FOUNDING DEPARTMENT CHAIR/PROGRAM DIRECTOR

  • Elon University
  • Elon, NC
  • Jun 18, 2020
Full time Education

Job Description

Elon University, a national university renowned as a model for engaged learning, is seeking a visionary and innovative founding department chair/program director to lead the Department of Nursing. This leader will guide the accreditation and implementation of progressive nursing programs and curricula focused on the reduction of health disparities; community-based, population health; and the utilization of health informatics to optimize healthcare outcomes. The Department of Nursing will be part of the Elon University School of Health Sciences, which also includes the Department of Physical Therapy Education, established in 1998, and the Department of Physician Assistant Studies, established in 2013. Elon offers a salary commensurate with qualifications, an excellent benefits package and generous retirement plan.


Purpose
Provides the essential leadership necessary to ensure the creation, growth, and development of the Department of Nursing. Participates in various committees within Elon University and at a state and national level that assist in the growth of the nursing profession.


Duties and Responsibilities
Administrative
• Responsible for the organization, administration, continuous review/analysis, and planning and development of the program. Supervises faculty and staff in all activities related directly to the program.
• Responsible for all activities related to North Carolina Board of Nursing and Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education accreditation.
• Responsible for departmental budgets and ensure adequate funding to meet departmental goals and objectives.
• Conducts annual performance appraisals of all staff and annual faculty.
• Responsible for assigning and monitoring faculty workload.
• Responsible for faculty recruitment and retention within the department.
• Assists in student recruitment and admissions.
• Serves as spokesperson for the department and participate in public relations/development office activities at the local, state, and national level.
• Serves on Elon University committees based on policies described in the Faculty Handbook.
• Serves on the School of Health Sciences leadership team, creating shared vision and commitment to strategic planning and institutional priorities.


Educational
• Provides leadership and support for faculty development.
• Creates expectations and opportunities to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion within the Department of Nursing and the School of Health Sciences.
• Coordinates the maintenance and review of program curriculum.
• Participates in the maintenance and review of all materials on the Elon University Department of Nursing web site, brochures, and student handbooks.
• Plans and participates in student orientation.
Clinical
• Maintains state licensure.


Miscellaneous
• Maintains record of ongoing scholarly activity.
• Participates in community service activities.
Supervisor
The Department chair/program director reports directly to the Dean of the School of Health Sciences and supervises the faculty and staff.


Requirements
• Must possess a graduate-level nursing degree. A doctorate level degree is preferred.
• Hold a nursing license in North Carolina.
• Five years of full-time higher education experience, preferably in a nursing program
• Previous successful experience required includes:
o academic program administration
o classroom/clinical teaching
o ability to establish a curriculum which emphasizes engaged learning
o exceptional communication skills
o experience with budget development and management
o successful completion of North Carolina Board of Nursing and Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education accreditation processes
o strong support for faculty development
o a demonstrated commitment to students


Elon University is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body and welcomes all applicants. To learn more about Elon, please visit the University web site at www.elon.edu.


Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three (3) professional references. Candidates who have experience working with a diverse range of people, and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences in their cover letter. Review of applications will begin immediately with a deadline date of August 1, 2020. Anticipated start date is Fall 2020.


E-mail application information and direct questions to:
Search Committee Chair
Paula DiBiasio, PT, DPT, MS
Associate Professor of Physical Therapy Education
pdibiasio@elon.edu