FT Assistant Director of Nursing

Position Summary: The Assistant Director of Nursing is responsible for the coordination of the nursing expansion program, including the admission and advising processes, student retention and remediation activities, and collaborating with the Director of Nursing to perform program assessment and evaluation.

 

 

 

Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

 

This position includes a $20,000 nursing impact stipend in the above wages.   

**This position is grant funded.

**Salary based on FY24 Salary Schedule pending Governing Board Approval. 

 

 

 

Duties and Responsibilities: Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position:

 

 

 

Coordinates the nursing expansion project with the Director of Nursing and the Dean of Nursing and Allied Health.

 

 

 

Provides oversight of the nursing program admissions and advising process in conjunction with the advising department; advises students of program requirements, policies, and academic progress; teaches classes as assigned

 

 

 

Performs program assessment, and evaluation of outcomes in collaboration with the director; of nursing and CNA Coordinator.  Communicates with clinical site managers, nursing associate faculty, college administrators, colleagues, updates nursing policies in accordance with established regulations and standards

 

 

 

Assists with developing alternative teaching strategies to support varied learning styles in both the lab and clinical areas; plans and implements strategies for retention; oversees the collection of data related to student retention and retention strategies

 

 

 

Provides NCLEX and CNA State Examination preparation to students and assists them in using program resources to achieve success

 

 

 

Works collaboratively with the Office of Institutional Effectiveness in conducting surveys for the nursing programs

 

 

 

Represents the college and the nursing program at state and regional meetings, conferences and/or seminars; participates in professional organizations

 

 

 

Performs other related duties as assigned

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

General Expectations: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.

 

 

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

 

Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education

 

Current Arizona professional Registered nursing license or ability to obtain

 

Two years’ experience teaching as a full-time nursing instructor or in nursing administration

 

Three years’ professional work experience employed as a registered nurse

 

Valid AZ drivers' license and ability to obtain clearance to drive under the college's insurance policy

 

Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card

 

 

 

An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities has been achieved may be considered.

 

 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

 

Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures

 

Knowledge of current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications

 

Working knowledge of nursing practices and the Arizona State Board of Nurse Practice Act

 

Knowledge of management practices and principles

 

Knowledge of academic advising protocol

 

Knowledge of program management and development

 

Skill interpreting and applying national accreditation regulation, standards and/or policies

 

Skill in supervisory practices and techniques

 

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationship with other department staff, faculty, and students and the public

 

Skill in presenting ideas and concepts orally and in writing

 

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner

 

Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations

 

Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detail

 

Ability to work independently while contributing to team environment

 

Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions and take appropriate action, resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes

 

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other department staff, students and the public

 

Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions

 

 

 

Work Environment: Work is primarily performed under general supervision in a typical classroom or office setting with appropriate climate controls. Travel, evening and weekend work may be required.

 

 

 

 

 

Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.

 

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met

 

 

 

Mental Application:  Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important

 

 

 

Reports to:  Director of Nursing