Director of Nursing bei Glenville State University, WV

About the Department

The College of Health Sciences at Glenville State University is seeking qualified candidates for Director of Nursing, a tenure-track position with faculty rank commensurate with experience.  The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Dean of Health Sciences and Provost of Academic Affairs to develop an accredited associate degree nursing program.  The university recently completed 8500 square feet of space dedicated for nursing education which includes four offices, two classrooms, and two clinical laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art high-fidelity manikins.  The development of an RN to BSN program will be investigated after the ASN program has been established.  The Director will assume responsibility for the overall implementation of the nursing program and will be required to teach a percentage of nursing coursework based on their area of expertise and clinical experiences.  The Director will report directly to the Dean of the College of Health Sciences.  Individuals with interest or expertise in curriculum innovation and the nursing accreditation process, as well as scholarly excellence in their specialty are encouraged to apply.  


UNIVERSITY PROFILE:

Enhancing healthcare opportunities, especially rural healthcare, is a priority of Glenville State University.  The nursing program is envisioned as the foundation of the health Sciences programs.   In addition to the completion of the nursing facility, the university is currently building the Morris Family Health & Fitness complex which will house additional academic programs in health sciences.  
Founded in 1872 and located in the heart of scenic, central West Virginia, Glenville State University is a growing and thriving university dedicated to providing a personalized education to approximately 1700 students, primarily from West Virginia, but also drawing students both nationally and internationally.  Many of the University’s students are first-generation and Pell-grant eligible.  The campus embraces the unique perspectives of its students, faculty, and staff and provides its students with opportunities to thrive in its vibrant setting in the center of the Appalachian Mountains.  The University’s mission is to prepare and inspire students to be thoughtful, productive, engaged, and responsible citizens who contribute to the well-being of their community, state, nation, and world, and this mission guides GSU's program and service development.   Glenville State offers more than 30 academic programs and awards associate's, bachelor's, and master’s degrees.  More information on Glenville State University can be found at Homepage | Glenville State University.

Position Duties

The successful applicant is expected to:

• Oversee the development and evaluation of nursing program policies and procedures.
• Build and maintain relationships with a sufficient number and type of facilities to support clinical placements.
• Oversee that the associate degree nursing program receives and maintains approval by the West Virginia Board of Nursing.
• Oversee that the associate degree nursing program receives and maintains national accreditation.
• Collaborate with departmental colleagues on curriculum development, program assessment, and other academic initiatives.
• Teach nursing courses based on expertise and departmental needs.
• Participate in department meetings, serve on committees, and contribute to the overall growth and advancement of the college.
• Support the development and implementation of grants and other externally funded projects.
• Contribute to student growth and development through academic advising and assistance.
• Support student recruitment and retention initiatives.
• Cultivate and maintain teaching and professional excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• An earned DNP or PhD in Nursing Education from an accredited institution.
• Unencumbered Licensure and eligibility for licensure as a registered nurse in WV (must obtain licensure before hire).
• Minimum of two years of academic administrative experience and/or collegiate teaching experience preferred.

Preferred:

• Experience with nursing program accreditation process.
• NLN CNE certification.

Other Qualifications

Interested applicants should submit the following materials:

• Cover letter outlining qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae (CV) with a detailed record of academic and professional experience
• Unofficial copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official copies required when hired).
• Contact information for three professional references.

Apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/glenvilleeduScreening of all applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  

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