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Position Title
Director of Nursing
Campus
Plainfield
Department
Practical Nursing
Full-time, Part-time, Adjunct
Full Time
Exempt or Non-Exempt
Exempt
Regular,Temporary, or Grant
Regular
General Description
Under the supervision of the Dean, the Director of the Nursing Program is responsible for the administrative functions of the Program, including planning, implementation, and evaluation. In addition, the Director prepares course schedules and recommends teaching assignments for all Practical Nursing faculty and oversees the budget.
Characteristics, Duties, and Responsibilities
Plans, develops, and administers the Practical Nursing Program in accordance with state law and regulation, accreditation standards, and College policy.
Oversees and manages administrative tasks of the Practical Nursing Program, such as agency contracts, criminal history background checks, and health clearance.
Oversees student concerns/complaints for the program.
Oversees the admission and orientation process.
Plans and oversees outcomes assessment for nursing.
Ensures that the Student Handbook and related program documents are accurate and reflect College procedures.
Develops appropriate schedules of course offerings for the Practical Nursing Program.
Maintains a nursing curriculum that is current, relevant, and directed at program learning outcomes.
Oversees curricula to ensure currency and relevancy.
Manages all health-related grants, including Perkins, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, etc. - maintains budgets, completes reports, attends meetings, and advises students.
Recommends staffing of all nursing faculty.
Assists in nursing classroom instruction and evaluation.
Collaborates with the Allied Health coordinators on shared tasks, such as clinical agreements, health requirements, uniforms and criminal background checks.
Conducts Advisory Committee meetings for the nursing program.
Coordinates faculty professional development.
Analyzes program outcomes data
Collaborate with faculty on efforts such as accreditation and Board of Nursing reports
Prepares required program and college reports
Participates on College Committees, including Middle States.
Oversees the human, fiscal, and programmatic resource needs for practical nursing and related grants.
Represents the College in activities that involve nursing on a state, regional, and national basis.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Dean.
Education Requirements
Master's Degree in Nursing required.
Experience
Three years successful teaching experience in a Licensed Practical Nursing Program or other nursing programs/schools.
Three years successful experience in the Administration of a Nursing Program (LPN or RN) and/or Allied Health.
Competencies and Skills Required
Familiarity with Microsoft Office
Understanding of and commitment to the mission of a comprehensive community college.
Commitment to student success.
Ability to assist a diverse student population in a positive and supportive manner.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Strong interpersonal, administrative, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of College practices and management skills.
Commitment to Licensed Practical Nursing.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
This position's duties are normally performed in a typical interior/residence work environment, based on the activity scheduled.
Some physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
Some travel is required.
Salary
$120,000 - $130,000
Additional Information
UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination, as required by state and/or federal law, in all programs and activities, including employment and access to its career and technical programs.
UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ is an EEO/AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled
Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits. We also offer twenty vacation days, ten paid holidays, and a ten-week summer work schedule which allows the college to close on Fridays. Other additional benefits include gym privileges, tuition remission for credit and non-credit courses at UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ, and tuition reimbursement for an approved degree program at an accredited college or university.
Terms of Employment
Full Time. Flexible schedule to meet department needs. Some evening, weekends, and extended hours will be required. Ability and willingness to travel on short notice to all on and off-campus sites as needed by the college. Employee must establish primary residency in New Jersey within one year of appointment unless an exemption applies.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
04/25/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes