Nursing Program Director
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The College is seeking applicants to fill the position of Nursing Program Director. This position is full-time, administrative and salaried. The pay range is $49,000 to $61,000 and is augmented by a competitive, fringe benefits package. Start date is ASAP.
Application materials will be accepted until the position is filled, however, it is anticipated that review of materials will begin October 6, 2008. In order to be considered for this position, the following documents are required. (No fax please.)
- A letter of application indicating how you meet the required qualifications
- A current, comprehensive resume
- FVCC Application Form (PDF)
- Authorization for Release of Information Form (background check PDF)
- EEOC Applicant Self-Identification Form (optional PDF)
- All transcripts (copies are acceptable now, however, official transcripts mailed directly from institution to institution will be required at time of employment offer)
- Names, addresses, phone numbers of five professional references
Please send your application materials to:
Human Resources
Flathead Valley Community College
777 Grandview Drive
Kalispell, MT 59901
AA/EEO
Position Description Summary
The Nursing Program Director is an administrative position with teaching responsibilities that provides program leadership for the Practical Nursing program in compliance with Montana Board of Nursing guidelines. The Director is responsible for program accreditation, curriculum development, and supervision of faculty within the program. This position reports to the Vice-President of Instruction.
Reporting to this position are the following:
- Nursing faculty
- Administrative assistant
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Administer the Practical Nursing program, which includes hiring and supervising faculty, recruiting and advising students, developing curriculum and maintaining state accreditation with outcomes assessment activities.
- Teach nursing courses appropriate to background and expertise.
- Serve as liaison for the program within the nursing and medical community and within the college.
- Lead advisory board meetings.
- Collect data for program evaluation.
- Prepare and present reports for the purpose of accreditation.
- Maintain current standards of teaching and clinical settings as required by the Montana Board of Nursing guidelines.
- Assist with the coordination of CNA classes and instructors.
- Expand the nursing program following state guidelines and prepare required proposals for the Montana Board of Nursing.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- The director will meet the qualifications outlined by the Montana Board of Nursing, which includes a current unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Montana and a master’s degree with a major in nursing or a minimum of a baccalaureate degree in nursing, supplemented by courses in curriculum development, principles and methods of teaching and measurement and evaluation.
- Experience with curriculum development.
- At least two years of experience in nursing education, including didactic and clinical teaching.
- Ability and willingness to provide quality customer service.
- Demonstrate ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
- Effective organizational and leadership skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of use of technology in a learning environment.
- Must be able to travel within Montana.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with nursing accreditation.
- Extensive understanding of the nursing educational process.
- Knowledge of the mission of community colleges and their role in nursing education.
- Excellent public speaking skills and experience in speaking to diverse groups.