Director of Practical Nursing Program

Program Leadership & Administration

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Practical Nursing Program, ensuring academic excellence and student success.

• Maintain compliance with all Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing rules, regulations, and reporting requirements.

• Oversee program budgets, resource allocation, and operational planning.

• Develop, review, and maintain clinical contracts; ensure faculty and students meet all clinical requirements.

• Prepare required self-studies, annual reports, and regulatory submissions.

Faculty Support & Development

• Recruit, hire, and onboard nursing faculty; ensure all hold current valid nursing licenses and meet educational/experiential qualifications.

• Mentor new faculty and assign mentors as needed; support faculty through their first year and beyond.

• Conduct faculty evaluations and maintain accurate personnel records.

• Identify and facilitate faculty professional development opportunities.

Academic & Clinical Coordination

• Schedule courses, teaching assignments, and clinical rotations each semester.

• Ensure necessary classroom, lab, and clinical resources are available to support learning experiences.

• Teach a minimum course load at least one semester per year.

Student Success & Compliance

• Support students through the licensing application process and submission of required documentation.

• Maintain accurate student and program records in compliance with regulatory guidelines.

• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that promotes student engagement and achievement.

Professional Engagement

• Participate in leadership activities within the nursing and nursing education community.

• Attend continuing education workshops, conferences, and seminars to stay current with best practices.

• Current registration as a Professional Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required; advanced degree preferred.
• Graduate from an approved school of professional nursing.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in nursing practice.
• Experience in nursing education and educational administration, preferably in aPractical Nursing Program.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and inspire faculty and students.

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