Program Director ASN

About the position

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. The position is located at Mercy College of Ohio and involves coordinating all aspects and activities of the Associate Degree Nursing Programs in Toledo and Youngstown. The role includes responsibilities for organization, administration, periodic review, planning, development, new program development, revision, and general effectiveness of the Associate Degree Nursing Programs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for program oversight along with administrative operations including faculty and staff development and evaluation, workload, sequencing of courses and/or clinical sites, budget preparation and management, and coordination of the program advisory committee while keeping the Academic Dean continuously informed and involved.
• In collaboration with the Academic Dean and faculty colleagues, develops and implements curriculum and completes internal and external review, assessment, and institutional effectiveness processes including but not limited to annual reports and accreditation reports; and maintains all necessary components of program accreditation.
• According to current Faculty rank, teaches, serves (program, division, faculty, college, and community) and engages in scholarship.
• Collaborates with colleagues and participates in student recruitment, retention, advising, and other success initiatives to support students.
• Develops, supports, and leads ongoing projects and new initiatives and new programs (program, division, college) independently and as assigned.
• Participates in the selection, orientation, and evaluation of faculty.
• Maintains current knowledge of trends, best practices, and educational methodologies in nursing. Serves as a resource and professional model for faculty, staff, and students within the program and a collegial partner to colleagues at the College.

Requirements

• Graduate Degree (Masters) in Nursing or related field. If Master's is not in nursing, must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Current unencumbered Ohio Registered Nurse license.
• At least five years of experience in the practice of nursing as a registered nurse.
• Experience as a faculty member with 3 years of progressive leadership in higher education.
• Experience teaching in a nursing program.
• Knowledge of curriculum design, program administration, evaluation and instruction.
• Skillful in interpersonal, oral, and written communication.
• Competent in appropriate use of computer technology and software, including MS Excel, MS WORD, PowerPoint, electronic email and the internet.
• Knowledge of the Ohio Board of Nursing regulations and accreditation standards.
• 5 years of progressive leadership experience including supervisory experience as a coordinator of academic initiatives within an academic program.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to manage through shared decision-making.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of students.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to maintain confidences.
• Commitment to the concepts of innovation.
• Understands and supports team building strategies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more