Associate Director of Nursing Education

American Career College; California (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

American Career College seeks a seasoned nursing administrator to oversee clinical activities within the nursing program and lead a team of instructors and staff in a student-centered, accreditation-driven environment.

The role requires a BSN, California RN license, BVNPT approval, coursework in administration/teaching, and a minimum of three years in nursing or nursing education; strong leadership and regulatory knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as a registered nurse; 1 year in teaching or clinical supervision within last five years, or 3 years in nursing administration/education in last five years.
• Strong leadership to foster learner-centered environment and excellence.
• Knowledge of state, federal and local regulations (Title IV, ABHES, BVNPT, BPPE) and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and coordinating all clinical-related activities within the nursing program
• Managing clinical instructors, cultivating and maintaining clinical partnerships, securing and scheduling clinical placements, overseeing clinical observations, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards
• Supporting clinical faculty to ensure students complete clinical assignments with integrity and quality of education

Skills

Nursing leadership

Clinical program management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Baccalaureate degree in nursing

Administration/teaching coursework

California RN license

Job description

American Career College, we share a passion for students and transforming healthcare education! As an associate for a certified Great Place to Work, you will join a collaborative, student-centric culture valuing academic integrity, mutual respect, student learning, service, responsiveness, innovation, diversity, and stewardship. As a part of this team, you will guide students to do more than change their own lives – you will help change the lives of every patient they care for throughout their career. At American Career College, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise and passion with the next generation of nurses.

You will make an impact by:

• Overseeing and coordinating all clinical-related activities within the nursing program
• Managing clinical instructors, cultivating and maintaining clinical partnerships, securing and scheduling clinical placements, overseeing clinical observations, required documentation and reporting, and ensuring compliance with college and accreditation standards
• Supporting clinical faculty in meeting course objectives and ensures that students successfully complete clinical assignments while maintaining the integrity and quality of the clinical education experience

Your Experience Includes:

• Must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience as a registered nurse; one (1) year shall be in teaching or clinical supervision, or a combination thereof, in a state approved registered nursing, vocational or practical nursing, or psychiatric technician school within the last five (5) years; or a minimum of three (3) years of experience in nursing administration or nursing education within the last five (5) years.
• Leadership knowledge in the program field to cultivate a learner-centered environment and to foster excellence.
• Knowledge in technological support and delivery of program area and services.
• Knowledge and evidence of strong supervisory and management skills as applicable to specialized program area.
• Knowledge of state, federal and local laws/regulations relating to programs, governmental compliance and other regulatory standards such as Title IV, ABHES, BVNPT, BPPE, and other accreditation standards.

Education/Licensure:

• Hold a minimum of a baccalaureate degree in nursing or a related field from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency that is recognized by the US Secretary of Education or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• Must have completed a course or courses offered by an accredited school with instruction in administration, teaching, and curriculum development.
• Current unencumbered California Registered Nurse (RN) License is required.
• Must have approval by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT) prior to assuming the role of Assistant Director of Nursing.
• Must possess a Certificate of Completion of a course in teaching methodology of at least 30 hours.