Assistant Director of Nursing

Posting Details Position Information Position Type Faculty Job Title Assistant Director of Nursing Classification Title Instructor Campus Location ASU Searcy Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Assistant Director of Nursing provides leadership and administrative support for the nursing programs within the Nursing Department, including the Practical Nursing (LPN), Registered Nursing (RN), and Patient Care Technician (PCT) programs. The position supports program operations, accreditation compliance, faculty coordination, and student success while teaching a half-time instructional load. The Assistant Director assists the Director of Nursing in overseeing curriculum delivery across multiple campuses and online learning environments and helps coordinate clinical education experiences in local community healthcare facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Academic Leadership and Program Support Assist the Director of Nursing in the administration and coordination of the LPN, RN, and PCT programs. Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of nursing curriculum across multiple delivery formats including face-to-face, hybrid, and online instruction. Ensure compliance with state board of nursing regulations, accreditation standards, and college policies. Participate in program review, strategic planning, and continuous quality improvement initiatives. Assist with scheduling of courses and faculty assignments across multiple campuses. Faculty Support and Supervision Provide guidance and mentorship to full-time and adjunct nursing faculty. Assist with faculty orientation, evaluation, and professional development. Support instructional quality and consistency across courses and campuses. Clinical Education Coordination Assist in developing and maintaining partnerships with local healthcare facilities for clinical placements. Support coordination and oversight of student clinical experiences. Ensure clinical placements meet regulatory and accreditation standards. Teaching Responsibilities Teach a half load of nursing coursework each semester in classroom, laboratory, simulation, or online environments. Develop course materials aligned with program outcomes and accreditation standards. Evaluate student learning and provide academic advising and support. Student Support Participate in student recruitment, retention, and progression initiatives. Assist with student advising and program orientation. Address student concerns in collaboration with faculty and the Director of Nursing. Program Assessment and Compliance Assist with accreditation preparation and reporting. Collect and analyze data related to program outcomes, including licensure pass rates, retention, and job placement. Support preparation of reports required by regulatory and accrediting bodies. Service and Institutional Participation Serve on college committees as assigned. Participate in community outreach and workforce partnership initiatives. Represent the nursing programs within the college and the broader healthcare community. Required Qualifications Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution. Current unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license (or eligibility for licensure in the state). Minimum 3-4 years of clinical nursing experience. Prior teaching experience in nursing education. Knowledge of nursing accreditation standards and regulatory requirements. Preferred Qualifications Doctorate in Nursing or a related field (DNP, PhD, EdD). Experience with community college nursing programs. Administrative or program leadership experience. Minimum Salary or Salary Range $55,233 + $8,000 Nursing Stipend + $8,000 Assistant Director Stipend Physical Activities Stand regularly Walk regularly Sit occasionally Use hands to finger, handle, or feel regularly Reach with hands and arms regularly Climb or balance occasionally Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl occasionally Talk or Hear continuously Taste or smell frequently Physical Exertion Up to 10 pounds regularly Up to 25 pounds frequently Up to 50 pounds occasionally Up to 100 pounds More than 100 pounds Vision Requirements Does this position have any special vision requirements? Check all that apply. Close vision, Distance vision, Color vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, Ability to adjust focus Posting Detail Information Background Check Statement This position will be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry background check. In cases where pre-determined, an additional financial/credit history/ background check may be required as well. Convictions that have been sealed or legally eradicated and misdemeanor convictions for which probation was completed and the case was dismissed, will be excluded. Disclosure does not constitute an automatic bar to employment. Factors such as dates of the offense, seriousness and nature of the violation, rehabilitation and position applied for will be taken into account. Background Check Requirements Both ASU Beebe EEO Statement Arkansas State University-Beebe shall provide equal opportunity for employment to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, and shall strive to achieve full and equal employment opportunity throughout our campuses for faculty and staff. Our goal is to foster a workplace community where individuals are valued for their diverse backgrounds and differences. Posting Number

F2772014

Open Date 05/19/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to

Applicants NOTE:

If you are a veteran, disabled veteran, or spouse of a deceased veteran and would like Veteran's Preference, we will need to see proof of status in order to grant that. Please see Veteran's Preference section of the application for specific proof. Applicants for this position with ASU-Beebe must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with ASU-Beebe such as

H1-B, F-1

(CPT/OPT), TN or any other status. U.S. Department of Labor Know Your Rights https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights-ScreenRdr.pdf Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf (English) https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlasp.pdf (Spanish) Employee Polygraph Protection Act https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf Supplemental Questions