Jennifer Tran, PhD, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, CNS
Assistant Professor
Jennifer Tran, PhD, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, CNS, is a dedicated nurse practitioner, educator, and military officer committed to advancing health care for underserved populations. Born and raised in El Monte, CA, she joined the U.S. Navy at seventeen, serving as a hospital corpsman from 2001-07. After her honorable discharge, she pursued nursing, earning multiple degrees, including a PhD in Nursing from Azusa Pacific University.
She currently serves as an assistant professor at Azusa Pacific University, a Christian institution where she integrates faith-based principles into her teaching and mentorship. She previously taught in the MSN-FNP program at the University of Southern California and continues to guide future healthcare providers. Clinically, she works as a street medicine provider with Healthcare in Action, delivering compassionate care to individuals experiencing homelessness.
Her military service continues as a nurse corps officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve, where she provides care for service members and their families. Passionate about mentorship, research, and faith-driven service, Jennifer focuses on homelessness and veterans’ mental health. She remains dedicated to improving healthcare access, training future nurses, and advocating for vulnerable populations while upholding Christian values of compassion, service, and healing.
Education
- Post-Master Certificate Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, University of Pennsylvania, 2025
- 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
- GNRS 521/521P - Clinical Specialization in the Care of Adult-Gerontology Patients
- GNRS 543/543P - Transitions Across the Care Continuum
- GNRS 548 - Health Promotion Across the Lifespan
- GNRS 592A - Primary Health Care Adult and Aging Family
- GNRS 592B - Primary Health Care Clinical Practicum
- GNRS 593/593P - Psychosocial Primary Health Care of the Adult and Aging Family
- GNRS 597 - Comprehensive Exam Directed Study