Director of MSN-Entry Program

Western University of Health Sciences; Lebanon (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Western University of Health Sciences in Lebanon, Oregon seeks a Director of the MSN-Entry Program to lead the administrative and faculty responsibilities for the MSN-E program. The role reports to the Site Dean and oversees policy implementation, accreditation readiness, and program quality.

The position combines administrative leadership with a faculty appointment, requires a nursing master’s (RN) license, and demands collaboration across departments, facilities, and student services to

Qualifications

• Must possess a Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• One year of nursing administration or higher education leadership experience.
• Current RN license and board eligibility for teaching in required subject area.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate implementation and coordination of the MSN-Entry Program.
• Report to the Site Dean and collaborate with faculty and administration.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate policies for the program and ensure accreditation readiness.
• Oversee budget, resources, and preceptors while ensuring safety and compliance.
• Engage with clinical facilities, admissions, and student services to support outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teaching

Confidentiality

Computer literacy

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Nursing education standards

Distance learning

Education

Master of Nursing

Doctorate in Nursing or related field

Job description

As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture.
At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others.
Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference.

Position Title

Director of MSN-Entry Program

Position Control Number

A03955

Type of Position

Administration

Position Status

Full-time

Department

1802L - MSN-Entry Program - CGN Oregon

Campus

Western University Campus-Lebanon, OR

This is a College of Graduate Nursing Administration-level position within Western University of Health Science and is offered in conjunction with a faculty appointment. Together, the administrative role of Director of MSN -Entry Program (PCN A03955) and the faculty role (PCN F03301) comprise a full-time position (1.0 FTE ).
The salary range listed in this posting represents the total compensation for the combined Administrative and Faculty responsibilities. Please refer to the corresponding job posting under our Faculty jobs section for details on the additional assignment.

The Director is responsible for the implementation and coordination of the MSN -Entry Program. The Director will report to the Site Dean.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate with others, both in person and by using computers, telephones, and written communications.
• Ability to interact effectively with administration, faculty, staff, students, and outside contacts.
• Ability to provide academic and professional leadership in policy formulation.
• Ability to handle detail-oriented assignments and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to use a personal computer and to access information through the Internet and communicate via e‑mail.
• Ability to work with and cooperate with supervisory personnel at all levels.
• Organizational skills necessary in prioritizing workload and delegating responsibility.
• Knowledge of historic and current nursing education practices and standards.
• Knowledge and skill with the application of computer-based learning principles and practices.
• Knowledge and skill with the application of distance learning principles and standards.
• Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.

Education

• Must possess a Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.

Experience

• A minimum of one year experience in higher education or nursing administration as program director, department chair or similar, and have one year of full-time teaching experience in nursing. State board of nursing approved for teaching in a required subject area.

Licensure

• Must possess a current RN license.

Preferred Qualifications

• A doctorate in Nursing or related field.

Leadership

• The Director works with a wide variety of educational and health care partners to facilitate the successful implementation of the MSN -E program. The MSN -E Director will assist the college to meet its mission and goals.

Administration

• Represents the College of Graduate Nursing as a member of the university community via committee membership and service.
• Develops, implements, evaluates and advances the College’s educational, scholarly, and public service activities and programs.
• Suggests new policies or revises existing policies to meet the structural needs for the college unit, the program, and to meet the needs of students.
• Ensures all legal and accreditation requirements for the MSN -E program are met.
• Works with the Director of Assessment to complete accreditation reports, BRN annual reports, and required documentation for students to be eligible to take the NCLEX exam for licensure.
• Develops and oversees a systematic planning process to facilitate and improve the achievement of the MSN -E program to meet its goals and objectives.
• Maintains classroom space and clinical facilities in good condition and insures that all safety standards are observed.
• Creates, implements, and evaluates the orientation program for preceptors and non-faculty teaching assistants (nurse preceptors).
• Maintains records and oversees the communication processes with clinical facilities.
• Ensures that all students have met the required immunizations and health screenings prior to beginning the clinical experience.

Additional Key Responsibilities

• Assists the Dean and Director of Operations with the annual budget for the MSN -Entry Program. Is fiscally responsible and participates in securing additional resources for program viability.
• Identifies capital equipment needs.
• Seeks funding from external stakeholders to support the continued development of the College’s programs.
• Seeks partnership opportunities, (i.e. clinical skills lab) negotiates contracts and develops other entrepreneurial activities in support of the College’s mission.

Human Resource Management

• Participates in the screening and selection of faculty and staff.
• Develops programs to retain qualified faculty and staff.
• Ensures that ongoing faculty and staff development programs are conducted.
• Participates in the annual review of faculty, staff and college administrators as appropriate.

Student Development/Services

• Encourages student involvement in the evaluation and development of the College’s academic program.
• Facilitates the lines of communication between the administration, faculty and students to insure a culture of mutual respect and professionalism.
• Represents faculty and administrators at student events.
• Assists with admissions interviews and on going recruitment efforts for the college.
• Administers standards for academic performance and progression and standards for student conduct.
• Advocates the principles of learner -centered educational approaches, and advocates for students to insure the availability of resources needed to achieve successful student learning and professional development.

Teaching

• Teaches the didactic and clinical portions of the curriculum, per BRN approved content area.

Other Responsibilities

• Assists with the continuous quality improvement plan for the curriculum.
• Monitors and assesses formative and summative indicators of student and faculty achievement; analyzes data and information to provide for the continuous and systematic evaluation of the MSN -Entry program.

Work Schedule

• This position is located in Lebanon, Oregon and requires a minimum of 3 days per week on campus.

Benefits

We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable.

We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally,

• Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success.
• Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment.
• Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community.
• As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences.
• WesternU’s core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do.
• We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum $120,000.00 Annually

Maximum $130,000.00 Annually