Jennifer Tran, PhD, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, CNS
Assistant Professor, CNS Director
Jennifer Tran, PhD, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, CNS, is a nurse practitioner, educator, and military officer dedicated to improving health care access for underserved populations. Raised in El Monte, California, she began her service career at seventeen when she enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving as a hospital corpsman from 2001 to 2007. Following her honorable discharge, she pursued a career in nursing and advanced her education, ultimately earning a PhD in Nursing from Azusa Pacific University.
Tran currently serves as an assistant professor at Azusa Pacific University, where she integrates faith-informed principles into her teaching and mentorship. She previously contributed to the MSN-FNP program at the University of Southern California and remains committed to preparing the next generation of healthcare providers. In clinical practice, she works in street medicine with Healthcare in Action, providing care to individuals experiencing homelessness. She continues her military service as a Nurse Corps officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve, supporting the health and readiness of service members and their families. Her professional interests include homelessness, veterans’ mental health, and workforce development through mentorship and education. Committed to service, she strives to expand access to care and advocate for vulnerable communities.
Education
- TNT Addiction Medicine Fellowship, University of California Irvine, 2027
- Post-Master Certificate Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, University of Pennsylvania, 2027
- Post-Master Certificate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Spring Arbor University, 2024
- PhD, Nursing, Azusa Pacific University, 2022
- Post-Master Certificate Family Nurse Practitioner, Azusa Pacific University, 2015
- MS, Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist, Azusa Pacific University, 2013
- BS, Nursing, Azusa Pacific University, 2009
- BA, Psychology, National University, 2007
- AS, General Education, Vincennes University, 2005
Credentials/Certifications
- Family Nurse Practitioner National Board Certification, American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner National Board Certification, American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Family Nurse Practitioner, California Board of Registered Nursing
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, California Board of Registered Nursing
- Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist, California Board of Registered Nursing
- Registered Nurse, California Board of Registered Nursing
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Heart Association
Academic Area
- School of Nursing
Expertise
- Street Medicine (NP)
- Veteran Health (NP)
- Family Primary Care Health (NP)
- Psychiatric Mental Health (NP)
- Adult/Gerontology (CNS)
Courses Taught
- GNRS 503 – Cultural Competency in Health Care
- GNRS 520/520P – Theory and Practice of the Clinical Nurse Specialist in Nursing Care of Adult-Gerontology Patients + Practicum
- GNRS 521/521P – Clinical Specialization in the Care of Adult-Gerontology Patients + Practicum
- GNRS 543/543P – Transitions Across the Care Continuum + Practicum
- GNRS 548 – Health Promotion Across the Lifespan
- GNRS 592A – Primary Health Care Adult and Aging Family Practicum
- GNRS 592B – Primary Health Care Clinical Practicum
- GNRS 593/593P – Psychosocial Primary Health Care of the Adult and Aging Family + Practicum
- GNRS 597 – Comprehensive Exam Directed Study
- GNRS 602 – Primary Health Care II: Population-based Health Interventions
- GNRS 612L – Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning Lab