Assistant / associate professor

As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent’s College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges–2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools–2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. DHCON Faculty Position – Post BSN to DNP (FNP track) Program The Dr. Susan L. Davis, RN, & Richard Henley College of Nursing (DHCON) at Sacred Heart University is seeking applicants whose primary teaching responsibilities will be in the Post BSN to DNP hybrid program with a focus on family nurse practitioner. Our faculty also teach in the PM DNP Hybrid program with an emphasis on either leadership or education. Candidates with expertise in primary care, pediatrics, and/or women's health are encouraged to apply. We are currently searching for a 9-month faculty appointment with rank and tenure commensurate with background and experience. The candidate should be current in clinical practice as a nurse practitioner. Doctoral clinical project advisement will be required. Faculty will be assigned to hybrid courses that require on campus day-long intensives and online portions as well as on campus College of Nursing committee representation. Flexibility and a willingness to teach summer courses is required. Faculty must be local to the university so that they can be available for office hours and faculty meetings and other necessary faculty functions. Requirements:
The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:

• Current registered nurse and advance practice nurse practitioner licenses in Connecticut.
• Current national board certification as a family nurse practitioner.
• Current APRN clinical experience, preferably as a primary care provider
• Doctoral degree in nursing or related field required.
• Previous teaching experience in a family nurse practitioner program required.

Additionally, the successful candidate will be able to contribute to a College environment based upon mutual respect and collegiality and will value the University's Catholic identity, tradition and spirit, and will support the University's commitment to community service, strategic planning, and the intellectual and ethical development of all students. Additional Information:
The Davis & Henley College of Nursing is accredited by the CCNE and offers a BSN, RN to BSN completion, RN to MSN and MSN with tracks for administration, nursing education, family nurse practitioner, and clinical nurse leader, Post BSN to DNP with family nurse practitioner focus and a Post-Master's DNP program. The Davis & Henley College of Nursing is now located in the new Center for Health Education facility, featuring a state-of-the-art nursing simulation and clinical skills labs. Please visit for more information about the Davis & Henley College of Nursing. Ecumenical in spirit and led by the laity, Sacred Heart University is dedicated to excellence in academics and to the Catholic intellectual and liberal arts traditions. We are looking for individuals who value the University's Catholic identity, tradition and spirit, and support its commitment to the intellectual and ethical development of our students. Application Instructions:
Applicants must submit a complete curriculum vitae, a letter specifically relating the CV to the requirements of the position, and three letters of reference. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Only online submissions will be considered. Questions regarding this position may be addressed to Dr. Dorothea Esposito, Program Director for the Post BSN to FNP/DNP Hybrid program, Dr. Susan L. Davis, RN, & Richard Henley College of Nursing, Sacred Heart University. 5151 Park Avenue, Fairfield, CT 06825; Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.