Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Assistant Program Director

George Fox University seeks a dedicated, faith-driven Assistant Program Director for the new Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Practitioner (PMHNP) program. The Assistant Director will work closely with the Program Director to oversee program development, administration, and operations, ensuring alignment with the university's mission and values.

About the Job:

This 12-month faculty position in the College of Nursing encompasses teaching, scholarship, and service. The role includes curriculum development, student mentorship, faculty collaboration, clinical site coordination, and accreditation compliance. The ideal candidate will integrate Christian faith with nursing education and psychiatric mental health practice while fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment. As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities.

Job Responsibilities Include, but Are Not Limited To:

• Assisting the Program Director in implementing and evaluating the DNP-PMHNP curriculum to ensure it meets accreditation standards (CCNE, Oregon State Board of Nursing)
• Supporting program assessment, student learning outcomes, and accreditation processes
• Contributing to the development and implementation of program policies, student progression standards, and graduation requirements
• Assisting in faculty recruitment, mentorship, and professional development efforts
• Providing academic advising and mentorship to DNP-PMHNP students, fostering their spiritual, professional, and personal growth
• Collaborating with faculty to develop student-centered strategies that enhance engagement and learning
• Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion by supporting George Fox University's Diversity Commitment Statement and fostering an environment of cultural humility and belonging
• Assisting in developing and maintaining relationships with clinical sites, healthcare systems, and mental health facilities to ensure robust clinical placements
• Supporting the coordination of student clinical experiences and preceptor assignments
• Collaborating with faculty and community partners to provide evidence-based psychiatric mental health nursing education
• Teaching within the DNP-PMHNP curriculum, integrating faith, ethics, and best practices in psychiatric mental health nursing
• Engaging in scholarly activities, including research, presentations, and publications
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

We're Looking for Candidates Who Have:

• A doctoral degree (DNP or PhD) from an accredited institution, or one in progress.
• Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with an active, unencumbered Oregon RN and APRN license.
• A minimum of three years of clinical experience in psychiatric mental health nursing.
• A commitment to Christ-centered education, with the ability to articulate a personal Christian faith and incorporate Christian values into nursing education and practice.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work full-time in person.
• A commitment to the University's .
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Preference will be given to those who have the following attributes:

• Experience in program administration and accreditation processes.
• Experience in nursing education and curriculum development.
• Familiarity with online or hybrid nursing education models.
• An established scholarly record in psychiatric mental health nursing.
• Experience with grant writing or securing funding for nursing programs.

Salary and Rank:

• Appointment at the Assistant Professor level is anticipated, though candidates with significant teaching experience at previous institutions may be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor. Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.

Job Information:

• Primary Work Location*: Portland Center (Tigard, Oregon)
• Working Conditions: Physical requirements are similar to those of teaching in clinical environments.
• Supervisor: PMHNP Program Director

Application Procedure:

• Kindly apply through the webpage.
• When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Essay Requirement:
  • Letter of Interest
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Integration of Faith and Learning Essay
    • George Fox University is committed to the idea that one of the primary responsibilities of Christian higher education is to help students develop a uniquely Christian worldview. As teachers and mentors, it is important for George Fox University faculty members to integrate Christian faith and principles in all aspects of their lives. As an essential part of the application process, the University will carefully consider your response to the following: In a one-page essay (about 300 words) describe your personal Christian faith, as well as how your faith informs your teaching, scholarship, and service (including service and leadership in your church and/or in Christian ministries).
  • Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Contact Information:

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Interested applicants are encouraged to apply at once. Review of applications will begin on a rolling basis and continue until the position is filled. Please note: This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.


Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the and on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities.


What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful, peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
• Rich employee benefit package.
• *Flexible work arrangements available (For employees approved to work remotely outside of Oregon and Washington, employment will be facilitated through our employer of record partner.)

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.