Nursing Graduate Faculty - Family Nurse Practitioner Faculty

James Madison University (JMU) invites applications for this 10-month full-time appointment that will begin on August 24, 2022. The School of Nursing, housed within the College of Health and Behavioral Studies, offers CCNE accredited Baccalaureate, Masters, and Doctorate of Nursing Practice programs. Two or more years of experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner are required for this position.  

JMU is a comprehensive state university offering 76 undergraduate, 53 masters, and 8 doctoral programs to more than 20,000 students. Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, 2 hours from both Washington D.C. and Richmond, VA, JMU is recognized by the U.S. News and World Report as the most recommended public university in the U.S as well as the most innovative university in the South. The SON enjoys many opportunities for interprofessional and community partnerships. For more information, visit http://www.nursing.jmu.edu. 

The College of Heath and Behavioral Studies (CHBS) is working to identify and dismantle oppressive racist and discriminatory policies, practices, and processes while advancing inclusive excellence and promoting a CHBS culture in which every member can flourish.  We are especially interested in qualified candidates with a demonstrated commitment towards building equitable and inclusive environments. Join us in achieving our goal of continuing to grow as a diverse college that embodies an atmosphere of belonging.

In alignment with CHBS, the School of Nursing (SON) stands against injustice and systemic racism in all its forms. As nurses we have a responsibility to act with empathy and inclusiveness to reduce inequities. We pledge to respond against discrimination, violence, and racism with advocacy and collective action.

The SON commits to engage with communities, locally and globally, through inclusive, dynamic, and innovative nursing education, practice and scholarship to create health equity.

We are especially interested in qualified candidates who have similar beliefs and values with a commitment towards building equitable and inclusive environments. Consider joining us in achieving our goal of becoming a diverse school that embodies an environment of belonging.

Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities for the position include clinical, classroom, laboratory, research, and other teaching assignments in the nurse practitioner programs.  Professional, school and university service, and scholarship are additional expectations. 

Qualifications
Qualifications for this position include the following: Minimum of Masters or a Doctorate in nursing with two or more years of experience as a family nurse practitioner (school health or pediatric experience appreciated). Experience in teaching is preferred.  Other requirements include current APRN certification as a nurse practitioner and eligibility for Virginia nursing license. The faculty of the School of Nursing is committed to the JMU core value of diversity, equity and inclusivity and therefore seeks candidates who are committed to contributing to building an equitable and inclusive environment.

The successful applicant will be assigned the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor based on their qualifications. 

To apply visit https://joblink.jmu.edu/postings/10393 or go to JobLink.jmu.edu and reference posting number F1731. Review of applications will begin November 12, 2021. Salary will be commensurate with experience. 

Candidates must complete the JobLink application and provide:

• A cover letter which must include: areas of research or scholarly interest, teaching experience, teaching philosophy 
• A diversity statement (uploaded as Other Document #1) that informs your past, current, and future commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, scholarship, and research, and/or your clinical practice; how you have worked to promote inclusive excellence in your previous positions; and how your experience and knowledge will contribute to a culture of belonging in the JMU SON.
• curriculum vitae

Contact information for three professional references will be requested as part of the application.

Contact Dr. Christina Lam, Associate Professor, Faculty Search Committee Chair,  School of Nursing, MSC 4305, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 (540-568-6314; russelck@jmu.edu).

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.