Job Summary:

The Assistant Dean/ Program Director of Nursing assists the Dean of Nursing with the management of administrative functions of the college of nursing. Collaborates with Dean on planning college strategic initiatives and activities contributing to the college's success. The Assistant Dean/ Program Director provides administrative leadership in areas of curriculum development, College of Nursing assessment and improvement, clinical and lab oversight, and facilities planning and management under the direction and supervision of the Dean of Nursing.

Job responsibilities:

• Monitor the College of Nursing's progress toward instructional program goals, to include accreditation standards and NCLEX pass rates.
• Assist in supervising and managing the collaborative work of the faculty and staff to define programmatic and institutional goals.
• Lead and coordinate faculty members' efforts in assessing learning outcomes and other assessment activities.
• Assist with the accreditation process for programs and/or courses.
• Ensure that program advisory committees meet as required (at least quarterly), that appropriate membership lists are current, and minutes are kept up to date.
• Monitor and evaluate clinical sites through oversight of the Clinical Team to meet the College of Nursing's census and evaluation outcomes.
• Oversee the mentoring of adjunct faculty.
• Assist in determining parameters of faculty goals and ensure they are met annually.
• Act as the initial administrative representative in mediating and documenting complaints, issues and/or concerns regarding academic issues and/or issues between students and faculty.
• Articulate policies and procedures of the College with the requirement of the State Board of Nursing for Texas pre-licensure program(s) and of the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education for the post licensure program(s).
• Maintain the integrity and academic quality for the College of Nursing through the planning, development, implementation, evaluation and improvement of programs, including review of curriculum and systematic evaluation plans as needed.
• Develop and provide for continuing evaluation of clinical agencies and the agreements and contracts necessary for the implementation of the program.
• Manage the day-to-day administration of the College of Nursing, including maintaining RN student files, advising, curriculum management and development, clinical partnerships/scheduling, and hiring/training and direct supervision of CON faculty.
• Develop, maintain, and participate in student advising activities. This includes advising prospective and current students enrolled in health professions programs as well as advising pre-clinical health science students.
• Supervises activities in the Clinical Simulation Lab to ensure quality improvement and overall student success
• Punctually attend and positively contribute at all staff meetings, project team meetings, professional development, In-Service and special events.

Education and Training:

Master's Degree in Nursing required and DNP or other doctoral degree in the field of nursing preferred. Experience in the areas of nursing practice, nursing education, and educational administration required. Experience in the process of

TBON/CCNE

accreditation, curriculum development and review required. Demonstrated administrative experience with program planning and evaluation. Must possess leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively represent the faculty, instructional support staff, and administrative staff within the academic division.

Technical Requirements:

Strong organizing, planning, networking, documenting, team building, verbal and written communication skills, and computer literacy. Able to work in various environments to include Classroom, Lab, Clinical to meet the needs of the students within the College of Nursing.

Pay:

From $90,000.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person