Duke University, School of Nursing
Position ID:
Duke-School of Nursing-ADANP [#32126]
Position Title:
Associate Dean for Advanced Nursing Practice
Position Type:
Non tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Durham, North Carolina 27708, United States of America
Subject Area:
Salary Range:
N/A
Appl Deadline:
2026/06/28 23:59:59* (listed until 2026/06/28)
Position Description:
Position Description
Duke University School of Nursing Job Title: Associate Dean for Advanced Nursing Practice Department: Office of Academic Affairs Supervisor: Vice Dean for Academic Affairs Applications must be received by June 28, 2026. Occupational Summary: The Associate Dean for Advanced Nursing Practice (AD-ANP) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for advanced nursing academic programs (MSN, DNP) at the Duke University School of Nursing. The AD-ANP will collaborate with the directors of the MSN and DNP majors and clinical specialties, the Elected Program Committee members, and various student-focused offices (admissions office, enrollment management office, student success center, student services, clinical placement) to ensure continued success in the advanced nursing practice programs (MSN, PGC, DNP, DNP-NA). Key responsibilities include strategically planning program oversight, innovation and development of evolving competency-based advanced (AACN Essentials Level 2 competencies) nursing curriculum that promotes curricular efficiency; recruitment, retention and progression of advanced nursing students; preparing and managing budgets; supervising and mentoring the ANP support staff; and ensuring regulatory compliance with academic program credentialing/certification organizations (i.e. CCNE, COA). The AD-ANP, in partnership with Faculty Governance Association (FGA) committees, Assistant Deans of Advanced Nursing Clinical Excellence and Advanced Nursing Scholarship, and staff, will collect, analyze, and report outcome data (completion rates, employment rates, certification rates) to ensure full compliance with CCNE benchmarks and expected outcomes outlined in DUSON’s Academic Evaluation Plan. The AD-ANP will also collaborate with key stakeholders to foster a positive student experience that results in the successful completion of APRN certification preparation and engagement as alumni. The AD-ANP will work closely with the Associate Dean of Professional Nursing (PN), the Vice Dean of Academic Affairs, and the faculty to strategically design, implement, and evaluate contemporary, evidenced-informed, student-centric advanced nursing academic programs (considering clinical hour requirements, seamless progression for students to terminal degree and ensuring new competencies are embedded in the curriculum). The AD-ANP will also champion AI integration into daily administrative operations and the teaching-learning environment. The AD-ANP reports to the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs. This is a full-time appointment with effort allocated as 45% to this administrative role, 45% to teaching, and 10% to service. This position requires onsite presence in Durham, North Carolina 1-2 days per week. Key Responsibilities & Duties Additional Responsibilities: • Serve on various DUSON and University committees as assigned. • Collaborate with student organizations, affinity groups and student organizations to build a sense of community. • Dissemination and participation in local, state and national professional meetings • Participate in advanced nursing recruitment events and conferences • Represent the DUSON at professional meetings and events that inform Advanced Nursing curriculum, programming, credentialing, policies and emerging trends Education: Licensure and professional practice as an advanced practice nurse is required. A graduate degree in nursing is required; a doctoral degree in nursing or related field (education, public health, or related field) is also required. The ability to achieve productive relationships with other administrators, directors, and students and to understand and implement complex University and DUSON academic requirements, policies, and procedures is essential. Certification as an advanced practice registered nurse (NP, NA, CNM, CNE) is required. Experience: Requires 3 to 5 years of experience in an academic nursing environment. Progressive leadership/administrative experience is preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: • Strong organizational skills. • Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills, with a particular need for excellent writing ability. • Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, exercise sound judgment, and discretion. • Demonstrated ability to work and communicate well with faculty, students, alumni, administration, and university officials. • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. • Demonstrated problem-solving skills. • Reasonable technology skills, including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software. For questions regarding this position, please email Dr. Barbara S. Turner, Vice Dean of Faculty Affairs and Development at barbara.turner@duke.eduDuke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Please note that Duke specifically seeks information about past misconduct or policy violations (in the past ten (10) years) and/or relevant pending investigations as part of the application process. Disclosures will not be an automatic bar to hiring but, instead, will initiate further dialogue regarding past actions and steps taken to address them. Disclosures will not be shared with search committees during the application review process.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses
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And anything else requested in the position description.
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