Associate Dean, Nursing
 Kern Community College District | |
 United States, California, Bakersfield | |
 Dec 19, 2024 | |
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Associate Dean, Nursing Kern Community College District Salary: $122,432.59 - $160,642.18 Annually Job Type: Job Number: FY23-2400941 Location: Bakersfield, CA Department: Nursing Basic Function Under the direction of the Dean of Nursing/Allied Health, the Associate Dean, Health Careers, is responsible for the coordination, administration, and operation of the Nursing (RN, VN), and Emergency Medical Technology (EMT-Basic) programs and the development of allied health programs to meet community needs. The Associate Dean will provide leadership and assume responsibility for evaluation of the Nursing, EMT-Basic, and continuing education curricula as required by various licensing and accrediting agencies. Representative Duties Coordinate the administration and operation of the Registered Nursing, Vocational Nursing, and EMT-Basic programs, including courses and clinical facilities in order to maximize the learning opportunities for students. Provide technical program information and assistance to faculty, administrators, staff, clinical agencies, and health facilities to promote the nursing, and other allied health programs. Be responsible for the development, evaluation, and revision of the curricula of the nursing and EMT programs for compliance with licensing, accrediting, agencies, and College policies and procedures. Assist in the promotion and marketing of the College image and articulation of the programs in the College service area. Maintain close liaison and harmonious relationships with area hospitals, related health care facilities, other Kern CCD nursing/allied health programs and educational and public agencies to foster strong working relationships. Prepare and review state and national reports required by accrediting and governmental agencies, including but not limited to the Board of Registered Nursing, the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians, Department of Health Services, and the EMT approval authority to maintain and enhance the standards of the programs. Evaluate the files of students entering the nursing and EMT-Basic programs, including advising and notifying students of entrance status to the programs. Develop and administer the annual budget, maintain cost control of the budget and seek additional funding sources. Disseminate research findings on health education issues to the faculty and staff and other agencies as appropriate. Represent the College in local and state meetings related to nursing and EMT programs, standards, and accreditation. Be responsible for the development and revision of allied health programs in order to meet community and student needs. Prepare and administer grants, as appropriate. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Dean, Nursing/Allied Health. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications from BRN (A) A master's or higher degree from an accredited college or university which includes course work in nursing, education or administration; (B) One (1) years' experience as an administrator with validated performance of administrative responsibilities consistent with section 1420(h); (C) Two (2) years' experience teaching in pre- or post-licensure registered nursing programs; and (D) One (1) years' continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience direct patient care as a registered nurse; or (E) Equivalent experience and/or education, as determined by the board. AND Minimum Qualifications from BVNPT: (A) Hold a current California active license as a Registered Nurse; and (B) Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited school; and (C) Have a minimum of three years' experience as a registered nurse; one year shall be in teaching or clinical supervision, or a combination thereof, in a state accredited or approved registered nursing or vocational or practical nursing, or psychiatric technician school within the last five years; or a minimum of three years' experience in nursing administration or nursing education within the last five years; and (D) Have completed a course or courses offered by an accredited school with instruction in administration, teaching, and curriculum development. Knowledge and Abilities KNOWLEDGE OF: ABILITY TO: SALARY RANGE $ 122,432.59 - $ 160,642.18 Annually Maximum Entry Level Salary: $128,630.75 Annually SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS First Review of Applications: Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; but those received by January 13, 2025, are assured consideration. The College reserves the right to extend time limits or reinitiate the recruitment/selection process at any point. Completed application packet MUST include:
It is the applicant's responsibility to redact (or remove) any personal information from all documents prior to uploading. This includes Social Security Numbers, Date of Birth, and any photos of the applicant. Foreign Degree: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements. EEO Plan 2021-2024 (Download PDF reader) Note: The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices. Discrimination Free Work Environment The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission All applicants must apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/kccd/jobs/4657761/associate-dean-nursing. Emails will not be accepted. jeid-6d7d22df0acc7a42b39ed928a1f4a94c | |