Taking the leap from clinical practice to academic faculty: A beginner's guide. Issue 9 (September 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Korkosz, Jennifer A.; Fuller, Andrea J.; Sheehy, Susan B.; Taylor, Laura A.; Seibert, Diane C.; Johnson, Heather L.
• Is Part Of: Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Volume 32:Issue 9(2020)
• Page Start: 630
• Page End: 637
• Publication Date: 2020-09
• Subjects: Academic -- advanced practice nurse -- faculty -- role transition; Nurse practitioners -- Periodicals; Nursing -- Periodicals; 610.730692
• DOI: 10.1097/JXX.0000000000000320
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2327-6886

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Exploring new roles and responsibilities available to clinicians offers a path to renovate a nurse practitioner's career. The role of academician and nurse faculty broadens career horizons, presents a sense of autonomy, and offers unique opportunities to teach, participate in research, build leadership skills, and contribute to the health care delivery system at a higher level. Advance practice nurses often consider a shift to academia but are concerned about the unfamiliarity of the entire process. This article offers elements a clinician will likely encounter throughout the transition to a faculty role. These include expectations for the application and interview, negotiating for a position, and orientation to the role of an academic.