Family Nurse Practitioner Program Director

Family Nurse Practitioner Program Director

Holy Family University is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth founded in 1954. The University is a private institution in the Catholic tradition with campus locations in Philadelphia and Newtown PA. The main campus is nestled in the heart of a historic residential neighborhood in Northeast Philadelphia that is vibrant and just minutes from the excitement of Center City. The Newtown campus is located in Bucks County surrounded by nature and a step away from parks, farmers markets and great dining.

One of the best parts of Holy Family University is our welcoming atmosphere--and that's not by chance. Our mission centers on creating an environment that encourages all members to get to know one another, learn from one another, and experience a range of perspectives and worldviews. Our community is strong because of this.

The FNP Program Director is a Part time position providing administrative, academic, and clinical leadership for the Family Nurse Practitioner track within the School of Nursing. This position has the administrative oversight, ensuring the program complies with national accreditation standards (e.g., CCNE) and state board regulations. The director is responsible for curriculum design, student recruitment and advising, faculty mentoring, and establishing robust clinical partnerships. The director manages the day-to-day operations of the FNP program.

Key Responsibilities

1. Academic Leadership & Curriculum Management

• Curriculum Oversight: Lead the development, implementation, systematic evaluation, and revision of the FNP curriculum to ensure alignment with national competencies (NONPF, AACN Essentials).
• Accreditation & Compliance: Maintain program compliance with regional and national accrediting bodies and State Board of Nursing requirements. Prepare self-study reports and coordinate site visits.
• Teaching: Able to teach in the MSN, FNP, and or DNP tracks (hybrid, or online).

2. Student & Faculty Administration

• Admissions & Recruitment: Oversee the review of applicant files, interview prospective students, and make admission recommendations.
• Student Advisement: Guide FNP students through their plan of study, monitor academic and clinical progress, and implement remediation plans when necessary.
• Faculty Mentorship: Recruit, onboard, and evaluate full-time and adjunct faculty teaching within the FNP track.

3. Clinical Coordination & Community Partnerships

• Placement Oversight: Collaborate with Clinical Coordinator to secure high-quality, diverse clinical sites (primary care, pediatrics, women's health) and preceptors.
• Site Evaluation: Ensure regular site visits and evaluations of student clinical performance and preceptor effectiveness.
• Community Engagement: Maintain professional relationships with healthcare networks, clinics, and professional nursing organizations to foster future clinical opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors in nursing (BSN), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required; Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or Ph.D. in Nursing required.
• Licensure & Certification: Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in the state of employment. National board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (AANP or ANCC).
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical practice as an active, certified FNP. Minimum of 23 years of teaching experience in an accredited graduate nursing program. Prior academic leadership or administrative experience (e.g., track lead, committee chair) is highly desirable.

Key Competencies

1. Academic Leadership & Curriculum Management

• Curriculum Oversight: Lead the development, implementation, systematic evaluation, and revision of the FNP curriculum to ensure alignment with national competencies (NONPF, AACN Essentials).
• Accreditation & Compliance: Maintain program compliance with regional and national accrediting bodies and State Board of Nursing requirements. Prepare self-study reports and coordinate site visits.
• Teaching: Maintain a reduced teaching load in graduate-level nursing courses (hybrid, or online).

2. Student & Faculty Administration

• Admissions & Recruitment: Oversee the review of applicant files, interview prospective students, and make admission recommendations.
• Student Advisement: Guide FNP students through their plan of study, monitor academic and clinical progress, and implement remediation plans when necessary.
• Faculty Mentorship: Recruit, onboard, and evaluate full-time and adjunct faculty teaching within the FNP track.

3. Clinical Coordination & Community Partnerships

• Placement Oversight: Collaborate with Clinical Coordinators to secure high-quality, diverse clinical sites (primary care, pediatrics, women's health) and preceptors.
• Site Evaluation: Ensure regular site visits and evaluations of student clinical performance and preceptor effectiveness.
• Community Engagement: Maintain professional relationships with healthcare networks, clinics, and professional nursing organizations to foster future clinical opportunities.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Leadership & Collaboration: Ability to guide diverse faculty teams and collaborate effectively across university departments.
• Organization: Strong project management skills to juggle accreditation deadlines, clinical rotations, and academic calendars.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for mentoring students, drafting policies, and representing the university externally.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of graduate nursing education and Family Nurse Practitioner curriculum requirements.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply university policies and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Proficiency in data management, report preparation, and quality improvement processes.

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based within a School of Nursing with flexible remote working hours.
• Occasional evening or weekend hours for recruitment events, orientations, or accreditation activities.
• May require limited travel to clinical partner sites and professional meetings.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Holy Family University seeks to foster a welcoming and a healthy educational and work environment based on respect, the dignity of each person and the oneness of the human family. Holy Family University is dedicated to ensuring an environment free of discrimination or harassment of any kind, and promotes equal opportunity in its employment and education.

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We invite qualified applicants to view our open positions and apply directly at our career center by submitting a cover letter and resume.