Director Nursing

Posting Details

Announcement Information

Posting Number
AA

Title
Director, Nursing (Full-Time, Academic Administrator) Fresno City College

Campus Location
Fresno City College

Start Date
07/01/2025

Essential Functions of Position

General Purpose

Under general direction of the Dean, Instruction, plans, organizes, directs and integrates operations of the Registered Nursing (RN) instructional program; provides leadership in program/curriculum development, Guided Pathways, and RN program review and improvement; oversees and performs class schedule development; assigns and approves professional development; assists the Dean in faculty evaluation and tenure processes; ensures compliance with all regulations and requirements established by the California Board of Registered Nursing; promotes and represents the RN program with other campus departments and with community partners; manages assigned functions to ensure compliance with District policies and procedures and all state and federal codes, educational regulations and requirements; and performs related duties as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics
Director, Nursing is distinguished from other academic directors by the incumbent's responsibility for the leadership and administration of the Registered Nursing program as required by licensing and accrediting agencies.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.

•  Plans, organizes, directs, controls, integrates and evaluates the academic programs and work of the Registered Nursing department; with employees, develops, implements and monitors academic and work plans to achieve goals and objectives; monitors performance against the annual department budget; manages and directs the development, implementation and evaluation of plans, work processes, systems and procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives and work standards.
•  Participates in the selection and onboarding of full-time and part-time faculty, in coordination with their department, Dean, selection advisory committee, and the Human Resources Department; conducts and/or facilitates new employee orientations; coordinates and participates in the timely evaluation of faculty; encourages faculty in their continuing professional development; works to promote and maintain a collegial environment; serves as a mediator in the adjudication of faculty, staff, student and community conflict-resolution and grievance processes.
•  Directs and manages the performance of assigned employees; directs and oversees the selection of employees; establishes performance requirements and professional development targets for direct reports; regularly monitors performance and provides coaching for performance improvement and development including timely performance evaluations; ensures accurate reporting of absence time; hears and acts on employee grievances; subject to concurrence by senior management and Human Resources, approves or takes disciplinary action, up to and including termination, to address performance deficiencies, in accordance with Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, Human Resources procedures, Personnel Commission Rules, and collective bargaining agreements.
•  Develops, administers, supervises and monitors the program's budgets to ensure effective financial management and alignment with the nursing program's goals; works closely with the Dean to identify, pursue, and secure additional funding sources, including grants, donations, and partnerships, to support the program's growth and sustainability; manages resource allocation to optimize the use of available funds, ensuring that financial resources are distributed efficiently across program areas; consults with Dean regarding expenditure needs outside of the approved budget and provides strategic recommendations for reallocating resources as necessary to meet emerging priorities.
•  Provides day-to-day leadership and works with employees to ensure a high-performance, service-oriented work environment that supports achievement of the department's and the District's mission, objectives and values; promotes workplace diversity, inclusion, cultural competency and a positive work environment.
•  Works closely with Guided Pathways and Equity Committees to advance the State Chancellor's Vison for Success; works with K-12, college, and university partners in the development of career and/or transfer pathways; leads initiatives to foster an inclusive and diverse environment within the nursing program by developing and implementing strategies that promote diversity in recruitment, retention and curriculum development; collaborates with stakeholders to regularly assess the program's diversity efforts and makes necessary adjustments to meet evolving needs and promote equitable healthcare outcomes.
•  Participates in the development and implementation of District and college strategic plans, goals and objectives; leads and directs department employees in the development and application of new methodologies, technologies and business process improvements to achieve higher efficiency, productivity and customer service in department work processes.
•  Plans, organizes and manages the effective delivery of college instructional programs for Registered Nursing; assists faculty with program accreditation requirements; recommends faculty teaching assignments and monitors teaching loads; manages and oversees the scheduling of section offerings and classrooms including theory classes, skills lab, and hospital clinical laboratory experiences with a focus on medical/surgical nursing; ensures student safety policies and procedures are followed as outlined in the student handbook and as established at the clinical site; monitors class sizes and cancellations and approves and directs implementation of schedule changes; creates and works with faculty to maintain an assessment plan to measure program courses for student learning outcomes; leads and works with the Dean and faculty in conducting curriculum and overall program review, evaluation and planning to ensure the currency and relevance of curriculum in meeting the needs of students.
•  Promotes and participates in collaborations with other schools of nursing and the health care community to develop partnerships and support clinical placement of students in the programs.
•  Works with department faculty, staff and administration to ensure compliance with California Code of Regulations Title V, accreditation standards and Board Policies and Administrative Regulations; ensures compliance with all regulations and requirements established by the State of California Board of Registered Nursing and with required student learning outcomes; and ensures the Registered Nursing Program maintains approval with the Board of Registered Nursing.
•  Provides leadership and coordinates participation in state, local and regional collaborations and in community outreach activities in an effort to expand programs; promotes the college's nursing programs; oversees the development of grant applications and administration of grants.
•  Recommends, develops, implements, and revises policies, procedures and operational guidelines to improve and/or clarify processes.
•  Engages in professional development by attending relevant conferences, workshops, and seminars to stay current with nursing education trends.
•  Interprets, applies and ensures compliance with all federal and state laws, applicable program policies, procedures, guidelines and reporting requirements; remains current on applicable legislative decisions and developments; ensures accuracy and validity of program tracking and data; develops, maintains and audits spreadsheets, databases and reports; utilizes third-party portals and databases to research and track student information.
•  Makes presentations to diverse audiences, including the Board of Trustees and to other board-level groups.
•  Serves on or leads committees, workgroups, and task forces, and represents the college/District at local, regional, state and national conferences, meetings, workshops and training seminars. Other Duties
•  Manages and oversees the maintenance of student clinical records.
•  Responds to and manages issues or emergencies that arise within the nursing program, ensuring the development of effective protocols, staff readiness through ongoing training and providing clear leadership during critical situations.
•  Schedules and presides over meetings of the Nursing Advisory Committee.
•  Participates in participatory governance processes and initiatives.
•  Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the District.
•  Performs related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications

Must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practices.

An earned master's degree or higher in nursing, education, or administration from an accredited college or university; and . click apply for full job details