"Nurse Practitioner Subject Matter Experts and Course Mentors-Communications"

The W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing and Health Professions at Thomas Edison State University invite applicants for Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Course Mentors (or course facilitators) in the Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner tracks. Course Mentors and SMEs are expected to possess in-depth knowledge and expertise in the NP discipline, enabling them to meet the challenges of adult and distance education pedagogies and foster self-directed learning. The W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing and Health Professions seeks professionals who are committed to program quality, academic integrity, student success, and diversity. As independent contractors, Mentors and SMEs at Thomas Edison State University are responsible for delivering support and guidance to our students.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A terminal degree such as a Ph.D, Ed.D, or D.N.P. or progress toward a terminal degree
• Licensed NP with prescriptive authority in any U.S. state
• Five years of NP practice experience
• One year of experience teaching in academia
• National certification as a psychiatric-mental health, family, adult, adult-gerontology primary care or pediatric nurse practitioner
• Maintains current practice as a nurse practitioner
• Demonstrated commitment to participating in an inclusive, equitable and diverse campus community

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the use of learning management systems/Web-based educational tools
• Experience with course development

We are currently seeking experienced individuals to participate in a wide array of academic projects including course facilitation, course development and revision. Successful candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. TESU is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Please email a cover letter along with a current C.V. to W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing and Health Professions at nursing@tesu.edu. Please reference the specific content area in the subject line in your email. Approved mentors will need to obtain a Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN). Candidates must be U.S. residents.