Assistant Program Director

NPAworldwide; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide is seeking an Assistant Program Director for the VN Program in Irvine, CA. The role supports the Campus Program Director and involves planning, evaluation, and compliance with state and board requirements.

The position includes teaching theory or clinical portions and coordinating clinical rotations. Requirements include a master's degree in nursing/education/administration, 3+ years leading a nursing program, 1+ year online teaching, and an active CA BRN license.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in nursing, education, or administration.
• 3+ years leading a nursing program.
• 3+ years full-time faculty in pre- or post-licensure nursing.
• 1 year teaching in online teaching and learning environments.
• 4+ years of continuous direct patient care by RN in relevant fields in past 5 years.
• Must hold a valid California BRN license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, development, management, updating and evaluation of the program.
• Prepare data and materials for state/board requirements, reports, proposals, self-studies, surveys, site visits.
• Identify and obtain outside resources for the nursing program.
• Ensure clinical rotations and evaluations meet objectives and deadlines.
• Maintain student records and documentation according to policies.
• Teach theory or clinical sessions half of the time.
• Assist with strategic planning and assessment of instructional initiatives.

Skills

Strong written/oral communication

Microsoft Office

Prioritize/multi-task

Action oriented

Innovative thinking

Flexible

Education

Master's degree or higher (nursing/education/administration)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for an Assistant Program Director VN Program to join our team. This position will work with and functions under the supervision of the Campus Program Director of the Vocational Nursing Program.

• Assists the Director with planning, developing, managing, updating and evaluating all aspects of the program
• Assists with preparing data and other written materials for all required state and Board requirements, reports, proposals, self-studies, surveys, and site visits
• Assists with identifying and obtaining outside resources for the nursing program
• Assesses the ability of the agency to provide clinical experience that meet the objectives for application of theory and clinical course objectives
• Ensures Facility Approval Applications are completed and approved prior to initiating clinical rotations
• Ensures that student theory and clinical evaluations are completed in a timely manner by assigned faculty
• Maintains evaluations by students, clinical sites representatives, and faculty at completion of each clinical rotation
• Assist with strategic planning and assessment of instructional initiatives to ensure quality of program
• Makes continuous efforts to improve quality of instruction
• Ensures that clinical assignments, clinical rotation matrixes and calendars are completed in a timely manner
• Ensures that faculty is consistently following policies and guidelines as related to student clinical rotation experience.
• Reviews student learning material on an ongoing basis
• Ensures that student records are maintained according to policies.
• Submits required program reports and forms to the Director of the program in a timely manner
• Keeps current with new technologies and safety regulations.
• Provides advising support and planning assistance to potential students
• Ensures that all students have completed the necessary documentation and meet the requirements for graduation and the state licensing exam
• Teach (either theory or clinical) half of the time
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A masters or higher degree from an accredited college or university (including course work in nursing, education, or administration).
• A minimum of three (3) years experience leading a nursing program.
• A minimum of three (3) years experience as a full-time faculty in pre- or post-licensure nursing program.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience teaching in an online teaching and learning environment.
• A minimum four (4) year of continuous full-time experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care in geriatrics, medical-surgical, mental health psychiatric nursing, obstetrics or pediatrics within the past five (5) years.
• Must hold a valid, active license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN).
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Action oriented, innovative thinking, and flexible.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work within a deadline-oriented environment.

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

It is a prime stepping-stone to full academic leadership, combining high-level administrative, accreditation, and strategic experience with hands-on teaching, all while keeping your clinical expertise sharp.

Salary Type: Annual Salary

Salary Min: $ 125000

Salary Max: $ 125000

Currency Type: USD