Program Director Nursing

SUMMARY: The Program Director shall oversee and manage the operations of the Practical Nursing program. The Program Director shall be proficient in program administration, curriculum design, instruction, evaluation, budget planning, faculty mentoring, and accreditation processes. The Program Director must possess strong leadership and communication skills to effectively meet the needs of students, faculty, and the healthcare community.QUALIFICATIONS:Masters in Nursing, minimum

Current, unrestricted State RN LicenseAcademic leadership experience, minimum 2 years

Full-time teaching experience, minimum 2 years

Full-time nursing practice experience, minimum 4 years

Familiarity with accreditation processesESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Work with faculty, Clinical Coordinator (if applicable), Dean of Academic Affairs, Regional Academics, Program Chair, and the Campus President to assure program effectiveness

Identify trends within the profession to include: best practices, industry changes, new technologies, and other significant factors indicative of curricula or course revision/updateParticipate in budget planning (maintain operational equipment, resources, and instructional/training tools)Provide input and updates to program section of the schools master plan

Maintain a systematic plan of evaluation, reflective of on-going faculty assessment of student learning outcomes and program outcomes

Conducts reviews with faculty to assess program textbooks, training materials, program evaluation tools, student projects, and assignments

Observe, evaluate, and monitor faculty/staff performance and provide feedback in a timely manner

Conduct regular departmental meetings to discuss program effectiveness and methods for improvement

Attend regular curriculum meetings, College faculty meetings, and Advisory Board meetings

Cultivate relationships with clinical sites, and evaluate and assure clinical education effectiveness

Review Clinical scheduling and provide oversight of the Clinical Coordinator (if applicable) or act has Clinical CoordinatorWork with campus Librarian to maintain current books, periodicals, and electronic resources relevant to the professional discipline

Maintain current knowledge of the professional discipline and educational methodologies through continuing professional development

Utilize the staffing model to proactively identify hiring needs

Back-up of Nursing faculty, as needed.BUSINESS CONTRIBUTIONS:The Nurse Administrator/Program Director utilizes their professional expertise to enhance, develop, maintain, and deliver education experiences to students:Create inclusive process that engages faculty in curriculum enhancement and development

Facilitate student engagement and enhance participation in student governance

Assess student's academic progress and assist faculty in providing developmental feedback and/or customized remediation plans

Work with faculty to prepare budget and equipment requests

Work collaboratively with other departments.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands are those required in a professional office setting and higher education, demonstrating procedures and techniques, and getting to and from appropriate classes and offices.WORK ENVIRONMENT:Professional office setting: moderate noise levels and controlled indoor climate.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.LOCATION:This position is an onsite position located at your campus unless otherwise determined by the Office of the Executive Director. Any changes must be reviewed by the Campus President and all final approvals must come from the Office of the Executive Director.BENEFITS401(k) 401(k) matching

Dental InsuranceHealth InsuranceVision InsurancePaid time off