Director of Nursing Education
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Practical Nursing to lead and manage our Practical Nursing Program. This role is responsible for overseeing all program operations, ensuring compliance with Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing regulations, fostering faculty success, and driving quality outcomes for students. The Director will serve as a key leader, mentor, and liaison between the college, faculty, students, and regulatory agencies. The ideal candidate will be a strong advocate for nursing education, with a proven track record in program administration, curriculum oversight, and faculty development.
Requirements
- Current registration as a Professional Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) required; advanced degree preferred.
- Graduate from an approved school of professional nursing.
- Minimum of two years' experience in nursing practice.
- Experience in nursing education and educational administration, preferably in aPractical Nursing Program.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and inspire faculty and students.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Practical Nursing Program, ensuring academic excellence and student success.
- Maintain compliance with all Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing rules, regulations, and reporting requirements.
- Oversee program budgets, resource allocation, and operational planning.
- Develop, review, and maintain clinical contracts; ensure faculty and students meet all clinical requirements.
- Prepare required self-studies, annual reports, and regulatory submissions.
- Recruit, hire, and onboard nursing faculty; ensure all hold current valid nursing licenses and meet educational/experiential qualifications.
- Mentor new faculty and assign mentors as needed; support faculty through their first year and beyond.
- Conduct faculty evaluations and maintain accurate personnel records.
- Identify and facilitate faculty professional development opportunities.
- Schedule courses, teaching assignments, and clinical rotations each semester.
- Ensure necessary classroom, lab, and clinical resources are available to support learning experiences.
- Teach a minimum course load at least one semester per year.
- Support students through the licensing application process and submission of required documentation.
- Maintain accurate student and program records in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that promotes student engagement and achievement.
- Participate in leadership activities within the nursing and nursing education community.
- Attend continuing education workshops, conferences, and seminars to stay current with best practices.
Benefits
- 401(k), with company match
- Tuition assistance: Available to all employees with at least one year of service, for those enrolled in job-related, accredited, degree or certificate level courses
- Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Ample paid vacation and sick time
- 10-12 paid holidays per year
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Continuing education, professional development opportunities, retreats, and training
- Annual holiday party and office outings
- Wellness workshops and activities and access to the Employee Assistance Program
- Dress-down Fridays
- Employee referral bonus
- Reimbursement of eligible mileage and travel expenses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
