Under the general direction of the Dean of Academic Affairs, Nursing and Allied Health, the Director of Nursing plans, organizes, and provides oversight for all programs, operations, and activities of the nursing instructional programs, coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and regulators, and the public; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the Dean of Academic Affairs for Nursing and Allied Health, and performs related work as required. Administrators can be assigned to multiple locations and learning sites.

THE POSITION

Under the general direction of the Dean of Academic Affairs, Nursing and Allied Health, the Director of Nursing plans, organizes, and provides oversight for all programs, operations, and activities of the nursing instructional programs, coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and regulators, and the public; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the Dean of Academic Affairs for Nursing and Allied Health, and performs related work as required. Administrators can be assigned to multiple locations and learning sites.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Provides leadership and program coordination for the Associate Degree, Nursing; Licensed Vocational Nursing programs; and other nursing-related programs as assigned.

Develops, directs, and coordinates the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the nursing program; establishes, within District policy, appropriate budget, service, and staffing levels.

Recruits new clinical partners, prepares clinical contracts, and coordinates clinical placements for all nursing students.

In coordination with the dean, plans and executes college and community outreach activities.

Develops and maintains articulation, concurrent enrollment, and dual enrollment agreements for the nursing programs with higher education institutions, area high schools, health care agencies, and other community organizations.

Maintains compliance with clinical requirements for students and assigned faculty.

Prepares reports required for continuous compliance, approval, and/or accreditation with mandates of the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN), the California Board of Registered Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT), and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN-RN/-PN).

Collaborates with nursing faculty and the college Curriculum Committee in developing, implementing, evaluating, and modifying vocational and registered nursing curricula.

Plans, organizes, and directs class scheduling and instructor assignments; ensures that programs are well represented in print or electronic materials, including catalogs and schedules; ensures that curriculum, instruction delivery methods, and course and program articulation are kept current, represent current and best practices, and comply with all legal requirements.

Manages and participates in the development and administration of the programs' annual budgets; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary; allocates funds to optimize functioning of the nursing programs.

Applies for, implements, and coordinates the provisions of local, state, and/or federal grants according to District policies and procedures.

Recruits, screens, recommends, and evaluates diverse and highly qualified faculty in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Mentors full- and part-time faculty and staff involved in the nursing programs; identifies training needs and arrange professional development opportunities.

Directs program development and review; monitors, evaluates, and adjusts programs in response to educational effectiveness and student needs; coordinates outcome-based assessments, planning, and development of system programs and services; assists and supports faculty in evaluating student learning outcomes at the course and program levels, which includes retention/attrition, time to completion, transfer, job placement, and others; implements program modifications based on those data as necessary.

Oversees student success activities, learning materials, National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) preparation courses, and nursing licensing requirements and processes.

Develops and oversees student recruitment and admission processes, including information and orientation sessions.

Leads students and faculty in planning and producing the Pinning Ceremony.

Assists in resolving staff and/or student problems in the nursing programs.

Chairs the advisory committee and faculty meetings for the nursing programs, assuring student and faculty membership and participation; attends and participates in professional group meetings; participates in community events and meetings related to area of assignment.

Evaluates processes and creates solutions, as needed, in collaboration with the dean, directors, assistant directors, students, and faculty.

Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect District or departmental operations; implements policy and procedural changes as required; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of nursing as it relates to the area of assignment.

Assists dean in duties and responsibilities of that position as designated, including acting in the capacity of the dean as needed.

Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Theories, principles, and practices associated with higher education curricula and instruction, student support services, student learning, and student success.

Nursing curriculum design, nursing program review/evaluation processes, clinical and classroom nursing education pedagogy, and California Chancellor's Office and BRN and BVNPT regulations.

Principles and practices of enrollment management.

Pertinent federal and state laws and regulatory provisions.

College accreditation procedures, practices, and standards, and specialty accreditation procedures, practices, and standards.

Principles and practices of technology and software use for databases, accounting, spreadsheets, and other business processes; use of technology in assigned area.

The development, implementation, and assessment of student learning and/or service area outcomes.

Budget development, administrative practices, and organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs.

Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.

Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, business correspondence, and information distribution; research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.

Principles and procedures of record keeping, technical report writing, grant writing, and preparation of correspondence and presentations.

English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.

Techniques for effectively representing the District in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.

Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, students and District staff, including individuals of various ages, socio-economic, and ethnic groups.

Ability to:

Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Effectively lead employees and teams with a collaborative style in a collegial and participatory governance environment.

Deliver formal and influential presentations.

Be a fair-minded, ethical, and honest leader with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.

Develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services.

Utilize data and assessment outcomes to make improvements for programs and services.

Inspire and motivate others toward goal achievement.

Counsel, direct, and facilitate professional development of employees.

Develop and monitor budgets and effectively utilize resources.

Effectively manage priorities in large, complex, and diverse operational units.

Use independent judgment in the interpretation and application of rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Provide leadership and work collaboratively and productively with all stakeholders, including faculty, students, administrators, support staff, unions, and the community.

Recruit, select, supervise, and evaluate employees.

Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and rules and procedures related to nursing practice and programs.

Effectively represent the District and its nursing programs in meetings with carious educational, business, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations.

Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.

Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.

Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.

Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.

Understand scope of authority in making independent decisions. .

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Experience as an administrator with performance of administrative responsibilities consistent with California Consumer Affairs Department BRN section 1420(h) and 1425(a):

A master's or higher degree from an accredited college or university which includes course work in nursing, education, or administration;

One (1) year’s experience as an administrator with validated performance of administrative responsibilities consistent with section 1420(h);

Two (2) years' experience teaching in pre- or post-licensure registered nursing programs; 

One (1) year's continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience direct patient care as a registered nurse; or

Equivalent experience and/or education, as determined by the CaBRN.

Preapproved as a director by the CaBRN 

California Consumer Affairs Department BVNPT Article 5, commencing with Section 2525:

A minimum of three years’ experience as a registered nurse; one year shall be in teaching or clinical supervision, or a combination thereof, in a state approved registered nursing or vocational or practical nursing, or psychiatric technician school within the last five years; or a minimum of three years’ experience in nursing administration or nursing education within the last five years; 

Completion of courses offered by an approved school with instruction in administration, teaching, and curriculum development.

Preapproved as a director by the CaBVNPT 

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a registered nurse license in the State of California

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Regular, full-time, grant-funded, academic management position starting on or around April 11, 2022.

Management salary range V: $120,213 to $136,556 annually (Starting salary is generally at Step A).

Annual doctoral stipend $1,500

District provides health benefits, which currently consist of full coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee and a high percentage of coverage for eligible dependents.

Life, accident, and income protection insurance.

Sick leave, vacation, paid holidays.

STRS (state teachers retirement system).

Valid California driver's license required.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

Board Policy 7330 Communicable Diseases-Employees requires that all newly hired and current employees of the Hartnell Community College District be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. All new employees must be fully vaccinated by the first day of employment. An exemption may be requested by individuals who cannot be vaccinated dur to medical and/or religious reasons. Employees who receive an exemption will be required to wear a mask or face covering while on District property and/or facilities and willb e required to undergo COVID-19 testing twice weekly. For more information about Hartnell CCD's vaccine requirement, please visit the District COVID-19 Information Website.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

The following documents MUST be uploaded as attachments to your on-line application:

1) Resume
2) Cover letter
3) Transcripts from all colleges/universities (unofficial copies acceptable)

We require unofficial copies showing all undergraduate and graduate coursework and must be from regionally accredited institutions accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education. Official copies will be required at the time of hire. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member organization at the applicant's expense.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

It is the policy of the Hartnell Community College District that no person shall be discriminated against in any employment procedure on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. The College actively seeks applications from candidates who have multi-cultural experience. Contact the Office of Human Resources and Equal Employment Opportunity if you need any special accommodations to complete the application process.