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The Role
Assist the Director of Nursing in leadership, curriculum implementation, policy development, faculty hiring and evaluation, clinical affiliation oversight, student selection and counseling, recordkeeping, and regulatory compliance for the Vocational Nursing program.
Summary Generated by Built In
Success Education Colleges (SEC) is a family of institutions comprised of North-West College, Glendale Career College, Nevada Career Institute and Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing. SEC is a leader in allied health education, and has been offering quality and affordable health care training programs for over 60 years.
SEC is a leader in allied health education, and has been offering quality and affordable health care training programs for over 60 years.
Mission:
Our everyday mission is to education students in short-term and professional programs for gainful employment and career advancement.
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POSITION SUMMARY:
Assists the Director of Nursing with his/her responsibilities as determined by both jointly. Provides leadership and counseling in developing coordinating, implementing and supervising department policies, procedures, and program. The Assistant Director of Nursing will assist in carrying out all functions necessary and required for compliance with the Rules and regulations issued by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, Title 16, Chapter 25, California Administrative Code. This is a line position reporting directly to the Director of Nursing.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides leadership in the formulation of the philosophy and objectives of the Vocational Nursing Program.
- Plans, evaluates, and supervises the implementation of an approved course curriculum.
- Establishes, reviews, and revises the policies, and procedures of the Vocational Nursing Department.
- Evaluates and selects clinical affiliations appropriate for use by VN students with the periodic review and promotion of effective hospital and school relationships.
- Interviews, evaluates, and employs new instructors with approval of Administration.
- Provides for orientation and training of new personnel and periodic performance evaluations, including visits to clinical/classroom areas.
- Maintains effective communication with assigned personnel and provides necessary guidance and counseling.
- Conducts regularly scheduled faculty meetings, initiates projects, studies, and programs for the Vocational Nursing Department.
- Advises and assists instructors in material selection, preparation, program development, and implementation.
- Exercises authority in selection and retention of students.
- Is instrumental in student performance evaluations via periodic clinical rounds, discussions with hospital personnel involved with the student program and use of extensive counseling processes.
- Develops, maintains, utilizes records, and reports information pertinent to the Vocational Nursing program.
- Meets on a regular basis with the Director of Education and Campus Director, keeping him/her informed of all matters pertaining to the Vocational Nursing program.
- Attends regularly scheduled Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians meetings and other appropriate organizational meetings.
- Maintains professional competence through participation in continuing education and other appropriate learning experiences.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Ability to guide and direct the efforts of subordinates.
- Demonstrated excellent leadership skills, fostering a customer service oriented culture.
- Demonstrated skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty, and the public.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.
- Possess organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to set goals and prioritize tasks and/or resources to accomplish those goals while managing time effectively.
- Demonstrated computer literacy skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrate integrity, imagination, initiative, and evidence of self-improvement.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution
- Master's degree from an accredited institution is preferred.
- Completion of courses in administration, teaching, and curriculum development.
- Possess current valid R.N. California License.
- Minimum of three years of experience as an R.N.
- Within the past five years, must have completed a minimum of one year of teaching or clinical supervision or a minimum of three years of Nursing Administration experience.
Benefits:
- Competitive total compensation package.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Generous paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution
- Master's degree from an accredited institution
- Completion of courses in administration, teaching, and curriculum development
- Current valid R.N. California License
- Minimum of three years of experience as an R.N.
- Within past five years: minimum one year of teaching or clinical supervision OR minimum three years of Nursing Administration experience
- Demonstrated leadership and ability to guide and direct subordinates
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to set goals and prioritize tasks
- Computer literacy including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
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What We Do
Success Education Colleges (SEC) is a leader in allied health education, operating a system of postsecondary institutions including North-West College, Glendale Career College, Nevada Career Institute, and the Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing. Their mission is to provide students with short-term and professional programs for gainful employment and career advancement, preparing them for essential roles in the healthcare field across California and Nevada.
