Assistant Program Director

Great Bay Staffing Group•Alhambra, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Nursing Program Associate Director to join our dynamic healthcare education team. This pivotal leadership position combines strategic program management with hands-on teaching, offering the opportunity to shape the next generation of nursing professionals while advancing nursing education excellence. The ideal candidate will bring extensive clinical nursing experience, proven academic leadership, and a passion for student success to this rewarding role.

Requirements

Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution with coursework in nursing, nursing education, or healthcare administration
Minimum of 3 years of nursing program leadership or administrative experience
Minimum of 3 years full-time faculty experience in pre-licensure or post-licensure nursing programs
At least 1 year of teaching experience in an online or distance learning environment
Minimum of 4 years continuous full-time RN direct patient care experience in one or more of the following specialty areas within the last 5 years: geriatrics, medical-surgical nursing, mental health/psychiatric nursing, obstetrics, or pediatrics
Current, active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license from the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN)
Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills
Demonstrated action-oriented approach with innovative problem-solving abilities
Adaptable and flexible in dynamic educational environments
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet critical deadlines

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Nursing Program Director in planning, developing, managing, and evaluating all aspects of the nursing curriculum and program operations
Coordinate clinical education experiences including site selection, faculty assignments, rotation schedules, and clinical matrices
Prepare comprehensive data reports and written materials for state regulatory bodies, Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) reports, accreditation self-studies, surveys, and site visits
Assess and evaluate clinical agency partnerships to ensure alignment with course objectives and student learning outcomes
Manage all Facility Approval Applications and ensure timely approval prior to student clinical placements
Monitor and ensure timely completion of student theory and clinical evaluations by nursing faculty
Maintain comprehensive evaluation records from students, clinical sites, and faculty for continuous quality improvement
Support strategic planning initiatives and assessment of instructional programs
Lead quality improvement efforts to enhance instructional delivery and student learning experiences
Verify faculty compliance with clinical policies, procedures, and best practices for student clinical experiences
Review and update student learning materials regularly to reflect current evidence-based nursing practice
Ensure student academic records are maintained according to institutional policies and regulatory requirements
Identify and secure external funding sources and resources to support nursing program growth
Stay current with emerging healthcare technologies, nursing education trends, and safety regulations
Provide academic advising and program planning support to prospective and current nursing students
Verify students complete all graduation requirements and NCLEX-RN licensing exam prerequisites
Teach nursing theory or clinical courses approximately 50% of the time
Perform additional duties as assigned to support program excellence