UNIV-Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner -College of Nursing

Job Description
Summary

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

Job Description

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

In this unique role, you will:

• Spend 50% of your time practicing as a PMHNP within the MUSC Health system, keeping your skills sharp and patient care at the forefront of your work.

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

Key responsibilities:

• 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.

Key responsibilities:

• 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

At the MUSC CON, we are committed to investing in your growth and supporting your transition into this exciting role:

• Relocation Assistance: Support provided to help you settle into beautiful 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
Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to climb ladders. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 150 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 75 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 75 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift and carry patients weighing up to 300 lbs., assisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 200 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. Must be able to maintain bi-lateral hand movement skills. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Additional New Requirements: Ability to maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

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.

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