Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary: $94,164.00 - $115,810.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Kentfield, Indian Valley (Novato) &/or Online, California

Description:



Priority Application Deadline: February 7, 2014

To ensure your application's successful submission, please follow the steps in our Online Employment Application Guide and be sure to attach all of the documents listed in the Required Application Documents section below. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

This position is full-time, 11 months per year.

Reporting to an educational dean, the Director of Nursing serves as the first-line administrator and program planner for a variety of instructional and learning support services related to the nursing and fire technology/emergency medical technician training programs. The Director is responsible, as a member of the District management team, for building and fostering a collaborative consultation process in the planning, implementation and evaluation of instructional and learning support programs for these programs, including department budgeting, research, reporting, accreditation recommendations and standards, student outcomes assessment, program review, technological advancement, and fiscal accountability. The Director administers and implements District policies, collective bargaining agreements, Equal Opportunity statutes, State and Federal codes, hospital, medical and other local laws and regulations as applicable, to assure compliance throughout all department learning programs, services and activities, and their fiscal management, in order to support and foster the District mission.

Essential Functions:

Confer with deans and other managers and staff to plan, implement and evaluate short- and long-range strategies, goals and objectives for curriculum, student learning programs, projects, staffing, accountability, safety, services, activities, and facilities utilization. Research, recommend, develop and foster partnerships with other educational institutions, State and local medical agencies and organizations, hospitals and other medical facilities, medical and community organizations, government agencies, corporations and local businesses, in conjunction with other administrators, faculty and staff.

Collaborate with deans, faculty and staff to develop class schedules and student learning support programs, pursuant to proper course articulation policies and standards, student diversity, State and local medical training standards and regulations, enrollment services, licensing and certification standards, student needs, and program requirements. Collaborate with academic and student support program managers, faculty and appropriate staff to build, foster and advance student-centered programs, services and activities that are integrated with division goals and objectives.

Direct, supervise and evaluate the work of supervisors, coordinators and staff, in compliance with collective bargaining agreements, District policies and established procedures. Plan and project short- and long-range staffing requirements in conjunction with senior administrators, faculty chairs and staff. Design and recommend services and activities that comply with and foster advancement of Equal Opportunity policies and procedures. Provide leadership in the development and implementation of department communication channels and participatory governance.

Plan, train, direct and coordinate safety procedures and regulations related to off-site student learning programs. Collaborate with hospital and other medical staff regarding student nursing internships, credit course work, work-study on-site experience, and other activities, student supervision and activity coordination.

Provide leadership and participate in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of department budgets, under direction of academic deans and other staff. Research, develop, recommend, implement and evaluate externally funded initiatives and opportunities. Plan and recommend resource allocations that support instructional and student support programs including staffing, technology, facilities and fiscal accountability.

Research, develop, collaborate and prepare grants and other external funding proposals. Administer categorically funded budgets. Compile data for, prepare and present financial, statistical, demographic and other regular and special reports. Direct and monitor faculty and staff work on funding initiatives.

Participate with deans and other management staff in shared governance consultations and collaboration with senate and other faculty groups on a variety of institutional issues. Provide guidance to, receive, and present recommendations from faculty senate and other representative organizations, as applicable, regarding the planning, implementation and review of academic programs, services, activities and related matters.

Research, develop, and recommend advancements in the use of computer and instructional technology across all department curriculum, programs and services, and in the administration and implementation of student learning programs, reporting, services and activities.

Use a variety of computer software to set up, compose and maintain program documentation, student files, correspondence, demographics and statistical information, State and other required reports, informational materials, department equipment and materials inventory, and other data.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements & Desirables:



REQUIREMENTS

1.) A Master's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in nursing, education or administration;

2.) A minimum of one year's experience in a nursing education administrative position with validated performance of administrative responsibilities consistent with section 1420(h);

3.) A minimum of two years' experience teaching in pre- or post-licensure nursing programs;

4.) At least one year's experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care;

5.) Equivalent experience and/or education as determined by Board;

6.) Clear and active Registered Nursing License issued by the Board;

7.) Extensive experience in public contacts that has demonstrated skill in respectful and sensitive communication with people who are diverse in their cultures, language groups, abilities, lifestyle and backgrounds. Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS

• Previous experience in higher education leadership that has included curriculum and student support program development in Nursing; health education internship or similar student training programs; coordinating the work of staff; and experience in budget development and maintenance.


• Previous experience as an instructor, counselor or related faculty position.


• Working knowledge of the State and Federal codes, statutes and regulations that govern California community college instructional and student learning programs of health education, including licensing and certification requirements as specified by the Board of Registered Nursing.


• Demonstrated skill in shared governance and collaboration with faculty, administrative and classified staff.


• Demonstrated skill in the practical use of computer and instructional technology to facilitate and support student learning and staff productivity.


• Demonstrated skill in written communication, including reporting and funding proposals.


• Demonstrated skill in oral communication, including public speaking and group meeting facilitation.


• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a management team.

PHYSICAL/OTHER REQUIREMENTS

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following physical, mental and other abilities are required in order to perform the essential functions of this classification: complex data comparison, analysis, and synthesis; attention to detail; exposure to chemicals and fumes; public speaking to small and large groups; persuasive communication; negotiation; multi-tasking; flexibility; adaptability; tact and sensitivity.

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

A. Cover Letter

B. Resume

C. Copy of college transcript conferring Bachelor's degree (select "Bachelor's Transcript" as the attachment type)

D. Copy of college transcript conferring Master's degree (select "Master's Transcript" as the attachment type). If you hold additional degrees beyond the Bachelor's and Master's level, please attach a copy of your transcript conferring these degrees as well.

NOTE: Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application purposes, as long as they confer the degree and show the coursework taken and grades achieved. An official transcript would be required upon hire.



FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS: All foreign degree credentials must be evaluated by a third party to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major, and the Foreign Credential Evaluation must be attached to your application before your application will be considered. Not attaching your Foreign Credential Evaluation will render your application incomplete. Evaluations should include a course-by-course evaluation and provide the name of the institution attended, a description of your credentials, the major field of study, and the U.S. equivalent for each credential. For a list of evaluating agencies, visit the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Note: Even if you obtained your graduate degree(s) in the U.S., you must attach a Foreign Credential Evaluation for your undergraduate degree if it was obtained outside the U.S.

Supplemental & Salary Information:

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-time Equivalent: 1.0 - full-time

Months per Year: 11

CLASSIFICATION CATEGORY

The Director of Nursing is an educational administrative position, and in compliance with all applicable sections of the California Education Code, Board of Registered Nursing (RN), and Department of Transportation (EMT), serves as Program Administrator.



SALARY INFORMATION

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Grade: MGMT 5

Salary Range: $94,164.00 - $115,810 annually. Background and experience will determine placement.

Please refer to the Management Salary Schedule on our Human Resources web site for detailed information.

TO APPLY: http://jobs.marin.edu

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