Director of finance Jobs in Bridgeport, CT

Director of Clinical Education

Hot Job

Bridgeport, CT

Overview

Position Type Full Time

Description

The mission of The University of Bridgeport is to promote academic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world.

Position Description Summary/Purpose :

The Director of Clinical Education will possess excellent written and communication skills, academic credentials, and analytic and organizational proficiency. This is a full-time, position that reports to the Executive Director, School of Nursing, working collaboratively with the Program Directors and all appropriate faculty and staff to promote student success by ensuring appropriate and meaningful clinical placements and sufficient adjunct faculty. The Director of Clinical Education will teach one course each semester in his or her area of expertise.

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.)

• Collaborate with Clinical Coordinators to ensure program excellence
• Provide leadership and support to coordinate the delivery of clinical education
• Schedule clinical experiences in collaboration with clinical coordinators to determine clinical and adjunct needs
• Develop and maintain adjunct, preceptor, and clinical affiliation paperwork and contracts
• Conduct orientation, faculty development, and evaluation for adjunct clinical instructors
• Collect, compile, and conduct basic analysis of assessment data in collaboration with Executive director and program Directors
• Initiate community outreach efforts that enhance the development of the School of Nursing
• Maintain contract agreements, files, and forms to ensure that all students and faculty have met the requirements set forth by the clinical agency
• Teach one course/ semester in area of expertise
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

Other Functions :

• Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
• Assists other School of Nursing Faculty as needed to promote a team effort.
• Supports student success in a diverse environment
• Potential for innovative and creative activity

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications :

Education, Training and Experience :

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in nursing or related field
• State of CT RN license (or eligible)
• Recent Clinical experience is required.
• Ability to demonstrate effectiveness in working with diverse populations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 2-3 years of recent teaching experience in a university nursing program.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent organizational skills
• One year in a leadership position
• Doctorate

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401k employer match
• Employee & dependent life insurance
• Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
• PTO program

The University of Bridgeport provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University of Bridgeport complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.