Quincy College - Plymouth, MA

posted 4 days ago

Full-time - Manager
Plymouth, MA
Educational Services

About the position

This position is fully on-site. Under the direction of the Dean of the Academic Division of Nursing, the Director of Nursing for the Plymouth Campus is the manager of all operations of the Nursing programs at the Plymouth Campus and for the Plymouth Nursing Laboratories. The responsibilities of this position include collaboration with faculty and staff in the development, coordination, and implementation of the nursing curriculum; processing nursing student issues, teaching and advising, monitoring of academic standards for the nursing programs and participating in ensuring that the curriculum meets all applicable regulatory or accreditation standards. Facilitate an atmosphere conducive to scholarly collaboration and pursuits; preserving academic standards; planning and goal setting; leading and directing the work of others; assisting in the implementation of the College's Strategic Plan; participating in Nursing Program department weekly and/or monthly meetings, Advisory Board as well as college wide committees as assigned. Work in collaboration with other members of the Nursing Division leadership and staff to ensure consistency in program implementation of class, laboratory, and clinical experiences at the Plymouth campus. He/she will contribute to the assessment and evaluation of all full-time and limited part-time (adjunct) faculty. The incumbent will perform other duties as assigned by the Dean; and must demonstrate leadership and management of the nursing programs, to include initiative in maintaining a positive learning environment and improving the quality of instruction and program outcomes through active participation in ongoing Systematic Evaluation Plan (SEP) activities.

Responsibilities

  • Manages and oversees daily operations of programs for Plymouth Campus and Laboratories.
  • Demonstrates leadership and knowledge in the program field to cultivate a learner-centered environment and to foster excellence.
  • In collaboration with the Nursing Laboratory Lead for the Plymouth Campus, responsible to oversee the Nursing Skills and Simulation Laboratories.
  • Ensures the implementation of the academic program(s) leading to achievement of student learning outcomes.
  • Collaborates with faculty to establish goals and objectives to meet the nursing program needs inclusive of faculty, students, and curriculum.
  • Identifies current practice trends in collaboration with the Nursing Laboratory Lead for nursing faculty to implement in the nursing laboratory environment.
  • In collaboration with the Nursing Laboratory Lead, oversees the maintenance of nursing laboratory standards of practice and divisional protocols.
  • Collaborates with the Dean to review, evaluate and process student issues, academic misconduct issues, student discipline, and student complaints.
  • Serves as a mentor and facilitator for faculty; and promotes an environment which fosters creativity, responsiveness, and self-responsibility.
  • Participates with other members of the division in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating nursing the nursing curriculum.
  • In collaboration with the Dean of Nursing, Associate Dean of Nursing, assists in the recruitment, hiring and orientation of Plymouth Campus LPT Faculty and staff in collaboration with the Human Resources Department.
  • Evaluates Plymouth Nursing staff as designated by the Dean of Nursing.
  • Assists in the assessment and evaluation of full or part-time faculty.
  • Assesses student performance issues and refer to other members of the Nursing Division or Student Services as needed.
  • Assists faculty who conduct student classroom/clinical failure meetings and refer to the Dean of Nursing as needed.
  • Maintains communication with members of the Division of Nursing on both the Quincy and Plymouth campuses.
  • Maintains open lines of communication with the Dean of Nursing and Dean of the Plymouth campus.
  • Collaborates with college personnel and staff of community partnerships.
  • Assists in the preparation of inter- and intra-communications.
  • Demonstrates motivation, self-direction, and perseverance toward achieving the philosophy and mission of the College and the Nursing Program(s).
  • Continues to improve expertise in professional nursing through academic study and other appropriate activities.
  • Attends Mass/Rhode Island League Nursing (MARILN) and Plymouth Networking Group meetings as directed by the Dean of Nursing.
  • Collects data as requested by the Dean of Nursing for SEP, accreditation, and self-study reports.
  • Participates in meetings of the Nursing Program Advisory Committee and other nursing/college committees as needed.
  • Maintains a consistently high level of performance and professional development in the position.
  • Participates in mandatory training/coursework.

Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university required.
  • Current Massachusetts RN license in good standing.
  • Possess a minimum of five years (5) full-time nursing experience, or its equivalent, within the last eight years, with at least three years' full-time or part-time experience in teaching and leading in a nursing academic setting.
  • Understanding of the registered and practical nursing roles and demonstrated commitment to Associate Degree and Practical Nursing Education.
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Ability to meet higher education and clinical site CORI requirements pursuant to licensing and CHSB regulations.
  • Health requirements: Two MMR's or positive titers indicating immunity, Completed Hepatitis B series and/or positive titer indicating immunity, Varicella antibody titers, TD within 10 years, Annual negative PPD or Chest X-ray within 7 years for positive responders, Annual flu shot; and full Covid-19 vaccination.

Nice-to-haves

  • Doctorate in nursing.
  • Experience in curriculum development, nursing regulatory and accreditation standard adherence, and use of multimedia teaching strategies.

Benefits

  • Equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
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