Director of Nursing Programs
North Little Rock, AR 
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NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College


University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations.

UA - Pulaski Tech, a comprehensive two-year college, offers associate degree and certificate programs for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and/or for career preparation and advancement. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at (501) 812-2839.

Department:Math, Natural Sciences, and Allied Health


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Summary of Job Duties:The Director of Nursing Programs manages the instructors and the educational activities of the programs and all classes. The Director of Nursing Programs will be responsible for the applicable accreditation/approval standards per agency regulations and UAPTC's Policy and Procedures.

*Supervises and monitors faculty activities by conducting faculty evaluations/classroom observations and ensuring continued education compliance for all programs that fall under the nursing umbrella;
*Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees in accordance with the college policies and applicable laws;
*Serves as departmental budget manager;
*Oversees didactic content, laboratory/clinical content, clinical rotations and affiliation agreements;
*Obtains/maintains accreditations/certificates/licenses from state and career placement;
*Designs new or implements changes to courses, degrees, and programs meeting institutional and program assessment and accreditation;
*Develops departmental strategic and operating plans in support of the college's initiatives;
*Services as a member of the Chair/Program Director's Cabinet and Advisory Boards;
*Contributes to decision-making on policies and problem-solving;
*Completes all department reports, schedules, and planning documents;
*Participates in communication between all constituents/affiliates, both internal and external;
*Collaborates with college officials in securing and administering grants; and
*Responsible for recruiting, orienting and supervising faculty members for the program
*Develops and maintains a resource of qualified adjunct instructors
*Participates in developing and delivering faculty in-service
*Assists Human Resources in assuring faculty are current with continuing education, licensure and certificate renewals
*Assists the Dean in developing academic schedules in compliance with College standards and program accreditation/approval standards
*Assists the Dean of Student Services in progressive disciplinary action, addressing complaints and resolving problems
*Assists faculty in developing syllabi, resource materials, classroom activities and outcome assessments
*Participates in curriculum revision
*Maintains curriculum in a variety of media
*Assures that lab equipment is properly maintained
*Participates in the selection of textbooks, software, and capital equipment
*Participates in establishing entrance requirements in the student selection process
*Facilitates advisory committee meetings
*Monitors student retention, by instructor and/or term
*Monitors graduate placement and pass rates on applicable licensure and registry examinations
*Participates in accreditation and approval processes
*Monitors and assures program compliance
*Be available in person, by phone, or other methods of communication to respond to students in a timely manner as problems arise
*Maintain inventory, equipment, and supply procurement and assure readiness of laboratory
*Serve as the coordinating member of the Advisory Committee for the program
*Maintains current level of knowledge through participation in educational and in-service programs, workshops, and professional affiliations
*Serves on college wide committees as appropriate
*Maintains office hours
*Performs other duties as assigned.
*Performs instructional duties as necessary.Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelors of Science in Nursing
  • Minimum of three (3) years of nursing practice
  • Leadership/Management Experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Three (3) to five (5) years of instructional experience
  • Master's Degree in Nursing


Additional Information:


Salary Information:

$65,000-$75,000


Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume


Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants


Recruitment Contact Information:

Human Resources
humanresources@uaptc.edu


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry


University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College is committed to providing a safe campus community. Title IX protects the college community from sexual harassment in a school's education programs and activities. This means that Title IX protects the college community in connection with all academic, educational, extracurricular, athletic, and other programs of the school, whether those programs take place in a school's facilities, in college transportation, at a class or training program sponsored by the school at another location, or elsewhere.

We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:Balancing, Crawling, Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, WalkingFrequent Physical Activity:Balancing, Crawling, Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, WalkingOccasional Physical Activity:Balancing, Crawling, Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, WalkingBenefits Eligible:Yes
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Associate Degree
Required Experience
3 years
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