Practical Nursing Program ManagerThe Practical Nurse (PN) Program Manager will report to the Director of Nursing to provide leadership and program coordination for the students and faculty in the PN program. This position is also responsible for fostering positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The PN Program Manager will work with the Director of Nursing to ensure compliance with mandates set by the Institution and all accrediting and approving bodies.Essential Functions:Actively engage in retention activities including identifying at risk studentsDocumented communication with both students and faculty regarding attendance and progressAssist students with academic advice, and mentor instructors on effective academic counseling as neededEnsure student documents meet site standards for clinical placementAssist Director of Nursing with preparation of reports for state and federal agencies, maintain supply inventory, anticipating department needs, and maintain requisitions and cost allocationsCarry out departmental functions and participate in professional meetings and events in the absence of the Director of NursingActively participate in the recruitment of faculty/staffMay be required to teach as needed depending on courseAttend all faculty meetings and required staff development sessionsCollaborate with the program advisory committees and maintain positive communications within the career fieldProvide and/or coordinate student instruction on special topic workshops not covered by the academic faculty such as safety training, etc.Campus ATI Expert:Assist students with navigating ATI before and during the Virtual ATI processUtilize resources available to coach students through their academic challengesCollect data, analyze results and assist students accordinglyAssist student with remediation if not meeting level one benchmarkTutor students, as neededAssist students in preparation to challenge the NCLEX exam after program completion (i.e.
boot camp, review of test taking skills, etc.)Other allied health/practical nurse program duties as assignedKnowledge – Skills – Abilities:Exceptional verbal and written communication skills as well as active, empathetic listeningAbility to motivate, guide, and help students complete their program of study and faculty to mentor and educate.Strong ability to multi-task with frequent interruptionsMust be resourceful and able to problem solve, strong initiative and solid judgmentMust be reliable with strong time management skills and ability to work well under pressureMinimum Qualifications:Current registered/licensed practical nurse that is active and in good standingThree (3) years' work experience in a post-secondary institution preferred.One (1) academic year full-time teaching experience in post-secondary institutionWorking / Physical Demands:May require working late night or weekendsThe employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit for extended periods of time; and have sufficient hand, arm and finger dexterity to operate a phone, computer keyboard and other office equipment.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear.Equal Opportunity EmployerDorsey College is an Equal Opportunity employer. The College complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees.
Dorsey College is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment.