Director of Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) Program
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Job Location:
Pittsburgh, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Carlow Universitys School of Nursing Graduate Nursing Department seeks an experienced leader and educator to assume the role of Program Director for the Womens Health Nurse Practitioner Program. This is a full-time tenure-track position (11 month) located on the Oakland campus in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Position to begin on January 2 2026. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with educational preparation and experience.
The program director serves as the academic and administrative leader of the WHNP Program providing oversight for the WHNP and WHNP post-masters certificate addition as a graduate NP faculty this role will provide teaching across the WHNP Program as well as in the nurse practitioner core courses.. Additional duties of service and scholarship are expected.
Required Experience:
All candidates must have a doctorate (DNP PhD EdD or another related degree) a masters degree in nursing and be eligible for Pennsylvania State Professional Nurse licensure as a certified registered nurse practitioner hold prescriptive authority and national certification as a Womens Health Nurse Practitioner
Three years of academic or related leadership experience.
Three years of teaching experience in a WHNP program or related experience.
Minimum five years of clinical experience in the NP role as a WHNP with evidence of current practice.
Evidence of or potential for an active program of scholarship/research.
Our Ideal Candidate:
Holds additional national certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Academic leadership experience or the desire for mentorship in a leadership role.
Shares a deep commitment to effective teaching developing innovative courses and mentoring students and faculty.
Evidence of professional service and engagement with professional organizations.
Experience with national standards and accreditation requirements including the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Facultys (NONPF) Core Competencies (2022) the American Academy of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Core Competencies for Professional Education (2021) and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education Standards.
Carlow University is Devoted to....
- A culture of integrity dignity and respect for all
- A strong commitment to social justice
- Ethical forward-thinking leadership
- Comprehensive medical dental vision life & disability benefits package
- Tuition benefits for undergraduate and graduate programs
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Program
- Complimentary use of Carlows fitness center and amenities
Carlow University is a comprehensive Catholic University situated in a culturally rich urban setting of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Founded in 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy an international community of Roman Catholic women with a mission to serve the poor the sick and the uneducated. Carlow is an institution grounded in the liberal arts while also offering strong professional programs committed to engaging its community in a process of life-long learning scholarship research and service. Degrees are offered at the baccalaureate masters and doctoral levels. Carlow University aims to provide transformational educational opportunities rooted in social justice for a diverse community of learners and to empower them to excel in their chosen work as compassionate responsible leaders in the creation of a just and merciful world.
Carlow University employees commit themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct. They commit to act with integrity treat others with respect and dignity carefully steward the Universitys resources avoid conflicts of interest or commitment maintain confidentiality and to comply with legal and professional obligations.
Carlow University employees commit themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct. They commit to act with integrity treat others with respect and dignity carefully steward the Universitys resources avoid conflicts of interest or commitment maintain confidentiality and to comply with legal and professional obligations.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Pain Management
- Acute Care
- Primary Care Experience
- Suturing
- Vital Signs Experience
- Dermal Fillers
- Experience Administering Injections
- Pediatrics Experience
- Nursing
- Botox Experience
- Medicare
About Company
Carlow University, a Catholic institution in Pittsburgh, PA, offers 90+ undergraduate and graduate programs with online and accelerated options. Inquire today.
