Program Director of Practical Nursing

Unitek Learning; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation time

Paid holidays

401K with match

Life insurance

Leadership development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Unitek Learning seeks a Nursing Program Leader to oversee curriculum, faculty, and operations for its nursing program on-site in Boise. The role requires a Graduate degree in Nursing, active RN licensure, and prior teaching experience in pre- or post-licensure programs.

You will manage policy development, faculty hiring, and accreditation readiness. The position emphasizes collaboration with faculty, staff, and outside clinical partners, with regular campus presence and leadership in program

Qualifications

• RN with active license in the state where you will teach.
• Graduate degree in Nursing.
• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience in pre- or post-licensure nursing programs.
• Active unencumbered nursing license in the state of employment or compact licensure.
• Experience in supervision, planning, and budget maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, manage, update and evaluate all aspects of the nursing program.
• Ensure program compliance with board rules and accreditor standards.
• Advise and provide academic support to nursing students.
• On-site attendance up to 5 days per week on campus is essential.
• Organize and serve on program committees and lead faculty recruitment.

Skills

Nursing licensure

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Budgeting

Supervision

EHR/IT systems

Education

Graduate degree in Nursing

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

As a leading healthcare education organization, Unitek Learning’s family of schools helps thousands of students launch and accelerate their careers every year. As a rapidly growing and highly successful company, Unitek is also a great place to pursue a rewarding and challenging career. We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits, unlimited growth potential, and a collegiate work environment.

Job Description

Job responsibilities:

Plans, develops, manages, updates and evaluates all aspects of the program includingbut not limited to:

• Faculty and staff
• Curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation
• Program compliance with Board rules and regulations
• Student advocate
• Program policies and procedures Faculty and studenthandbooks
• Supplies and equipment to meet program objectives
• Ensures program compliance with accreditor rules, standards, and regulations
• Maintains student and faculty records in accordance with established policies
• Assists with identifying and obtaining outside resources for the nursing program
• Develops and implements program policies and procedures
• Organizes and serves on program committees
• Accepts other duties as indicated to ensure consistency and meeting needs of studentsand programs
• Ensure compliance with clinical agency requirements for student and faculty initiation ofclinical rotations
• Participates in Nursing faculty recruitment, hiring and orientation
• Participates in conflict resolution for the faculty, staff, and student
• Monitors quality of instruction and participates in faculty and program review,evaluation, and strategic planning
• Maintains membership and participates in activities of professional associations
• Advises and provide academic support to nursing students as indicated
• Regular, in-person attendance up to 5 days per week on campus/on site is an essentialfunction of this position.
• This role requires on-site collaboration with students, faculty, and staff.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Registered Nurse with current licensure in the state in which you are applying to teach.
• Must hold a current Graduate degree in Nursing
• A minimum of three years of teaching experience in pre- or post- licensure nursing
• programs
• Active unencumbered Nursing License in the state in which you will be working or part
• of the compact licensure
• At least three - four years of experience as a registered nurse providing direct patientcare and/or equivalent experience as determined by the state nursing board andaccrediting bodies
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Excellent skills in oral and written communications
• Leadership style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
• Ability to utilize computer-based resources
• Experience in supervision, planning, budget preparation and maintenance preferred

Additional Information

We Offer

• Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• 2 Weeks’ starting Vacation per year. Increasing based on years of service with company
• 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday
• 401K with a Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance at 1x’s your annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program