Practical Nurse Program Director

Florida Vocational Institute; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Dental benefits

3 weeks of paid time off

Job summary

A leading nursing education institution in Miami is seeking a Practical Nursing Program Director to oversee and ensure quality education for nursing students. This role involves conducting classroom activities, monitoring faculty effectiveness, and providing guidance for NCLEX exam preparation. The ideal candidate will hold a BSN, with a master's degree preferred, and possess a strong leadership background along with at least three years of teaching and clinical experience. The institution offers a competitive compensation package including benefits and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in Florida.
• Three or more years of teaching experience.
• Three or more years of clinical experience.
• 3+ years teaching experience in nursing education.
• 3+ years clinical nursing experience.
• Experience in nursing education administration.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classroom learning activities.
• Monitor faculty effectiveness through observations.
• Oversee daily operations of the practical nursing unit.
• Provide guidance for NCLEX exam preparation.
• Tracks progress of practical nursing students with faculty and success coach.
• Delivers high-quality instruction to nursing students.
• Provides NCLEX exam guidance and post-graduation coaching.
• Conducts faculty orientation and follow-up on performance.
• Advises practical nursing students on academics, attendance and behavior.
• Ensures clinical records and evaluations are properly completed.

Skills

Leadership skills

Nursing education

Classroom management

Student advisement

BLS certification

Education

BSN required

Master's degree in nursing preferred

MSN preferred

Active BLS certification (AHA)

3+ years teaching experience

3+ years clinical experience

Nursing education administration

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

FVI SCHOOL OF NURSING & TECHNOLOGY

MIAMI CAMPUS

We are seeking an experienced Nurse to start up the Practical Nurse Program

Exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial spirit!

FVI School of Nursing and Technology is a private, post-secondary institution providing associate and diploma career programs in nursing, allied health, and technology. The institution is licensed by the Florida Commission of Independent Education and nationally accredited by the Council on Occupation Education (COE). As an entrepreneurial business we pride ourselves on having an engaged, aligned team dedicated to helping our students achieve success.

Our core values are central to our success, and we have a relentless pursuit to maintain those values within our organization. We work hard and have fun but promote a culture of balancing time with family and community.

FVI School of Nursing and Technology’s mission is to educate and prepare students to become entry-level professionals in high-demand careers. We aim to improve employability and inspire lifelong career growth, thereby improving the lives of individuals in our community.

The Practical Nursing Program Director will oversee and ensure the quality and effectiveness of faculty-led instruction while delivering high-quality education to nursing students at his/her assigned campus location. The role will primarily focus on practical nursing programs (LPN). The program director is also responsible for achieving program outcomes; course completion, program completion, NCLEX pass rate at first attempt, and job placement. The program director must have a passion for nursing education, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to student success.

Responsibilities

• Conducts classroom learning activities and delivers classroom learning.
• Monitors and evaluates to ensure quality education and faculty effectiveness through classroom observation and performance reviews.
• Oversees the daily operations of practical nursing unit ensuring smooth functioning and adherence to standards.
• Address and resolve concerns and issues raised by both faculty and practical students promptly and effectively.
• Tracks and reviews the progress of practical nursing students with faculty and success coach by providing necessary support and interventions.
• Delivers high-quality instruction to practical nursing students, ensuring engaging and effective learning experiences.
• Conducts follow-up of practical nursing graduates, providing guidance, and coaching for NCLEX exam preparation.
• Provides guidance and coaching of practical nursing graduates when preparing for the NCLEX exam.
• Conducts faculty orientation and follow-up on their performance through classroom observations.
• Conducts practical nursing student advisement for academic, attendance, and/or behavioral issues and compliance.
• Ensures that all clinical records, skills checklist, students’ clinical evaluation tool, and other clinical assignments are completed and kept accordingly.

Educational Requirements/Experience

• Active and encumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida.
• BSN required and master’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Active BLS certification; American Heart Association.
• Three (3) or more years of teaching experience required.
• Three (3) or more years of clinical experience required.
• Experience in nursing education administration.
• Must be able to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and other MS Office products as needed.

FVI School of Nursing and Technology provides a very competitive compensation package, including a 401(k) plan, health, and dental benefits, 3 weeks of paid time off, and LOTS more!

We are an equal-opportunity employer.