-prepared Adult and Gerontological Nurse Practitioner Faculty Member to teach in our innovative Adult and Geriatric Nurse Practitioner master’s specialty. UMSON incorporates an interdisciplinary team of faculty and guest lecturers into these courses and provide students with a variety of learning opportunities. 

Qualifications

• Eligible to practice as an Adult or Adult and Gerontological Nurse Practitioner in Maryland
• Master of Science degree in nursing and a doctorate (PhD, DNP) in nursing or related field
• Prior teaching experience in an academic setting and evidence of curriculum development
• Record of scholarly achievement (e.g., publications, research, presentations at professional meetings, etc.) and interest in pursuing scholarly activities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively engages in the recruitment and advisement of students
• Teaches and mentors students in the specialty area
• Works collaboratively with nursing colleagues and colleagues from other disciplines
• Maintains active involvement in professional organizations related to specialty area
• Actively seeks opportunities for and participates in departmental, UMSON, and University faculty governance
• Maintains a faculty practice

About the School

Founded in 1889, UMSON is a nationally ranked, top-tier school, enrolling more than 1,700 students in its baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral programs. UMSON emphasizes the integration of education, research, and practice, and serves regional, national, and international audiences.

The Department of Organizational Systems and Adult Health is involved in UMSON’s baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral programs. It offers a diverse array of master’s specialties, including Adult and Gerontological Nurse Practitioner (NP); Trauma, Critical Care, and Emergency Nursing (CNS, NP); Nurse Anesthesia; Health Services Leadership and Management; and Nursing Informatics. Several certificate programs, including Oncology Nursing and Teaching in Nursing and Health Professions, are also offered.

In addition to UMSON, the University of Maryland in Baltimore (UM) encompasses five other professional schools—Dentistry, Law, Medicine, Pharmacy, and Social Work—and is one of the fastest growing health science research centers in the nation. The unique composition of UM enables health professionals to address health care, public policy, and social issues through multidisciplinary research, scholarship, and community action. Its location in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C.-Annapolis triangle maximizes opportunities for collaboration with government agencies, health care institutions, and life sciences industries.

Instructions to Applicants

Inquiries, including a letter summarizing your qualifications and interest in the position, and a current CV, should be sent to:

Robin Newhouse, PhD, RN, NEA-BC
Chair, Organizational Systems and Adult Health
c/o Lois Reisig
University of Maryland School of Nursing
655 West Lombard Street, Room 502
Baltimore, MD 21201

The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer.