Director of Nursing
St. Clair County Community College
Port Huron
JOB SUMMARY: The Nursing Program Director will provide leadership and coordination of all Nursing Programs including the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) Program, Practical Nursing (PN) Program, and ADN Transition Program. The Nursing Program Director is responsible for ensuring each of the Nursing Programs maintain approval/accreditation with the Michigan State Board of Nursing and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate the preparation of appropriate licensing board reports and approval/accreditation visits of the Michigan State Board of Nursing and Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) to maintain full approval/accreditation status.
Evaluate student applications and make recommendations for student selection to nursing programs in accordance with established guidelines.
Provide academic oversite that meets national accreditation standards.
Collaborate with faculty to facilitate student-centered learning environments and services that promote student success.
Understand and effectively convey information about the latest trends, practices and regulations pertaining to the nursing profession.
Support new technologies available to nursing education and maximize the use of simulation training in the nursing programs.
Participate in the evaluation process for part-time faculty in the nursing programs.
Plan and oversee continuing medical education opportunities for nursing faculty.
Assist with budget preparation for the nursing programs.
Ensure compliance and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
