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Position Number: 3192877
Location: Charles Town, WV
Position Type: Deans - Medicine

Dean of Nursing

Requisition Number: DEANO003309
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Dean of Nursing

Rasmussen University

The Dean of Nursing promotes and supports the vision and mission of the University by providing strategic vision and operational leadership to all aspects of the School of Nursing programs. The Dean of Nursing is accountable for developing an active teaching/learning community among students and faculty. This role works collaboratively with the campus and School of Nursing leadership to assure high quality instruction in a safe and engaging learning environment.

Responsibilities:

Nursing Program Governance:

Directly support the mission and purpose of the governing organization and the mission and purpose of a nursing education unit in the achievement of a nursing program's end-of-program student learning outcomes and program outcomes.
Recruit, supervise, develop, and direct a professional staff, including full-time and adjunct faculty, to ensure curricula are current and consistently delivered in an environment and manner conducive to learning in accordance with University and School of Nursing objectives.
Conduct faculty observations and coaching, mentoring, and evaluating faculty members and staff under the direction of the Regional Dean, Area Dean, or Dean of Nursing.
Oversee on-boarding and nursing orientation of new faculty to all learning environments as directed by the Regional Dean, Area Dean, or Dean of Nursing.
Organize and schedule faculty and staff work assignments.
Attend campus meetings, faculty meetings, and other meetings as designated, including but not limited to pinning ceremonies, University graduations, community events, programmatic meetings, committee meetings.
Maintain a professional image, attitude, work area, and communication style at all times; exhibit professional behavior, language, communication, demeanor and dress at all times.
Facilitate positive communication and develops collegial relationships with students, faculty, staff, and clinical partners to promote positive learning environments.
Maintain high performance standards for self that support the overall strategic plan and vision of the School of Nursing and University and holds self-accountable for achieving results.
Demonstrate strict adherence to all institutional, governmental, and accreditation policies, regulations, and codes of conduct at all times.
Respond in a timely and appropriate manner to all nursing students, faculty, and staff requests for information and/or guidance.
Establish and maintain clinical sites; assesses clinical site satisfaction and addresses opportunities for improvement.
Establish and maintain advisory boards composed of clinical partners and other community leaders.
Ensure nursing program operations are conducted in compliance with applicable state, federal, and local laws; ensure regulations and ordinances are within standards of accreditation.

Outcome Attainment:

Track key academic metrics used to monitor performance of the nursing programs including but not limited to: NCLEX pass rates, program completion rates, and graduation rates as guided by the Program Performance Report.
Develop of action plans to address any areas not meeting the program standards.
Assess clinical site satisfaction and address opportunities for improvement.
Responsible for assuring the students are provided support services required to maintain the highest levels of student achievement and retention without compromising the integrity of the educational process.
Act as a visible ambassador for the University, who actively promotes collaboration with an array of campus and community partners.
Demonstrate a commitment to the University's mission, vision, and values in daily activities as well as supporting an environment of understanding, acceptance, and appreciation for diversity.

Curriculum Supervision:

Contribute in sustaining and delivering school curricula in accordance with programmatic accreditation standards and strategic planning goals.
Assist nursing leadership in ensuring documented program and course assessments are monitored and maintained to ensure excellence and integrity of the programs.

Student Success:

Provide advising/counseling to nursing students related to concerns or conduct issues to ensure satisfactory relationships between students and faculty members
Assist the Regional Dean, Area Dean, or Dean of Nursing to represent the University and the School of Nursing to students, professional organizations, partners, the healthcare community, and other relevant constituencies.
Create high levels of student engagement through activities, community building, and student-centered learning.

Reporting Relationships:

The Dean of Nursing reports to an Area Dean of Nursing or Regional Dean of Nursing based upon the campus staffing model. This role supervises a professional staff, including full-time and adjunct faculty.

Requirements:

Master's degree in nursing, MSN/MAN from an accredited institution required; Doctoral degree a plus
Active RN license that has never been encumbered
A minimum of 2+ years previous full-time teaching experience in a nursing program within the last 5 years.
3-5 years Leadership/Management experience in an academic or clinical setting required, curriculum development and/or accreditation experience a plus.
2+ years full time or equivalent direct care experience as a practicing nurse
Demonstrated track-record of organizational/team/individual development.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work with others in a team environment.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point and/or Prezi.
Ability to establish and maintain open lines of communication with faculty, students, and campus personnel to ensure effective decision-making and interaction.
Self-motivated, flexible, patient, goal-oriented, and enjoy working in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

About Us:

Rasmussen University is a regionally accredited private university dedicated to changing lives and the communities it serves through high-demand and flexible educational programs. As a pioneer in career-focused education since 1900, the University is defining a new generation of higher education that focuses on competency-based education, technology and transferrable skills. Rasmussen offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in person at 23 campuses around the country. The University is designed to lift and support its students every step of the way, from their first credential to their last. Rasmussen is dedicated to global enrichment, serving the underserved and meeting the evolving needs of diverse students, communities and economies. Rasmussen encourages its students, faculty and staff to strive for academic excellence, community enrichment and service to the public good. For more information about Rasmussen University, please visit www.rasmussen.edu.

At Rasmussen, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed supporting and encouraging diversity in the workplace. We welcome our employee's differences regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, age, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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