Assistant Dean of BSN

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Dean to lead and manage our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at our Brookline campus in Phoenix, AZ.

This position will be responsible for the site supervision, development, planning, coordination, organization, implementation and evaluation of the nursing program activities.

• Plans, develops, manages, updates and evaluates all aspects of the program including but not limited to:
  • PN program budget
  • Faculty and staff
  • Clinical site liaison
  • Curriculum development and implementation
  • Program compliance with Board rules and regulations; site visits
  • Student advocate
  • Program policies and procedures
  • Faculty and student handbooks
• Supplies and equipment to meet program objectives
• Prepares data and other written materials for all required state and Board requirements: reports, proposals, self-studies, surveys and site visits
• Ensures that all student and faculty records on site are initiated and maintained in all phases of student academic status; works with Human Resources to maintain required documentation of faculty and staff qualifications
• Assists with identifying and obtaining outside resources for the nursing program
• Develops and implements program policies and procedures.
• Organizes and serves on program committees
• Oversees admission process and orientation
• Writes articulation agreements with nearby colleges detailing accepted course equivalents for the purpose of transferring into Eagle Gate, Provo, and the College nursing programs
• Effectively serves as liaison between community and the college
• Accepts other duties as indicated to ensure consistency and meeting needs of students and programs
• Develops and ensures that educational partnerships and contracts with clinical sites are initiated and maintained
• Performs and/or delegates a clinical site evaluation that includes a thorough assessment on the ability of the agency to provide Clinical experience that meets the objectives for application of theory and clinical course objectives. The assessment includes an analysis of risk, hazards and safety of all students, as well as ensuring adequate staffing to handle clinical objectives
• Meets with specific clinical faculty or agency educational representative to discuss and confirm number of students, faculty assignments, dates, times, clinical rotations, and clinical objectives. Completes and forwards BRN clinical approval forms as required prior to initiating clinical rotations
• Ensures that evaluations by students, clinical sites representatives, and faculty at completion of each clinical rotation and provides summary report to the Dean, Chief Academic Officer, and shares same with Advisory Committee
• Ensures the minutes of inter-agency meetings are maintained.
• Participates in Nursing faculty recruitment, hiring and orientation
• Actively participates and or ensures that nursing faculty meetings are conducted on a regular basis and adequate records and minutes of the meetings are maintained
• Participates in conflict resolution for faculty and students.
• Initiates and maintains community relationships; advocates for and markets the programs
• Monitors quality of instruction and participates in faculty and program review, evaluation, and strategic planning.
• Maintains membership and participates in activities of professional associations
• Interacts with other college entities as a representative of nursing interests such as counseling, registration and financial aid
• Provides advising support and degree planning assistance to potential student
• Provides input and ensures that students are properly oriented to nursing skills lab and clinical facilities prior to initiating clinical rotations
• Manages student appeals and grievances per policy
• Participates in the planning and review process for the recruitment and admission of qualified nursing students
• Advises and provide academic support to nursing students as indicated
• Assures that all students have completed the necessary documentation and met the requirements for graduation and licensing exam
• Conducts Nursing Advisory Committee meetings.
• Student performance in program, NCLEX licensing and job placement rates

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current and unencumbered licensure
• Masters of Science in Nursing Degree Required or BSN with previous teaching experience, currently enrolled
• Able to meet the faculty requirements set by Board of Registered Nursing in the state in which you will work
• Experience which demonstrates: Current knowledge of nursing practice; ability to mentor students; strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• One (1) year adult instruction experience preferred
• A documented background in educational methodology consistent with teaching assignments including but not limited to education theory and practice, or current concepts relative to specific subjects he or she will be teaching, or current clinical practice experience, or distance education techniques and delivery
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and other MS office products as needed

Why is This a Great Opportunity

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• 2 Weeks’ starting Vacation per year. Increasing based on years of service with company
• 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday
• 401K with a Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance at 1x’s your annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program