Description:
The Coordinator of the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Track is appointed
by the Dean of the Graduate School of Nursing. The FNP Coordinator provides leadership
for the curriculum, faculty, and students for the FNP track. A major responsibility is to
oversee the education of students in the track. The FNP coordinator directly reports to
the Director of the Nurse Practitioner Programs.
Responsibilities/Functions
Administrative:
Provides leadership for the implementation and evaluation of the FNP
track. Responsible for developing the syllabi, supportive materials, and examinations for
the FNP population-based courses. Collaborates with the both the Doctor of Nursing
Practice (DNP) Program Director and the Associate Dean of Advanced Practice Programs
to ensure the transition of students throughout the DNP curriculum. Works with the
Senior Nursing Clinical Partnership Coordinator and clinical instructors on clinical
placements for all students in their clinical year. Refers FNP students to academic
support services as indicated. Serves on GSN and UMMS committees as appointed by
the Dean.
Curriculum:
Guides the curriculum of the FNP track to meet the requirements of the
Board of Registration in Nursing, National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties
Nurse Practitioner Core and FNP Competencies, American Association of Colleges of
Nursing and The Essentials of Masters and DNP Education for Advanced Practice Nursing.
Ensures that the curriculum evaluation plan is implemented. Oversees and liaison with
clinical sites utilized by the population courses. Participates in the education of students
by teaching in population focused courses.
Faculty:
Supports and assists clinical faculty in the development of clinical and classroom
teaching skills, curriculum materials, and evaluation of student performance. Facilitates
faculty instruction of students in the didactic/clinical courses.
Students:
Serves as a role model of professional nursing leadership for students in the
track. Participates in the orientation of FNP students to the GSN and track. Monitors
academic and clinical progress of FNP students. Collaborates with the Assistant Dean of
Student Affairs & Enrollment Management related to the progression of students and
attainment of graduation requirements.
Recruitment:
Collaborates with the Admissions Coordinator in the recruitment of
qualified students for the FNP tracκ. Reviews student applications and interviews
candidates for admission to the FNP tracκ. Makes recommendations regarding candidates
to the GSN Director of Admissions and the Academic Standards and Admissions
Committee. Participates in the orientation of students to the track. Clarifies GSN policies
through communication with students.
Evaluation:
Monitors the track to ensure that the GSN evaluation plan is implemented.
Reviews evaluation data with faculty teaching in the FNP track and with the Director of
Nurse Practitioner programs. Recommends changes and improvements to the track
based on evaluation data
This 1.0 FTE, benefited position. Required Current certification as a Family Nurse
Practitioner Doctoral degree (DNP). Candidates with a doctoral degree in nursing or
related field, prior teaching experience, an active program of practice and/or scholarship
are preferred. Salary and rank is commensurate with previous experience. The position
will remain open until filled. UMass Medical School is committed to being an equal
opportunity and affirmative action employer and recognizes the power of a diverse
community. We encourage applications from protected veterans, individuals with
disabilities, and those with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds to
consider UMass Medical School as their employer of choice.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMMS recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Chan recognizes the added value of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. |