Program Director - VN

Pacific College•Lakewood, CA

About The Position

The Program Director directs operations of the Vocational Nursing (VN) program at the Costa Mesa campus, including planning, implementing, and evaluating the program and its faculty. The Director collaborates with campus Directors, leaders, and team members on policy making, curriculum development and revision, and student-centered procedures. The College’s vision, mission, and core values guide the Director’s decision-making and actions. The role includes faculty and staff supervision, management of personnel and resources, oversight of regulatory and accreditation compliance, and preparation of reports for governing agencies. The Director supports student success through advising, counseling, and coordination with faculty and student-support personnel. Travel to the Costa Mesa campus is required for meetings and other needs. Evening and weekend availability is required as needed because Vocational Nursing classes are held during those times.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Nursing.
Three to five years of teaching experience.
Three to five years of progressive leadership experience, including supervisory experience and prior experience with curriculum, academic programs, and development and growth of academic initiatives.
Licensed or eligible for unrestricted Registered Nurse licensure in California.
Knowledge of applicable nursing laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures, including BVNPT requirements.
Knowledge of state laws and regulations related to licensure, certification, and accreditation.
Knowledge of administration, supervision, and training principles and practices.
Interpersonal skills involving tact, patience, and courtesy.
Ability to interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships.
Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Ability to meet schedules and timelines and direct maintenance of reports and files.
Ability to use local and national labor market data to identify trends and regional healthcare provider needs.
Effective oral and written communication skills, including preparing complex proposals and presentations.
Ability to operate a computer and use Microsoft Office and the Windows Operating System.
Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Ability to travel to the Costa Mesa campus for meetings and other needs as required.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate degree.

Responsibilities

Serve as an ambassador for Pacific College and promote collaboration with campus and community partners.
Recruit, supervise, develop, and direct faculty to keep curricula current and ensure consistent delivery in an environment conducive to learning.
Supervise and evaluate assigned staff; interview and participate in employee selection; train, counsel, and discipline personnel according to established policies and procedures.
Verify faculty licensure by reviewing official documents.
Travel to the Costa Mesa campus for meetings and other needs as required.
Manage personnel, budgets, and other resources accountably and efficiently.
Ensure LVN program operations comply with applicable state, federal, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and accreditation standards.
Direct the preparation and maintenance of narrative and statistical reports, records, and files related to program activities and personnel.
Generate documents requested by BVNPT, WSCUC accreditation, and other governing agencies.
Participate actively in program evaluation and curriculum revision.
Promote student success by advising and counseling students and facilitating communication and satisfactory relationships between students and faculty.
Participate in student success meetings with faculty, the NCLEX Coordinator, and coaches; provide Record of Nursing Program (RONP) reports to the BVNPT.
Lead department meetings and serve on governance committees.
Share chairing monthly vocational nursing faculty meetings with other campus Directors.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Be available to work evenings and weekends as needed.