Coordinator of the Practical Nursing Program (ADM3338)

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Maintain an effective Practical Nursing Program by providing leadership in curriculum development and improvement, regular review, student outcome assessment/evaluation and revision for currency and relevance in response to changing health care needs.
• Provide leadership in the Practical Nursing Program, including the processes of licensing, preparation of program approval visits, program review process, and required reports to licensing agencies.
• Review and continuously monitor Practical Nursing Program for compliance with applicable state and federal law, regulations, and guidelines related to the discipline, and state (Kansas Board of Nursing) standards.
• Establish policy/procedures for Practical Nursing Program and clinical sites. Work with faculty in the development and consistent implementation of program policies for faculty and students.
• Establish, maintain, and administer clinical partnerships with off-site agencies/facilities for student clinical placements.
• Recruit, hire, and supervise licensed nursing faculty and administrative staff, including facilitating faculty and staff
• Coordinate with the Simulation Lab Coordinator and program faculty to supervise the management and general functions of nursing simulation/skills labs and the clinical component of the Practical Nursing Program.
• Coordinate with Practical Nursing faculty to supervise student performance practices at each location and clinical site to ensure achievement of learning outcomes expected of a Practical Nursing program.
• Implement student selection and admission policies and procedures and ensure validation of transfer credits.
• Promote, publicize, and represent the Practical Nursing Program, participating in conferences (forums) and professional organizations at local and national levels.
• Participate in program-related college events as indicated, (e.g., orientation, pinning or allied health ceremonies, graduations).
• Identify, develop and assist with grant submissions and other funding sources to enhance the Practical Nursing Program and support program expansion. Assist with establishing and maintaining grant reporting requirements.
• Teach effectively the approved theory and clinical curriculum to prepare students to become practical nurses. Assignments may include non-traditional scheduling, and teaching via alternative delivery systems.
• Network with community and industry partners to build/maintain a strong advisory board; gather feedback from stakeholders to meet standards of practice through Practical Nursing Program outcomes.
• Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully complete the responsibilities of the position.
• Serve actively on campus committees.
• Comply with HutchCC policies, procedures, and practices.

Secondary – 

• Performs other relevant duties and responsibilities assigned by the Allied Health Department Co-Chairs or Vice President of Academic Affairs. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A current, active, and unencumbered RN license from the United States, its five territories or possessions; or an equivalent international license. Possess or be qualified to obtain a professional nursing license in Kansas.
• Master’s degree in nursing required.
• Minimum of two (2) years teaching experience in a Practical Nursing Program.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in the practice of the profession, including at least three (3) years of clinical experience.
• Three (3) years of nursing education administration, licensing processes, and accreditation experience desired.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a diverse population of staff faculty and students.
• Ability to work in a multi-task team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Ability to travel and work flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
• Physical requirements include excellent listening skills; excellent organizational skills; ability and willingness to collaborate; ability to work independently; use appropriate judgment and to apply tact and courtesy in difficult situations; light to moderate, indoor work environment.
• Mental requirements include the ability to learn and comprehend basic instructions about the position.
• Physical and mental qualifications must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• The qualifications listed are guidelines for selection purposes; alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties.

SALARY and STATUS: 

The salary is commensurate with qualifications as determined by HutchCC administration.  This administrative position is 12 months annual (261 work days per fiscal year), benefit eligible, at-will, and exempt.