PROGRAM DIRECTOR, NURSING

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-Time, 52 weeks

CLASSIFICATION: Career Plan

ANNUAL SALARY: $65,000 - $70,000 based on skills, qualifications, and experience. Generous benefit package (as described below).

FLSA STATUS: Salary/Exempt

HOURS: Mon - Friday: 8 am. to 4:30 p.m. Average 37.5 hours. Hours vary and may include limited evenings and weekends.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled

APPLY ONLINE AT:  www.sc4.edu

JOB SUMMARY: The Nursing Program Director will provide leadership and coordination of all Nursing Programs including the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program, Practical Nursing (PN) Program, and ADN Transition Program. The Nursing Program Director is responsible for ensuring each of the Nursing Programs maintain approval/accreditation with the Michigan State Board of Nursing and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate the preparation of appropriate licensing board reports and approval/accreditation visits of the Michigan State Board of Nursing and Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) to maintain full approval/accreditation status.
• Evaluate student applications and make recommendations for student selection to nursing programs in accordance with established guidelines.
• Provide academic oversite that meets national accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with faculty to facilitate student-centered learning environments and services that promote student success.
• Understand and effectively convey information about the latest trends, practices and regulations pertaining to the nursing profession.
• Support new technologies available to nursing education and maximize the use of simulation training in the nursing programs.
• Participate in the evaluation process for part-time faculty in the nursing programs.
• Plan and oversee continuing medical education opportunities for nursing faculty.
• Assist with budget preparation for the nursing programs.
• Ensure compliance and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to the Dean of Health Sciences.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree in nursing. PhD in nursing preferred.  
• Current Michigan License as a registered nurse or eligibility for Michigan licensure required.
• Experience in administration/management in nursing with a minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience [five (5) years preferred].
• Knowledge of operational issues of health care organization, health care reform, and regulatory requirements.
• Leadership experience preferred.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong interpersonal, analytic, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for the implementation of emerging nursing-related technologies, including simulation.
• Team player, advocating and exemplifying a cooperative approach to solving problems.
• Ability to foster relationships with community partners.
• Respect and empathy for a diverse population.

GENEROUS BENEFIT PACKAGE AVAILABLE UPON FIRST DAY OF EMPLOYMENT; PER CURRENT CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT 

Thirty-eight (38) days paid time off upon hire

Four-day work weeks during the month of June 2020

Fourteen (14) paid holidays/day closed throughout the year (includes time off from December 24 through New Year’s Day)

Employer-paid travel and accident, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance

Four medical health plan options:

• Three (3) high-deductible plans at no cost to the employee, with employer paid HSA contributions
• One (1) traditional plan with low monthly fee

Reimbursement payments for those declining medical and/or dental insurance

Up to $500 vision/hearing allowance

Two (2) retirement options, 100% vested upon hire

Scholarship for employee, spouse and/or dependent children to attend SC4 credit classes covering full cost of registration fee, tuition, and technology fee (when applicable).

Funds for professional development, memberships, tuition, travel and conferences each year

Required Skills Required Experience