Director Nursing Services
About The Position
Grand Canyon University (GCU), a leading institution of higher learning in Phoenix, Arizona, is launching an Accelerated BSN (ABSN) program in Reno, Nevada. The College of Nursing and Health Care Professions is seeking a full-time Director, Nursing Services for this new site. The Director of Nursing Services will be responsible for the leadership and management of the hybrid ABSN learning site, working in collaboration with the university and healthcare partner(s). This role will oversee various nursing services, including scheduling, proctoring, skills laboratory, clinical placement and compliance, and simulation. The ideal candidate will collaborate across colleges and with industry leaders to promote human flourishing and contribute to the diversity of the academic community, integrating faith into their work.
Requirements
- Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university required
- Minimum of 5 years nursing practice with demonstrated evidence of accountability for outcomes
- Minimum of 3 years of progressive leadership experience, including supervision of personnel
- Minimum of 2 years teaching experience (must include clinical teaching) at the baccalaureate level or higher in nursing.
- Active, current, and unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in Nevada
- Must pass pre-employment background investigation
Nice To Haves
- Online teaching experience strongly preferred
- Academic leadership experience strongly preferred
- NLN certification as nurse educator (CNE) preferred
Responsibilities
- Plan, develop, and implement strategy for operational management and development of clinical, lab, and simulation activities to meet agreed organizational and university partner goals and outcomes.
- Establish and maintain appropriate organizational systems for measuring necessary aspects of operational management and development.
- Monitor, measure, and report on operational issues, opportunities and development plans, and achievements within agreed formats and timelines.
- Manage and develop direct reporting staff ensuring organizational and university partner qualifications, certifications, and requirements are completed upon hire and annually.
- Secure and manage equipment and supplies to ensure implementation of all clinical, lab, and simulation activities.
- Collaborate with Executive Director, Nursing Services to ensure delivery of services to students.
- Ensure activities meet with and integrate with requirements for quality management, health and safety, legal stipulations, environmental policies, and other regulatory compliance guidelines.
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- flexible spending accounts
- a 401K savings plan
- Generous time off plan
- 11 paid holidays
- Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events
- Education Tuition Discount Program for full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
