Chair of the Department of Advanced Nursing

Position Number:	tbd
Requisition Number:	2013F045
Job Open Date:	12/13/2013

Department:

Advanced Nursing Studies

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Purpose of Position:

The Department of Advanced Nursing Studies, in the College of Health Professions at Northern Kentucky University, invites applications for the position of Department Chair. This department includes the post licensure programs: RN-BSN, Master of Science in Nursing, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice. This is a twelve-month position for an individual with qualifications commensurate with the rank of Associate or Full Professor.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Chair will promote the continued development of our programs and vision, serving as a catalyst for change in the area of program expansion. The Chair will also lead department efforts in infrastructure support, online and on-campus program outreach and development. The Chair maintains standards for professional accreditation and collaborates with the College and University to sustain strategic planning and priorities consistent with the NKU mission and core values. Responsibilities of the Chair's position are outlined in the Chairs Handbook (http://deptchairs.nku.edu).

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will:

• Possess the Master of Science degree in Nursing and a doctoral degree in nursing or related field.


• Be currently licensed and eligible for licensure in Kentucky


• Demonstrate knowledge, skills and abilities in the areas of operations and management of an educational program including accreditation, personnel, and budgetary responsibilities.


• Demonstrate strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; able to work effectively in a transdisciplinary environment, fostering consensus and collaboration among faculty and staff

Application review will begin 01/31 and continue until the position is filled:

To apply, candidates must submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, references, and their philosophy of education.

For further inquiries contact:

Caroline Reardon

PRINCETON ONE

TELEPHONE: 636-728-1797

Email: Caroline.Reardon@PrincetonOne.com

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

It is Northern Kentucky University's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity for all persons and to take the necessary actions needed to recruit, employ, train, promote, and retain qualified faculty and staff, including members of protected groups. Discrimination against any individual based upon protected status, which is defined as age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic, or veteran status, is prohibited.

Minimum Education:

Doctorate

Preferred Education:

Doctorate

Open Until Filled:

Yes

It is Northern Kentucky University’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity for all persons and to take the necessary actions needed to recruit, employ, train, promote, and retain qualified faculty and staff, including members of protected groups. Discrimination against any individual based upon protected status, which is defined as age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic, or veteran status, is prohibited.

by Shane Turner via NursingFacultyJobs.com