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Come join the Prism family! The Director of Nursing oversees the Nursing Program. He/she is directly responsible and accountable for the fulfillment of the mission, educational goals, objectives and policies of the Nursing Program. The Director maintains the academic requirements required to ensure compliance with the regulations of the New Jersey State Board of Nursing (NJBON). The DON manages the effectiveness, student satisfaction and efficient operation of all activities of the department, and will be responsible for meeting or exceeding all regulations and standards of the state and the accrediting commission.Description of Responsibilities:Oversee the approved Nursing ProgramProvide leadership for nursing faculty and staffPromote a positive, professional work environmentCoordinate the assigning, supervising and evaluating of the nursing facultyMeet the academic needs of the studentPromote and support student retention goals and student success with the NCLEX examDirect and participate in the educational planning for faculty and staffDirect and maintain student advisementGenerate program reports as requiredServe as a liaison between the nursing instructors and School ManagementParticipate in professional meetings, activities and organizationsAssure student advising are completed per company policy to assure satisfactory progress towards graduation requirements of the programConduct evaluations of performance as required according to company policyAttend all pinning and graduation ceremonies as scheduled by the campusDemonstrate management and communication skills, and the knowledge and ability to judge instructors' competenceEnsure newly hired faculty receive an experienced faculty member who facilitates the orientation period of the newly hired faculty member. Actively engage in student affairs and ensure sound educational instruction is being delivered in accordance with industry best practicesMaintain an environment conducive to the teaching/learning processQualifications:Master's Degree in Nursing, with experience in nursing, nursing education and educational administration required.Evidence of professional leadership within Nursing.Excellent communication skills.Current RN license in the State of New Jersey.Minimum of five years' work experience in nursing.Three years management experience in Nursing Education and educational administration.Experience:nursing: 5 years (Preferred)management: 5 years (Preferred)