Undergraduate Nursing Program Director

Overview

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 full-time, coordinating day-to-day operations, and will ensure compliance with the laws and regulations of the State Board of Registration in Nursing.

• Provide leadership for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program by creating an environment supportive of students, faculty and staff to meet the mission and program outcomes.
• Collaborate with faculty to review and revise policies and procedures for managing all components of the undergraduate nursing program in accordance with College accreditation and state regulatory policies, including program admission, retention, and completion.
• Report to and confer with the Academic Dean of Nursing on regular intervals regarding program management and recommendations for improvement.
• Advise the Dean and Senior Nursing Administrator on undergraduate program expenses.
• Collaborate with the clinical placement coordinator to ensure clinical sites for students.
• Represent the College, SNHS and DON at external meetings to develop collaborative relationships with community partners, donors and other stakeholders.

• An earned doctoral degree in Nursing
• Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse license in good standing
• Minimum of 5 years full-time nursing experience with at least 3 years full-time experience in nursing education in a Registered Nurse Program or post-licensure graduate nursing education program

• Experience in nursing education at the BSN level
• Exceptional organizational ability with attention to detail
• Experience with computerized software systems, including Google Suite and Microsoft Office
• Proven ability to meet deadlines
• Effective oral and written communication with students, faculty, staff and external affiliates
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Doctorally prepared nurse with minimum 5 years full-time nursing experience, including at least 3 years in nursing education in a RN program or post-licensure graduate nursing education program. Leadership experience and experience with nursing education regulation and accreditation are preferred. Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Current valid unencumbered MA RN license.

Administrative:
School of Nursing and Health Sciences

• Participates as a member of the Nursing leadership team in advancing the mission of the School, College and Department.
• Serves on Department, School and College committees.

Undergraduate Nursing Program Administrative

• Provides leadership for the BSN program by creating an environment that supports students, faculty and staff to meet the department mission and program outcomes.
• Collaborates with faculty to review and revise policies and procedures for managing all components of the undergraduate nursing program in accordance with accreditation and state regulatory policies, including admissions, retention, and completion to ensure fair treatment of prospective and enrolled students.
• Reports to and confers with the Academic Dean of Nursing on a regular basis regarding program management, including policy and procedure issues related to students, faculty, academics and clinical experiences, and recommendations for ongoing program improvement.
• Advises the Dean and Senior Nursing Administrator on undergraduate program expenses.
• Collaborates with the clinical placement coordinator to ensure clinical sites for students.
• Represents the College, SNHS and DON at external meetings to develop collaborative relationships with community partners, donors and other stakeholders.

Faculty Responsibilities

• Serves as a member of the faculty participating in department and College committees and shared governance

Students

• 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

Evaluation

• Provides leadership while collaborating…