Director, Master of Science, Nursing (MSN) / Accelerated BSN (ABSN) Programs, Nursing Department
Mount Saint Mary's University
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Posted: 26-Jul-23
Location: Los Angeles, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 4428330
Director, Master of Science, Nursing (MSN) / Accelerated BSN (ABSN) Programs, Nursing Department
Job Description:
Under the guidance of a Dean and/or Executive Director of Nursing Programs, the Master of Science, Nursing (MSN)/Accelerated Baccalaureate Nursing Program (ABSN) Director is responsible for the supervision and oversight of the program's faculty and staff. The Director also has oversight of the student population within the programs and works jointly with faculty to enhance the student experience, provide counsel and academic advisement. They act as a liaison with other MSMU University departments such as advisement, financial and/or admissions in addition to serving as a resource to other academic advisors across the University on relevant academic policies and procedures providing accurate and timely information. Develop and maintain relationships with academic departments to facilitate the inter-program transfer process for students.
Position Annual Hiring Salary Range: $1110,000 - $115,000
Hiring salary can be above the posted pay range if candidate's qualifications are determined to be above the minimum requirements of the position description.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Assumes duties of ABSN/MSN Director. 2. Provide leadership in:
Formulating goals, objectives, and policies relevant to the MSN/ABSN programs in collaboration with executive leadership and/or faculty
Program evaluation
Faculty development/professional growth
Develops/promotes positive relationships with clinical affiliates and their personnel
Student screening and selection for admissions
Student retention and remediation
Regulatory and/or accrediting processes
3. Supervise and assume responsibility for:
Curriculum development/modification and implementation in collaboration with faculty that is aligned with the philosophy of the University, Department of Nursing and/or regulatory/accrediting bodies.
Collaborating with executive leadership in preparing program accreditation reports and/or other accreditation activities or those related to program approval.
Overseeing program budget
Screening, evaluating, and advising of potential student candidates
Ongoing advisement, monitoring, and advocacy of and for students and the program
Planning and implementing orientation for admitted students
Developing teaching assignments with faculty
Co-chairing/leading program and/or nursing department meetings
Liaise with other programs
In collaboration with executive leadership and other nursing directors, faculty recruitment and selection
Manage Course Offering Selection Report and Planning Papers for the academic year
Participating in regular program meetings
Evaluating faculty per University Status Committee guidelines
Annual review of staff per HR guidelines
Manage staff time-off requests and time-card approval
Collaborating with Director of Clinical Placements regarding clinical placements
Collaborate with Director of Experiential Learning regarding simulation
Insuring compliance with BRN/CCNE regulations/standards
Maintaining faculty and student handbooks
4. To represent the ABSN/MSN Program in:
Establishing and maintaining agency affiliations in cooperation with executive leadership and Clinical Placement Team
Collaborating with Graduate Admissions Department in the assistance of student recruitment
Providing/developing external relations with professional organizations
Attending BRN, AACN and CACN meetings
5. Simultaneously serves on nursing and University committee(s)
6. Teach 2 - 5 units per academic year.
Requirements:
Knowledge:
Strong working knowledge of curriculum for the BS/ MSN degrees; academic advisement process, admissions procedures, evaluation process, BRN/CCNE rules and regulations, and budget management.
Abilities and Skills:
Demonstrates managements and leadership abilities. A passion for academic excellence and leadership. Ability to foster a collegial and respectful work and educational environment. Innovative and creative problem-solver, with a willingness to take risks. Deatile oriented. Exercise sound judgment and decision making. Genuine understanding of the University mission and the importance of providing undergraduate and graduate students with the highest quality educational experience. Strong working knowledge of BRN regulatory rules/regulation in addition CCNE accreditation process and accreditation maintenance. Effectively organize and manage multiple tasks to meet established deadlines. Accurately identify areas of need and implements corrective measures. Provide sound counsel and academic advisement to students. Confident public speaker. Communicate effectively with the students, faculty, staff, executive leadership, university community, and the public. Collect, analyze, and accurately interpret departmental data. Should have a working knowledge of Kaplan and their NCLEX testing tools.
Education:
Must have a valid nursing license with a terminal degree (DNP, or PhD) from an accredited college or university that includes course work in nursing, education, or administration.
Experience:
Established record of effective, strong and collaborative leadership
Working knowledge of BRN rules/regulations, approval processes and CCNE accreditation
Curriculum development and revision
A minimum of one year's experience in an administrative position with validated performance of administrative responsibilities
A minimum of two years of experience teaching in a post-licensure registered nursing program
At least one year of continuous experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care and/or equivalent experience and/or education
Experience with hybrid/online learning
Licenses and Certifications:
Eligible for RN license in state of California
Other Requirements:
Background check required by policy.
Additional Information:
Work Location: Primarily Doheny Campus (Downtown Los Angeles) with some travel for meetings etc. at the Chalon Campus (West Los Angeles) Start Date: Immediately
Applications Deadline: Open until filled
Mount Saint Mary's University's commitment to equity, diversity and justice (EDJ) is steeped in the tradition and legacy of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet (CSJ), our Catholic identity, mission and values. We are unwavering in our pursuit of inclusion, belonging and antiracism. We aspire to achieve our love of dear neighbor without distinction, which permeates all forms of social identities and human experiences.
We honor and celebrate our similarities and differences. We are committed to the full inclusion of the entire Mount community. Due to historical legacies of exclusion, we offer particular care for underrepresented populations. We define diversity in the broadest sense, including but not limited to, age, differences in culture, citizenship status, disability, family status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, generational history, genetic information, geographic origin, language, political perspectives, mental and physical ability, military service, national origin, race and ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, size and socioeconomic class.
Welcoming individuals from a variety of backgrounds improves and enriches our learning, living and working environments. Any breach of these values harms our community. Mount Saint Mary's University transforms its culture through the radical pursuit of institutionalized change. We strive for a campus where students, staff, faculty, alumnae and all whom we encounter feel welcomed, valued and are supported to reach their full potential.
As we pursue our never-ending journey toward a more equitable, inclusive and antiracist campus in our richly diverse community, we welcome you.
Application Instructions:
A cover letter explaining your interest in and qualifications for this position.
A detailed CV/Resume in Word Format that demonstrates your experience and accomplishments.
List of 3-5 professional references.
Your salary requirements.
We will review applications on a rolling basis; therefore, we encourage interested parties to apply early.
Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. The University will not assist applicants with any visa matters.
A background check will be required.
Employees may disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status with MSMU's Human Resources on a voluntary basis. Some MSMU clinical healthcare partners may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination to work at their facilities. If required, your academic division will inform you.
Mount Saint Mary's University is an independent, Catholic, liberal arts university which provides a values-based undergraduate education for women, as well as innovative programs for professional men and women on two historic campuses in Los Angeles. The Mount is the only Catholic university primarily for women in the Western United States. It is also nationally recognized for its academic programs, its culturally diverse student body, and its focus on preparing the next generation of citizen leaders.