Job No. 158796
- Job Title:
- Full-Time Faculty - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Employer:
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Goodwin College
- Location:
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East Hartford , OH
- Posting Date:
- 16-Jun-2026
- Description:
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Description
The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.
Position Description Summary/Purpose:
Goodwin University is seeking an DNP prepared candidate to fulfill the role of Assistant Professor in the Family Nurse Practitioner track of the master's program in the Nursing department starting in August 2026.
Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:
(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)
Instructing up to fifteen (15) credits per semester (three semesters per year)
Leading on-campus immersion weekends for FNP students
Assisting students with securing clinical placements, including precepting Goodwin students in your clinical practice as you are able
Supporting the maintenance of curriculum, program assessment and evaluation and accreditation standards.
Supporting nursing program through committee participation
Supporting MSN program in special projects under the direction of the MSN director
Directly reporting any concerns to Program Director
Cultivating and maintaining professional relationships with faculty, preceptors, and clinical sites.
Conducts all work in a safe and professional manner and all work safety practices are followed.
Other Functions:
Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.
Knowledge, Ability and Skill:
Demonstrated commitment to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and work in an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.
Strong planning and organizational skills
Work collegially in a team environment
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience:
Doctoral degree in nursing, with board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner
Active RN and APRN Licensure in the state of Connecticut
At least two years of experience working as an FNP
At least one year teaching experience at the collegiate level
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctorate in Nursing
Experience with Canvas or similar online Learning Management Systems
Experience with Typhon clinical documentation platform or similar
Experience with Shadow Health virtual simulation platform or similar
Dual certification as PMHNP
Full-Time Employee Benefits:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
401k employer match
Employee & dependent life insurance
Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
PTO program
Flexible work schedules / work from home opportunities