Assistant Dean for Graduate Clinical Programs (Clinical Assistant Professor or higher)

Loyola University Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in nursing education is seeking an Assistant Dean of Graduate Clinical Programs. This pivotal role involves a balance of administrative and teaching responsibilities, focusing on enhancing graduate student learning and fostering inclusive excellence. The Assistant Dean will guide strategic direction, oversee curriculum development, and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure the success of clinical programs. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in nursing education while supporting the mission of a respected institution. If you are passionate about advancing nursing practice and education, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in nursing or related field required.
• Eligibility for Illinois RN and APRN licensure is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of graduate clinical programs.
• Facilitate innovative curriculum and program delivery.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance educational outcomes.

Skills

Leadership in academic operations

Teaching experience in graduate clinical programs

Curriculum development

Research and scholarship facilitation

External funding acquisition

Education

Doctoral degree in nursing or related field

Eligibility for Illinois RN licensure

Eligibility for Illinois APRN licensure

Job description

Job Description:

The Loyola University Chicago Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing (MNSON) invites applications for an Assistant Dean of Graduate Clinical Programs. This is a non-tenure track open rank position for appointment at the clinical assistant professor rank or higher based on the applicant's program of scholarship and teaching experience. As Assistant Dean of Graduate Clinical Programs, this is a 50% administrative and 50% teaching/scholarship/service position with 9-month faculty teaching responsibilities and a 12-month administrative contract.

Within the context of the Loyola University Chicago and MNSON missions, visions, values, and strategic initiatives, the Assistant Dean of Graduate Clinical Programs collaborates with the Executive Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and DNP and MSN track directors to promote graduate student learning, professional role preparation, curriculum integrity, and inclusive excellence for the DNP, MSN, and Certificate programs. The Assistant Dean is responsible for the following areas:

• Mission: Supports the mission of the MNSON and leads development and implementation of vision and strategy for mission-congruent initiatives related to graduate clinical programs.
• Strategy and Oversight: Provides strategic direction, operational oversight and guidance for graduate clinical programs.
• Communities of Interest: Facilitates student participation in research and scholarship; fosters synergistic relationships among the DNP and MSN track Directors; and facilitates and supports interprofessional educational initiatives.
• Curriculum: Facilitates innovative curriculum and program delivery, evaluation, and revision; leads the development and implementation of policies and procedures; and participates in the preparation of required reports for professional organizations and accreditation activities for graduate clinical programs.
• Benchmarking and Accountability: Monitors the effectiveness of the tracks within graduate clinical program and facilitates strategies to enhance program quality and student outcomes and success.
• Collaboration: Collaborates with the Director of Strategic Healthcare Partnerships and the Associate Dean for Innovative Partnerships and Faculty Practice to support the development of clinical agency partnerships to enhance clinical sites and practicum opportunities; collaborates with the Associate Dean for Inclusive Excellence to recruit a diverse student body for the graduate clinical programs; collaborates with the Assistant Dean for Innovative Pedagogies and Simulation for the integration of simulation learning experiences into the program; collaborates with other colleges and schools of the university in advancing graduate clinical education.
• Funding: Seeks external funding to support curricular development, enhance academic opportunities, and provide financial support for students.

Faculty Responsibilities:

• Teaches in graduate and undergraduate programs as appropriate to expertise and program needs.
• Develops and disseminates scholarship that advances nursing practice and education.
• Engages in service activities consistent with the mission and strategic vision of the MNSON, University, and nursing profession.
• Contributes to the MNSON and University goals for inclusive excellence and antiracism.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience:

• Doctoral degree in nursing or a related field.
• Eligibility for Illinois licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• Eligibility for Illinois licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Certified Nurse Practitioner.
• Potential to establish and maintain a program of scholarship, consistent with the expectations of rank.
• Eligibility for appointment at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor or higher.
• Teaching experience in graduate clinical programs in nursing.
• Leadership experience in academic operations of graduate clinical programs in nursing.

Job Type: Full-Time