Job Profile Summary

The Dean, Nurse Administrator is responsible for the leadership, management, and administration of the Nursing (ADN-RN) program, LPN to RN and RN to BSN transition programs aligned to Florida State Statute and State Board Rule, Broward College policies and procedures, and the standards of the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). The Nurse Administrator has authority and responsibility for the development and administration of the Associate- and Bachelor-level Nursing programs, including planning, scheduling, evaluation, budgeting, maintenance of accreditation, promoting instructional quality, program and course learning outcomes, and student success. Additionally, the Nurse Administrator coordinates and conducts outreach efforts, student clubs and co-curricular activities, the career-exploration of prospective students; and the recruitment and onboarding of eligible students.

  

Minimum Education:

• A Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution of higher education required; Doctorate degree in Nursing or related field preferred.

Minimum Experience/Training:

• 7-10 years of progressive management and administrative experience.

• Teaching and/or related work experience in the Nursing field.

Minimum Certification/Licenses:

• Incumbent must possess an active and unencumbered license as a registered nurse in the state of Florida

Essential Functions:

• Daily - 20%:

Serves as Nursing Administrator for the Nursing Department with regards to state, professional organizations, accrediting bodies, the community, and external constituents.

Oversees the nursing programs and their function under the auspices of Nursing and the Health Sciences Pathway.

Collaborates with Nursing program stakeholders to develop a mission and philosophy for the unit that is congruent with the

core values, mission and goals of Broward College.

Ensures the representation of the nursing faculty and students in governance activities.

Develops and implements program, faculty, staff and student policies that are consistent with those of the college; differences are justified by the purpose and outcomes of the nursing program.

Ensures that policies/procedures are publicly available, non-discriminatory, and consistently applied.

Prepares and administers the program budget with input from stakeholders in an efficient manner to maximize the use of fiscal, physical and learning resources.

Guides and directs the advisory committees for the Nursing programs.

Contributes to the design of search committee membership and essential qualities of a successful applicant, and fully participates in the selection and on-boarding of new employees, as applicable to the areas of responsibility.

• Daily - 20%:

Ensures that end-of-program student learning outcomes are used to organize the curriculum, guide the delivery of instruction, and direct learning activities.

Ensures that the assessment of end-of-program student learning outcomes and program outcomes are shared with communities of interest, and the communities of interest have input into program processes and decision-making.

Ensures that the curriculum and instructional processes reflect educational theory, inter- and intra-professional collaboration, research, cultural, ethnic and socially diverse perspectives and current standards of practice.

Ensures that learning activities, instructional materials, and evaluation methods are appropriate for all delivery formats and consistent with end-of-program student learning outcomes.

Ensures that student clinical experiences and practice learning environments are evidence-based, reflect contemporary practice and nationally established patient health and safety goals, and support the achievement of the end-of-program student learning outcomes.

Reviews and verifies that written agreements with clinical practice agencies, other health-related organizations, and educational institutions are current, specify expectations for all parties, are compliant with applicable laws and policies, have Broward College legal counsel approval, and ensures the protection of students.

Coordinates the completion of background and drug screening requirements with college staff and affiliated agency staff in adherence with applicable requirements in a timely manner.

• Daily - 20%:

Engages full-time and part-time faculty in ongoing development of teaching and learning practices, assessment and feedback processes, and alternate modalities such as online education and simulation.

In coordination with Associate Dean(s), as applicable, evaluates faculty (full- and part-time) and staff and provides coaching, mentoring, and feedback in accordance with college policy/procedures.

Promotes teaching excellence and professional development, and service to the college and community, fostering best practices in nursing education, current nursing accrediting body standards and college policies for all administrators, faculty and staff.

Implements a systematic plan of evaluation of course level and program level outcomes and utilizes assessment of the outcomes to drive decision-making for the improvement of outcomes and efficient utilization of resources.

Works closely with the Associate Deans of Nursing, the faculty/staff assigned to the program, health science recruiters, health science counselor, and advisors at multi-campus locations to promote excellence and leadership and to ensure effective attainment of hospital scholarship program education initiatives by serving as chair or member of committees, task forces and advisory committees, and by supervising associate dean(s), faculty, and staff within the degree program.

• monitoring enrollment and collaborating with admissions and advising departments to ensure targets are met
• collaborating with hospital partners in securing student scholarships
• assisting in student recruitment, admissions, and retention
• representing the Pathway and the college in community-related activities
• contributing to the design of hiring committees for faculty and staff and participates with faculty, staff and administration in the selection of new employees
• Daily - 20%:

Coordinates with the division of Student Services and the division of Workforce Education & Economic Development (WE&ED) to ensure the appropriate career-exploration and selection, recruitment, admission, onboarding, retention, and advising of students.

Collaborates with the Accessibility Services division to ensure opportunity and access to students consistent with hospital partner regulations and college policies.

Partners with the College Registrar to maintain student educational records in compliance with college, state, and federal guidelines.

Collaborates with the division of Financial Aid and Student Accounts to maintain compliance with Higher Education Reauthorization Act Title IV eligibility and certification requirements, including default rates and the results of financial or compliance audits.

Works with the College Ombudsperson to ensure that student complaints and grievances receive due process and include evidence of resolution.

Collaborates with the AVP, Student Life and the campus Student Life Directors to plan and deliver co-curricular opportunities for student engagement.

Collaborates with the division of Instructional Technology to ensure that students have access to technology and that technological support is available to students.

Works with the Dean, Nursing & SIM Center to articulate students in the BSN program and utilize the SIM Center effectively to extend the learning opportunities for students to attain course and program level outcomes.

Works with the Director of the Grants department to seek, develop and manage grants that promote the strategic objectives and capital improvement needs of the department and college.

Develops strong partnerships with appropriate community stakeholders in support of program and college development by: - collaborating with the college foundation in fund-raising activities on behalf of nursing, allied health and health sciences simulation center.

• working with educational institutions and health care agencies to provide for articulation agreements, student clinical placement, faculty and program support.
• representing BC in interactions with hospitals, governmental and regulatory agencies, officials who interface with health care, research, education, and other institutions.

• Daily - 10%:

Serves the college through committee involvement, curriculum development, and development of innovative instruction methods and modalities.

Displays a strong commitment to Associate Degree Nursing Education that is seamlessly articulated into the Baccalaureate degree.

Supports college extracurricular functions.

Maintains currency in the field through professional development and scholarly activities.

Performs related duties required for the administration and management of the academic program(s) as required or assigned by the College Provost, Vice Provost of Academic Affairs, and/or College President (includes functions which may include internal and/or external committees, efficient scheduling, accreditation etc.; or other functions determined necessary for successful management of the program).

• Daily - 10%:

Supports the career-exploration activities of the college’s students

Actively recruits eligible students and collaborates with faculty and student services to align admission criteria to evidence-based measures of success

Ensures that the college’s nursing program is highly visible in the community through outreach activities and collaboration with the college’s media relations department.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of ACEN standards and the skill to lead the department to attainment of the accrediting body standards

• Ability to lead a team to develop a vision, mission, and strategic plan.

• Knowledge of college policies, procedures, Collective Bargaining Agreements, Florida State Statute and State Board Rule, college divisions and departments, and their respective functions; and the ability to collaborate with college stakeholders to administer the program.

• Knowledge of budget, procurement and contract development and approval processes.

• Knowledge of adult learning techniques, innovative teaching practices, research-based pedagogy, construction of valid and reliable assessments of learning, and the use of assessments and outcomes to promote successful attainment of course and program student learning outcomes.

• Knowledge of procedures for securing enough clinical placements and the ability to innovate to close the gap on the demands of the local marketplace for qualified nurses.

• Ability to coach and mentor staff and faculty and knowledge of formative and summative personnel feedback and evaluation techniques and processes.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, conflict resolution, and financial management skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of a diverse student population

• Model inclusive excellence through specific actions that support the College’s diversity goals in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of talented and diverse faculty and staff

• Ability to effectively respond to common inquires or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, faculty, staff, students, and members of multiple disciplines within nursing and health sciences and healthcare agencies

• Imminent knowledge of current professional trends in the nursing and various health science professions and general knowledge of current trends in the professional and business practices of the health care system.

• Ability to research and identify nursing trends and developments, technical advancements and skills to target professional needs in the business community.

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other departments, staff, faculty, students and the public.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and inspire others to achieve objectives.

• Strong leadership skills including sound judgement, flexibility and decisiveness in resolving complex issues.

Our Culture – At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Job Title

Dean, Nursing Administrator

  

Position Number

P0076920

    

Job Status

Full time Regular

    

Department

Academic Affairs

  

Location

Central Campus

    

Pay Grade

312

    

Salary

$98,280 - $113,022 (salary commensurate with education and experience)

  

Work Shift

Varies

   

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday/weekend/varies

   

Hours Per Week

37.5

   

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled

   

Comments

To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application form along with a cover letter, resume and unofficial transcript are required.

   

Designated Essential Personnel

Yes

   

FLSA Status

Exempt

   

Position Classification

Administrators

   

Special Instructions to Applicant:

For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application. If unable to attach the documentation, please email document to jobs@broward.edu or fax to 954-201-7612, stating clearly the position name(s) and position number(s) the transcript is to be attached to.

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.

**Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the “Resume/CV/Transcript/License/Certification” section of the application**

Please refer to link with the instructions on how to submit an application with multiple documents. https://www.broward.edu/jobs/_docs/tutorial_external_applicant_broward_college.pdf.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process.

Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

  

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at nanders1@broward.edu.

Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.