Part-Time Clinical Faculty Family Nurse Practitioner Program (Assistant/Assoc.)

Position Title

Part-Time Clinical Faculty Family Nurse Practitioner Program (Assistant/Assoc.)

Position Description

Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences at Mary Baldwin University invites applications for the Part-Time Clinical Family Nurse Practitioner Faculty position beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year.

This is a 12-month, part-time Clinical Faculty position in the Family Nurse Practitioner Program for the School of Nursing in the Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences. This faculty member will be responsible for teaching didactic and clinical courses within the FNP curriculum; participating in curriculum development, review, and evaluation; and mentoring and advising graduate nursing students. This faculty member will contribute to the ongoing assessment processes necessary to maintain compliance with CCNE accreditation standards.

Consistent with the mission and values of the institution, this position requires a commitment to a culture that promotes of equity and inclusion. Therefore, applicants are expected to emphasize equity and inclusion in their interactions with students, staff, faculty, and community at large.

Required Qualifications

• Candidates must have earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing, or a related doctoral degree from an accredited institution.
• Candidates with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) will be considered based on exceptional clinical experience, demonstrated expertise in advanced practice nursing, and a strong commitment to nursing education.
• Must be a nationally certified and state-licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC or FNP-C), with current or eligible licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Minimum of three years of clinical practice experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner in a primary care or related setting.
• Demonstrated commitment to learner-centered education, evidence-based teaching practices, and innovative approaches to nursing education.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively mentor and advise a diverse student population.
• Prior didactic teaching experience in a graduate nursing program is preferred; experience teaching in a Family Nurse Practitioner or other advanced practice nursing program is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with online and hybrid instructional delivery methods, including the use of learning management systems (e.g., Canvas), video conferencing, and other educational technologies.
• Experience with or understanding of simulation-based learning and curriculum development for experiential learning environments.

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching Experience/Preparation:

• Prior experience teaching at the graduate level is preferred. Experience with online and hybrid education delivery, including the use of learning management systems and virtual instructional tools, is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with instructional design, student assessment, and use of technology in nursing education is highly desirable.
• Formal education or training in teaching, instructional technology, curriculum development, or clinical precepting (such as through a nurse educator certificate or completion of faculty development workshops) is a plus.

About Mary Baldwin University

Founded in 1842, Mary Baldwin University has a proud legacy of innovating to best serve our students as the world changes.

MBU is a small, coeducational university offering a range of degrees from bachelor to doctoral. We serve a diverse student population on our historic Staunton campus in the heart of downtown Staunton, Virginia, Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences in nearby Fishersville, and online.

MBU offers unique opportunities for our students to become leaders in the classroom, community, workplace, and in their own lives.

About Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences

Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences (MDCHS) was opened in 2014, with the intention of addressing health care workforce needs and the complex health issues of the region. The college accomplishes this through clinically focused professional programs in Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistants programs that concentrate on addressing regional health care needs. We believe that community health issues are best solved by professionals who value interprofessional collaboration and thrive in a culture that embraces inclusivity and equitable access to health care. Our vision is to be recognized as the primary regional partner to develop community-oriented interventions for the education of and provision of services to the public, thereby improving health and life outcomes.

Application Process

Mary Baldwin University is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff, and faculty. The university does not discriminate on the basis sex, gender, nor does the university discriminate on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, color, age, disability, religion, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

All correspondence relating to the position of Part-Time Clinical Family Nurse Practitioner Faculty should be directed, in confidence, to:

Tara Miller, Director of Operations for Murphy Deming

 twmiller@marybaldwin.edu

Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences 100 Baldwin Blvd., Fishersville VA 22939

Cc: Director of Human Resources

hr@marybaldwin.edu

Mary Baldwin University

Student Activities Center #312

Staunton, VA 24401

A completed application should include the following:

1. Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position including a statement that reflects your commitment towards supporting a culture of Equity and Inclusion Excellence.
2. Updated CV;
3. Three (3) professional references with contact information, title, institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers. (No references will be contacted without written permission from the candidate.)

Applications received by October 1, 2025, will receive priority consideration. The search will remain open until the position is filled.