Director, School of Nursing

Director, School of Nursing

Job : 303571 Location: Columbus State University Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable).

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

School of Nursing

The School of Nursing in Columbus State University's College of Education and Health Professions invites outstanding candidates to apply for the position of Director of School of Nursing. This position is a twelve-month, tenure-track administration/faculty position.

The School of Nursing at Columbus State University graduates a diverse body of nearly 150 students annually. It offers a traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing for students seeking an RN license and three online degree programs: an RN-BSN for licensed RNs with an Associate degree; a Master of Science in Nursing (education, leadership, and information tracks); and a Master of Science in Nursing in Family Nurse Practitioner.

International opportunities are available with potential study abroad programs in Ireland and Ecuador.

Significant Duties &

Responsibilities include:

As the chief nursing administrative and academic officer, the Director's responsibilities include - Academic, fiscal, and human resource management within the School of Nursing.;
Overall leadership and direction for curriculum, scheduling, faculty and staff hiring and evaluation leading program review.;
Unit strategic planning and academic outcomes.;
Leading development and implementation of new programs making recommendations for resource allocations.;
Maintaining administrative faculty responsibilities (teaching, scholarship, and service).

Required Qualifications include:
The successful candidate must have an earned doctorate in nursing, or equivalent, from an accredited institution.;
Be eligible for appointment at the level of associate or full professor and with tenure.; A minimum of three years administrative or leadership experience.;
Demonstrated leadership in nursing or related positions.; A record of quality teaching, scholarship, and service.;
Hold a current license or be eligible for licensure as an RN in Georgia.;
Knowledge of and experience with accreditation of nursing programs.;
And a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications include: A demonstrated ability to provide vision, leadership, and advocacy for the university, college, school, programs, faculty, and staff; clinical leadership experience.;
And experiences working with and recruiting diverse populations.

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application addressing how the applicant meets the required and preferred qualifications.
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts from all institutions attended must be received by second round of interviews.) Official electronic transcripts are preferred and should be sent to Dr. Jan Burcham at . Paper official transcripts should be addressed to Dr. Jan Burcham, COEHP, 4225 University Avenue, Columbus, GA 31907
• Statement of Administrative Leadership Philosophy
• Copy of recent paper publication or presentation
• List of five references with current emails and phone numbers

If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Jan G. Burcham, Associate Dean, College of Education and Health…