You Can Change the Life of One to Care for the Lives of Many! At Galen College of Nursing, we educate and empower nurses to changelives. Since 1989, we've dedicated our work to delivering high-quality nursing education with a student-first mindset. As one of the largestprivate nursing colleges in the country, we combine the support of a close-knit learning environment with the strength of a nationallyrecognized institution, HCA Healthcare. That same passion for excellence in the classroom extends to our offices. At Galen, you'llfind a culture deeply rooted in collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to improving the future of healthcare. Your work directlytouches the next generation of nurses, and your contributions help our students pursue their dream of a compassionate career. Ifyou're looking for a career where you can make a difference, grow professionally, and be part of a caring team, we'd love for you to applyfor the Associate Program Director position today! Click here to learn more aboutGalen!

Position Overview:

The Associate Program Director provides oversight and direction to applicants, enrolledstudents, faculty, and staff. The Associate Program Director will be responsible for the student-focused operational success of theprogram(s) in conjunction with the Program Director.

Key Responsibilities:

May be designated as nursing programadministrator role for regulatory agencies, state boards of nursing, and programmatic accreditors. Monitors program completion,retention, and student satisfaction data. Collaborates with retention committee, readmission committee, faculty, and support staffto foster student success. Oversee the admissions process of programs through review and selection of new applicants and readmissionapplicants. Provide administrative discipline and conflict resolution between program employees and/or students, under thedirection of the Program Director or Dean. Ensure students receive adequate faculty coaching and mentoring and assist with referralsto the school counselor. Participate in graduation ceremonies. Participates in Student Advisory Committee meetings andcollaboratively develops action plans based upon student input. Oversee and assist with the hiring, training, and mentoring ofprogram faculty and staff, under the direction of the Program Director or Dean. Review curriculum regularly in collaboration withfaculty to ensure proper content is taught. Facilitate nationally-normed exam testing for program students. Constructschedule of classes, assignment of clinical sites, and assignment responsibilities for faculty, providing classroom instructionpersonally, as needed. Observe faculty and students in classroom, clinical, and laboratory settings to evaluate quality ofinstruction and/or classroom environment. Evaluate adequacy of testing with the nursing program and student performance on theNCLEX®, as applicable. Active member of committees, as assigned. Keep Program Director and Dean apprised of student andfaculty needs, issues, and concerns in a timely manner. Participate in routine nursing leadership meetings.

PositionRequirements:

Education:

Minimum qualification of a master's degree with a major in nursing is required; doctoral degreepreferred. Knowledge that includes an understanding of the educational objectives and experiences of student nurses, an understanding of theclinical practice of nursing, knowledge of the diverse organizational environments in which nurses practice, and knowledge of the types ofclinical sites needed to meet course content and objectives.

Unencumbered Licensure:

Applicable state as a RegisteredNurse.

Special Qualifications:

Three (3) years of recent clinical experience, excellent organizational and problem-solving skills,strong oral and written communication skills, ability to interpret learning experience needs of students and match them to the capabilitiesof clinical placement agencies, excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to be creative and innovative, and proficientcomputer skills in order to collect and analyze data. Must be able to work independently and autonomously. Able to recognize a need andaddress it with minimal direction.

Physical/Mental Demands and Work Environment:

Position requires mental activity, reading,planning, preparing, evaluating, and decision making. Physical demands in classroom and office are minimal and considered sedentary workwith occasional lifting and/or carrying such articles as records, files, and books (10 pounds maximum). Operation of standard officeequipment such as phone, computer, classroom projector, Scantron, and printer/scanner, occurs on a frequent basis. Physical demands in theclinical area may include lifting, pulling, pushing, kneeling, stooping, crouching and bending or any other related activity. Benefits At Galen College of Nursing, we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer a comprehensive package of medical, dental,and vision plans, tuition discounts, along with unique benefits, including: Comprehensive medical coverage that covers manycommon services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicineservices and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage,flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance,identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more. Free counselingservices and resources for emotional, physical, and financial well-being 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based onyears of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock Family support through fertility and familybuilding benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for children, elders, and pet care, home and auto repair,event planning, and more. Consumer discounts through Abenity. Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services, andpreferred banking partnerships. Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependentscholarships). Colleague recognition program. Time Away from Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- andshort-term disability coverage and leaves of absence). Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage tofull-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more aboutEmployee Benefits.

Note:

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Galen College ofNursing is recognized as a 2023 National League of Nursing (NLN) Center of Excellence (COE).

Galen's Compassionate Care ModelValues Inclusivity:

I foster an environment that provides opportunity for every individual to reach their fullpotential.

Character:

I act with integrity and compassion in all I do.

Accountability:

I own my role and acceptresponsibility for my actions.

Respect:

I value every person as an individual with unique contributions worthy ofconsideration.

Excellence:

I commit myself to the highest level of quality in everything I do. Learn more about our vision and mission . Experience the HCA Healthcare difference wherecolleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful,compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunitybelow: Associate Program Director Galen College of Nursing