Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, and experienced Assistant Dean to lead and oversee the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at our Brookline campus in Phoenix, AZ. The Assistant Dean will provide strategic leadership, foster academic excellence, and ensure the program meets accreditation standards and prepares students for successful careers in nursing. This role requires a collaborative leader with a strong background in nursing education, administration, and curriculum development, dedicated to advancing student success and faculty engagement.
Instruction
- Facilitate student learning, provide effective instruction, and perform evaluations of student learning for all assigned clinicals, labs, or simulated clinical experiences (SCE), using each course's standard course outline as a guide. Ensure that students have attained minimum course competencies as described in the course syllabus
- Supervise, debrief, and evaluate students in lab, clinical, SCE, and similar settings as appropriate for the course or program
- Be available to students via email, phone, or personal conferences
- Meet all classes and other scheduled responsibilities such as scheduled clinical hours and meetings at the designated times. A faculty member should inform the Program Director / Academic Dean if they are unable to meet a student group on time
- Assure that classroom, lab, or pre- and post-conference rooms are left clean and orderly at the end of each event
Training and Professional Development
Attend New Faculty Orientation and participate in Faculty Mentor ProgramMaintain a faculty development plan with the assistance of academic administrationAttend campus faculty meetings and in-service trainings and other meetings as assignedRemain current in program knowledge, including maintaining licensure, certification, or continuing education requirements where appropriateParticipate in professional development activitiesAdministrative
Keep accurate attendance records, posting attendance in the portal and submitting attendance roster to the Academic Department for each class period in a timely mannerAssign grades and maintain course / student records in accordance with FERPA regulations and submit grades and records by established deadlinesMake missed lab, SCE, or clinical phone calls to students that misses or are not actively engaged in learning outcomesMake recommendations and adhere to the Academic Freedom policy as outlined in the Faculty handbookPerform other duties designated by the Program Administrator, Lead Instructor and / or Academic DeanCollaborates with other instructors in preparing, administering, and grading examinations for the course. Participates in the preparation of the final evaluations for the courseResponsible for assuring class attendance and grades are kept and submitted.Assist with strategic planning and assessment of instructional initiatives to ensure quality of program.Plans and implements orientation of new faculty in both theory and clinical facilities for the coursesUtilize principles of teaching that recognize the characteristics of the adult learnerMakes continuous efforts to improve quality of instructionDemonstrate or be willing to acquire skills for utilizing online activities as enhancers to course content / material during interactive teaching and learningMaintains student records of attendance, skills check-off forms, and assist with program data collection.Submit required program reports and forms to the Director of the program in a timely manner.Keep current with new technologies and safety regulationsParticipate in committee activities that support the mission and function of the nursing programAttend faculty meetingsPlan and supervises student clinical experience in assigned health care facilitiesEvaluates student performance in relation to clinical learning outcomes in accordance with policies and procedures established by the College, Department of NursingProvide feedback of clinical performance or specific event immediately after observationAssists in maintains student records of clinical attendance, skills check-off forms, and assist with program data collectionResponsible for making sure the clinical assignments meet both student and facility needsDetermines best method to observe, instruct, and evaluate students.Determines if clinical facility meet all health and safety requirements for the College students to attend clinicalsProvide access to students for ongoing communication through scheduling of office hours, electronic communication and other appropriate methodsParticipate in student advising activitiesQualifications
Registered Nurse with current and unencumbered licensureMasters of Science in Nursing Degree Required or BSN with previous teaching experience, currently enrolledAble to meet the faculty requirements set by Board of Registered Nursing in the state in which you will workExperience which demonstrates : Current knowledge of nursing practice; ability to mentor students; strong communication skills, both verbal and writtenOne (1) year adult instruction experience preferredA documented background in educational methodology consistent with teaching assignments including but not limited to education theory and practice, or current concepts relative to specific subjects he or she will be teaching, or current clinical practice experience, or distance education techniques and deliveryWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and other MS office products as needed