Merrimack College-posted 3 months ago
Full-time • Senior
Andover, MA
Educational Services

The Undergraduate Nursing Program Director will be responsible for the development and direction of the undergraduate nursing program. The Director administers the undergraduate nursing program for 100% of their time coordinating the day to day operations of the program and will ensure that the undergraduate nursing education program is in compliance with all the laws and regulations of the State Board of Registration in Nursing. The Program Director is a member of the nursing faculty and is expected to attend nursing department meetings, collaborate on curriculum, assessment and other academic issues with the faculty. The Program Director provides administrative oversight to the undergraduate nursing program in collaboration with the Academic Dean of Nursing.

  • Participates as a member of the Nursing leadership team in advancing the mission of the School, College and the Department.
  • Serves on Department, School and College committees.
  • Provides leadership for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program by creating an environment that is supportive of students, faculty and staff in meeting the mission of the department and outcomes of the BSN program.
  • Collaborates with the faculty to review and revise policies and procedures for effectively managing all components of the undergraduate nursing program in accordance with the College accreditation and state regulatory policies and procedures including program admission, retention, and completion to ensure fair treatment of prospective and enrolled students.
  • Reports to and confer with the Academic Dean of Nursing on regular intervals regarding the management of the undergraduate program including policy and procedure issues related to students, faculty, academic and clinical experiences and recommendations for ongoing improvement of the Program.
  • Advises the Dean and Senior Nursing Administrator on the expenses related to the undergraduate program.
  • Collaborates with the clinical placement coordinator to ensure clinical sites for students.
  • Represents the College, SNHS and DON at external meetings as directed by the Dean for the purposes of developing collaborative relationships with community partners, donors and other stakeholders.
  • Serves as a member of the faculty participating in department and College committees and shared governance.
  • Monitors progression of students throughout the program.
  • Assists in the coordination of course scheduling and student advisement.
  • Collaborates with faculty, leadership and College services to support student success throughout the program.
  • Provides leadership while collaborating with faculty to ensure the systematic evaluation plan of the undergraduate nursing program is maintained.
  • Reviews program evaluation data with faculty and staff, department and school leadership regarding the outcomes of the undergraduate nursing program.
  • Collaborates with faculty and leadership to make recommendations for improvements to the undergraduate program based on evaluation data.
  • An earned doctoral degree in Nursing.
  • Hold a current Massachusetts Registered Nurse license in good standing.
  • Possess a minimum of 5 years full-time nursing experience with at least 3 years full-time experience, or its equivalent, in nursing education in a Registered Nurse Program or post-licensure graduate nursing education program.
  • Effective interpersonal skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proven strong organizational ability.
  • Current valid unencumbered MA RN license.
  • Experience in nursing education at the BSN level.
  • Exceptional organizational ability with great attention to detail.
  • Experience with computerized software systems, including but not limited to Google suite and Microsoft Office.
  • Proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff and external affiliates both orally and in writing.
  • Work effectively as part of a team.
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