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UNIV-Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner -College of Nursing

MUSC Health, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29408

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UNIV-Clinical Instructor, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - College of Nursing

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Overview The College of Nursing invites applications for a PMHNP in our Graduate Practice Program. We’re seeking a passionate PMHNP who is eager to practice, teach, mentor, and make an impact in both academia and clinical practice.

Entity: Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Faculty

Cost Center: CC001079 CON Office Of Academic Affairs

Pay Rate Type: Salary

Pay Grade: University-00

Pay Range: 0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift:

What You Will Do This is a fantastic opportunity to blend clinical expertise with education, staying connected to patient care while shaping the next generation of PMHNPs.

Spend 50% of your time practicing as a PMHNP within the MUSC Health system to keep clinical skills sharp and center patient care.

Dedicate 50% of your time to teaching in our MSN and DNP programs, inspiring and preparing future nurse practitioners through didactic and clinical education.

We are looking for a clinician-educator ready to grow their career in a supportive, mission-driven environment. Successful candidates will join an exceptional team of nurse leaders and scholars located in beautiful Charleston, South Carolina.

Required Experience

Master’s degree as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).

Eligibility for South Carolina APRN licensure and current national board certification as a PMHNP.

Minimum of two years of APRN practice experience in behavioral health settings.

Strong interest in and/or experience teaching APRN students.

Effective interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Current BLS and PALS certification (American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network).

Preferred Experience

Earned doctoral degree (DNP, PhD, or related field).

Clinical experience as a PMHNP that includes psychopharmacology and psychotherapy.

Evidence of successful teaching in an APRN program (e.g., precepting, didactic instruction).

Experience with graduate-level online teaching and learning strategies.

Rank: Clinical Instructor or Above

Formal Accountability: Reports to the Assistant Dean for Graduate Practice Programs

Responsibilities Contribute to a culture of respect, compassion, collaboration, innovation, and integrity within the College and University community.

Clinical Practice (50% Effort) Dedicate ~20 hours per week to delivering psychiatric-mental health care while supporting the CON’s mission to advance behavioral health services. Clinical duties will be coordinated with the CON Office of Practice and MUSC Health leadership to address community needs and align with the candidate’s expertise.

Maintain active PMHNP practice in a behavioral health setting, with current licensure, credentials, and certifications.

Partner with MUSC Health colleagues by adhering to schedules, providing timely patient care, and completing provider duties.

Mentor and precept APRN students and PMHNP Fellows in clinical practice.

Build strong interprofessional relationships with clinical partners to enhance patient care and student learning.

Educator (50% Effort): Commit ~20 hours per week to teaching in the PMHNP track, contributing to curriculum development, innovation in graduate nursing education, and student success.

Teach in online clinical courses and participate in in-person DNP learning intensives, creating engaging environments that support student growth.

Implement competency-based and innovative teaching strategies.

Collaborate with faculty colleagues to refine curriculum, integrate accreditation standards, and align with current trends in graduate education.

Lead or contribute to course and program development, serving as Course Coordinator as assigned.

Foster a collaborative learning culture through open communication with students, faculty, and administrators.

What We Offer

Relocation Assistance: Support provided to help you settle into Charleston, South Carolina.

Continuing Education & Professional Development: Access to continuing education funding and support to advance your practice and maintain specialty certification.

Promotion Pathway: A clear pathway for career progression with mentoring, leadership development, and opportunities to advance within the College of Nursing.

Work-Life Balance: A balanced 50/50 role that keeps you engaged in both clinical care and graduate-level education.

Collaborative Culture: Join a team of nurse leaders and educators passionate about advancing the profession and improving behavioral health outcomes.

Additional Information Physical Requirements: See detailed list describing continuous, frequent, and infrequent activities. Includes ability to lift, push, perform repeated motions, and maintain sensory capabilities. Other requirements: valid driver’s license, computer literacy, ability to work rotating shifts, overtime as required, and ability to learn new processes and tools.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please visit: https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

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