ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Administration:
- Provide leadership in the development and ongoing improvement of post-licensure and graduate nursing programs.
- Develop and implement systems for recruitment, advisement, orientation, and matriculation of graduate students.
- Collaborate with the Chairperson to plan and manage teaching workload responsibilities.
- Provide regular consultation to the Chairperson regarding program strengths, weaknesses, enrollment, and student/faculty concerns.
- Recruit, interview, and recommend faculty and staff candidates.
- Evaluate faculty and support staff performance.
- Coordinate visits for prospective students and faculty applicants.
- Participate in admissions decisions and finalize incoming classes in collaboration with faculty and leadership.
- Manage graduate student leave requests, petitions, and grievances in accordance with policy.
- Lead curriculum development, revision, and innovation.
- Oversee comprehensive exams and capstone experiences.
- Ensure accuracy of program materials and communications.
- Recommend candidates for graduation.
- Propose new graduate programs and certificates.
- Coordinate outreach and graduate education initiatives.
- Prepare grant proposals to support program development.
- Ensure collection and analysis of program evaluation and assessment data.
- Maintain systematic evaluation plans supporting student and program outcomes.
- Participate in School of Nursing operations, planning, and fiscal management.
- Prepare reports and maintain program records.
- Serve as a mentor and role model to faculty.
- Assume leadership responsibilities in the Chairperson’s absence as needed.
Faculty Responsibilities: Teaching:
Participate in teaching consistent with the mission of the School of Nursing & Health Sciences.
Research/Scholarship:
Engage in research and scholarly activities. Foster a climate of scholarship and academic inquiry.
Service:
Serve as a resource to faculty and students. Participate in professional, college, and university service activities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Ability to lead, direct, and collaborate effectively with faculty, students, and stakeholders. Strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrated expertise in graduate-level teaching and curriculum development. Effective cross-cultural communication and multicultural competence.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
This position does not have supervisor responsibility
OTHER DUTIES:
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with eligibility for academic appointment at the rank of associate professor or professor and a minimum of three (3) years of experience teaching in a graduate nursing program. Experience in academic administration, accreditation, and fiscal and personnel management required.
Licensing and Certifications:
Eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse and APRN in Kentucky. National certification in area of advanced specialization.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to sit for extended periods and perform work at a workstation. Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds. Normal mobility and physical endurance for routine academic and administrative activities.
