Stevenson University Online (Official Page)
Program Director, Graduate Nursing
Stevenson University Online (Official Page), Towson, Maryland, United States, 21286
Program Director, Graduate Nursing Department, School of Nursing & Health Professions
Position Summary: The Program Director for Graduate Nursing is a 12‑month faculty administrator position with responsibility for leading, managing, and coordinating the Master of Science degree programs in Nursing according to Stevenson University, Stevenson University Online, and the Berman School of Nursing and Health Professions policies and procedures.
The Program Director collaborates with the Chief Nurse Administrator and the Nursing Unit Leadership Team to support the administration of policies and procedures necessary for compliance with the State Board of Nursing, Nurse Practice Act and share responsibility for the program’s accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) by fostering a culture of assessment, continuous quality improvement and adherence to the CCNE Standards for data collection, analysis and reporting.
The Program Director for Graduate Nursing also fulfills all responsibilities of a full‑time faculty member as defined in the Stevenson University Policy Manual and in the Full‑Time Faculty Job Description approved by the faculty of the Berman School of Nursing and Health Professions. The teaching load requirement is 18 contact hours per calendar year.
Education / Experience
Doctorate in nursing or related field and a Master’s degree in Nursing required.
Minimum 5 years of college level teaching and experience as an academic administrator preferred.
Must hold an unencumbered license as registered nurse (RN) by the Maryland Board of Nursing, or licensure with multi‑state practice privilege in another state, or be eligible for licensure in the state of Maryland.
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability
Demonstrated excellence as a leader, manager, educator, and scholar.
Commitment to excellence in teaching and enhancement of student academic achievement, including knowledge of and experience with assessment.
Knowledge of best practices in nursing education and assessment, including AACN Essentials of Baccalaureate and Master’s Nursing Education, CCNE accreditation standards and State Board of Nursing standards.
Ability to recruit, coach, manage, support, and develop faculty.
Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse populations of students, faculty, and staff.
Ability to build effective partnerships with clinical agencies and external organizations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills; skill in conflict resolution and demonstrated team‑building ability.
Commitment to scholarly activity and professional development.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel; database management and other computer skills valued.
Experience in implementing and assessing competency‑based education (CBE) in nursing.
Experience with curriculum development, implementation, and assessment.
Outstanding technology and organizational skills including Blackboard or similar platforms.
Ability to work collegially and collaboratively with diverse teams of faculty, staff, and program coordinators.
Proven ability to develop effective course materials, syllabi, lesson plans, lectures, and workshops for students or faculty.
Ability to work evenings and weekends.
Physical Requirements Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Requires sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, keyboarding, and repetitive motions. Close visual acuity. Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. Requires sitting for long periods and the ability to speak clearly and effectively for extended periods, including days, evenings, and weekends.
Essential Functions Administrative Activity
Serve as the first point of contact for students, faculty, staff and others regarding questions, complaints, and issues pertaining to graduate nursing programs.
Investigate reports of academic misconduct involving graduate nursing courses or students according to university policies and procedures.
Participate in the grade appeal process as necessary according to university policies and procedures.
Assess program quality and effectiveness on an ongoing basis based on CCNE and university guidelines.
Facilitate the implementation and assessment of Competency‑Based Education in the graduate nursing program.
Facilitate the development, implementation, and revision of program curriculum in collaboration with nursing unit and program faculty and staff and other relevant campus offices.
Develop strategic initiatives and manage the program operating budget in consultation with the Dean of the School of Nursing and Health Professions.
Schedule classes offered by the program in consultation with the Dean, the Registrar’s Office and other relevant offices.
Hire, mentor, monitor and evaluate personnel performance according to established University guidelines.
Ensure program participation in recruitment initiatives, including participation in Stevenson University Online information sessions, networking for knowledge sessions and instant decision days.
Collaborate with Stevenson University Online staff to manage recruitment, registration, enrollment, and retention of students.
Attend and participate in nursing faculty/staff meetings.
Serve on the Nursing Unit Leadership Team.
Engage in and support grant‑writing and other scholarly pursuits.
Attend professional development workshops, meetings, and conferences related to responsibilities as Program Director.
Actively engage in collaborative pursuits and forging relationships with external and internal constituencies.
Collaborate with other schools and offices on campus to ensure alignment with overall university goals.
Coordinate program events such as the Graduate Research Symposium.
Instructional Activity
Engage in instructional activity totaling 18 contact hours per calendar year.
Teaching responsibilities include preparation of online courses, maintaining competence, preparing materials, conferring with students, directing studies and evaluating projects.
Evaluate, update, and revise courses regularly.
Participate in the assessment activities of the Nursing Unit, School, and University.
Maintain collegial and ethical conduct in all interactions.
Scholarly Activity
Develop and maintain independent intellectual pursuits, including research, to enhance teaching effectiveness.
Attend professional development workshops, meetings, and talks related to professional interests.
Pursue internal and external funding for scholarly activity.
Service Activity
Attend all faculty/staff meetings at the university and school level.
Attend nursing commencement and pinning ceremonies as requested.
Serve on school and university committees as needed.
Serve on at least one Nursing Unit Working Group.
Participate in school and university events.
Reports To: Dean, Berman School of Nursing and Health Professions.
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The Program Director collaborates with the Chief Nurse Administrator and the Nursing Unit Leadership Team to support the administration of policies and procedures necessary for compliance with the State Board of Nursing, Nurse Practice Act and share responsibility for the program’s accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) by fostering a culture of assessment, continuous quality improvement and adherence to the CCNE Standards for data collection, analysis and reporting.
The Program Director for Graduate Nursing also fulfills all responsibilities of a full‑time faculty member as defined in the Stevenson University Policy Manual and in the Full‑Time Faculty Job Description approved by the faculty of the Berman School of Nursing and Health Professions. The teaching load requirement is 18 contact hours per calendar year.
Education / Experience
Doctorate in nursing or related field and a Master’s degree in Nursing required.
Minimum 5 years of college level teaching and experience as an academic administrator preferred.
Must hold an unencumbered license as registered nurse (RN) by the Maryland Board of Nursing, or licensure with multi‑state practice privilege in another state, or be eligible for licensure in the state of Maryland.
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability
Demonstrated excellence as a leader, manager, educator, and scholar.
Commitment to excellence in teaching and enhancement of student academic achievement, including knowledge of and experience with assessment.
Knowledge of best practices in nursing education and assessment, including AACN Essentials of Baccalaureate and Master’s Nursing Education, CCNE accreditation standards and State Board of Nursing standards.
Ability to recruit, coach, manage, support, and develop faculty.
Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse populations of students, faculty, and staff.
Ability to build effective partnerships with clinical agencies and external organizations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills; skill in conflict resolution and demonstrated team‑building ability.
Commitment to scholarly activity and professional development.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel; database management and other computer skills valued.
Experience in implementing and assessing competency‑based education (CBE) in nursing.
Experience with curriculum development, implementation, and assessment.
Outstanding technology and organizational skills including Blackboard or similar platforms.
Ability to work collegially and collaboratively with diverse teams of faculty, staff, and program coordinators.
Proven ability to develop effective course materials, syllabi, lesson plans, lectures, and workshops for students or faculty.
Ability to work evenings and weekends.
Physical Requirements Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Requires sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, keyboarding, and repetitive motions. Close visual acuity. Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. Requires sitting for long periods and the ability to speak clearly and effectively for extended periods, including days, evenings, and weekends.
Essential Functions Administrative Activity
Serve as the first point of contact for students, faculty, staff and others regarding questions, complaints, and issues pertaining to graduate nursing programs.
Investigate reports of academic misconduct involving graduate nursing courses or students according to university policies and procedures.
Participate in the grade appeal process as necessary according to university policies and procedures.
Assess program quality and effectiveness on an ongoing basis based on CCNE and university guidelines.
Facilitate the implementation and assessment of Competency‑Based Education in the graduate nursing program.
Facilitate the development, implementation, and revision of program curriculum in collaboration with nursing unit and program faculty and staff and other relevant campus offices.
Develop strategic initiatives and manage the program operating budget in consultation with the Dean of the School of Nursing and Health Professions.
Schedule classes offered by the program in consultation with the Dean, the Registrar’s Office and other relevant offices.
Hire, mentor, monitor and evaluate personnel performance according to established University guidelines.
Ensure program participation in recruitment initiatives, including participation in Stevenson University Online information sessions, networking for knowledge sessions and instant decision days.
Collaborate with Stevenson University Online staff to manage recruitment, registration, enrollment, and retention of students.
Attend and participate in nursing faculty/staff meetings.
Serve on the Nursing Unit Leadership Team.
Engage in and support grant‑writing and other scholarly pursuits.
Attend professional development workshops, meetings, and conferences related to responsibilities as Program Director.
Actively engage in collaborative pursuits and forging relationships with external and internal constituencies.
Collaborate with other schools and offices on campus to ensure alignment with overall university goals.
Coordinate program events such as the Graduate Research Symposium.
Instructional Activity
Engage in instructional activity totaling 18 contact hours per calendar year.
Teaching responsibilities include preparation of online courses, maintaining competence, preparing materials, conferring with students, directing studies and evaluating projects.
Evaluate, update, and revise courses regularly.
Participate in the assessment activities of the Nursing Unit, School, and University.
Maintain collegial and ethical conduct in all interactions.
Scholarly Activity
Develop and maintain independent intellectual pursuits, including research, to enhance teaching effectiveness.
Attend professional development workshops, meetings, and talks related to professional interests.
Pursue internal and external funding for scholarly activity.
Service Activity
Attend all faculty/staff meetings at the university and school level.
Attend nursing commencement and pinning ceremonies as requested.
Serve on school and university committees as needed.
Serve on at least one Nursing Unit Working Group.
Participate in school and university events.
Reports To: Dean, Berman School of Nursing and Health Professions.
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