What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director - Licensed Practical Nursing Program (Waterbury & Bridgeport) position at Goodwin University?
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Description
The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.
Goodwin University is seeking a Director for the LPN Program. This leadership role entails providing strategic direction, developing programs, and ensuring operational oversight to maintain high standards of nursing education that comply with accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and institutional objectives. The Program Director is committed to fostering a culture of academic excellence, promoting faculty development, and enhancing student success, while also ensuring the growth and sustainability of the programs.
*This role would be overseeing our Bridgeport & Waterbury campus's.*
Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:
(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
- Leadership and Vision: Provide strategic direction for the LPN program, ensuring alignment with the institution's mission and compliance with accreditation standards.
- Curricular Development: Develop, implement, and evaluate curricula to uphold academic rigor while ensuring compliance with accrediting bodies and state regulations.
- Faculty Management: Oversee recruitment, professional development, evaluation, and retention of faculty to promote excellence in teaching and scholarship.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work collaboratively with stakeholders to enhance clinical partnerships, securing quality clinical placements for students.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the programs meet the requirements set forth by the state nursing boards.
- Program Assessment: Lead assessment initiatives, conduct data analysis, and drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance student learning outcomes and overall program effectiveness.
- Advisement and Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to both faculty and students, creating a nurturing learning environment.
- Resource Management: Collaborate with university leadership to develop and manage budgets, resource allocation, and strategic operational planning.
- Innovation in Education: Advocate for the integration of innovative teaching strategies and technology within nursing education.
- Other duties as assigned
- Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.
Knowledge, Ability, and Skill:
- Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion and working in an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Nursing
- Unencumbered RN license in the State of Connecticut, or eligibility for licensure.
- Minimum of three years of academic leadership experience in a nursing program.
- Experience in curriculum development, accreditation processes, and regulatory compliance.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential.
- Proven ability to foster faculty development and enhance student success.
- Experience in budget management and strategic planning is preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience as program director or assistant director
- Experience with program accreditation processes
- Experience with student retention programs
- Experience with interprofessional education
- Experience with faculty development
Full-Time Employee Benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- 401k employer match
- Employee & dependent life insurance
- Great tuition benefits for employees, spouses & dependents
- PTO program
- Flexible work schedules
(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the University as the needs of the University and requirements of the job change.)
