BSN Dean - Tucson, United States - Bridgeway Professionals Inc

Description

We are looking for a Campus Dean, BSN Program to join our team.
The Dean is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of the nursing program meet and maintain the accreditation standards.

She/he reviews data such as student retention and make and implement plans to improve recruitment, retention and the student experience.

The dean oversees the finances of the department, which can include seeking funding and grants to fund the nursing program.

In general, 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:

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
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

Must hold a current RN license in the state where the campus is located
A master's or higher degree from an accredited college or University that includes course work in nursing, education or administration
A minimum of two years of experience in an administrative position
A minimum of two years of teaching experience in pre- or post-licensure nursing programs
At least two years of experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care and/or equivalent experience as determined by the Board
Demonstrated leadership skills
Excellent skills in oral and written communications
Committed to diversity, as defined by state law.
Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people and institutions
Leadership style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
Ability to utilize computer-based resources
Demonstrated ability to build consensus
Experience in supervision, planning, budget preparation and maintenance
Additional Information


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
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