Community Health Director jobs in Roanoke, VA

Company Summary

Become an integral member of a dedicated team focused on improving the quality of life among citizens in southeastern and south-central West Virginia. New River Community Technical College provides comprehensive, quality higher education, workforce training and community education programs and services. We aspire to make a difference in the communities in which we serve.

We are seeking an enthusiastic professional Director of Associate Degree Nursing Program - Instructor of Allied Health who is passionate about cultivating the school's mission and objectives through student instruction, guidance and review in order to ensure successful development of each student. Because of our commitment to community employment preference is given to residents who live in WV and New River r Community and Technical College service area.

This position is a full-time position for the Lewisburg WV campus on site and will report directly to the Dean of Pre-professional programs. The position will work collaboratively with management, faculty and staff within the department and college to serve the best interests of the students. Some travel will be required to additional New River CTC locations.

Job Summary

The Director of Associate Degree Nursing (ADN Program serves as the academic leader and manages the administrative functions of the ADN Program. The Director of ADN Nursing Programs will provide the vision and leadership required to support and enhance the mission of the Associate Degree Nursing Program (ADN). The Director of ADN Program report to the Dean for Transfer and Pre-Professional Programs.

Nature of Work

The Director of ADN Program is responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment. Developing curriculum; managing effective instructional activities; responding to student needs; developing and demonstrating professional cooperative work relationships with administration, faculty, and staff; supporting college administrative requirements; and maintaining competency in administrative legislation and instructional teaching field(s). He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• assume responsibility for organizing and directing the program under the jurisdiction of the sponsoring agency;
• seek recommendations from the ADN program advisory committee for establishing policies for the recruitment, selection, admission, progression, dismissal, and counseling of students;
• schedule regular faculty conferences and maintain a written record of discussions and decisions;
• establish a system to maintain essential records that will be used to evaluate student progress while the student is enrolled in the program and to follow up on the student after his or her graduation;
• report, at least monthly, the status of the program to the sponsoring agency Dean for Transfer and Pre - Pre-Professional Programs and to the advisory committee as necessary;
• visit clinical practice areas regularly to evaluate student experience and maintain communications with facility administration and staff;
• develop funding proposals for the program and implement and monitor approved funding to ensure the continuous delivery of services;
• participate in the hiring process and make recommendations for faculty appointments;
• arrange for activities for selecting students, including testing and interviewing;
• interpret changing practices in the utilization of the graduate associate degree nurse (survey and/or interview)and adjust the educational program to accommodate these changes;
• develop short- and long-range objectives and strategies for strengthening the program;
• establish criteria for the ongoing evaluation of the curriculum, the clinical facilities, and the faculty;
• Either individually or in collaboration with the Dean for Transfer and Pre- Professional Programs of the sponsoring agency, evaluate and document, at least yearly, instructor's performance in terms of personal and professional achievement.
• Evaluation and documentation of a new instructor’s performance in the clinical area.
• The Director of ADN Program is not expected to carry a teaching load equal to other faculty, allowing for adequate time to conduct activities related to coordination of the nursing program.?

Position requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel. Driver’s license is mentioned in the license table

Professional Development

• Compliance training is to be completed routinely and in a timely manner and as directed by the Dean for Transfer and Pre- Professional Programs.
• Participate in additional professional development opportunities through LinkedIn Learning, Nurse Tim, and professional organization affiliations.
• Maintain membership in professional nursing organizations.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Skills/Abilities

• Registered Nurse currently licensed in West Virginia.
• Proven leadership abilities/skills.
• Excellent instructional skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial.
• Must possess excellent communication skills: oral and written.
• Ability and willingness to market the program and classes to industry stakeholders and potential clients.
• Knowledge of leadership principles, including employee training and performance evaluation.
• College level teaching experience

Baccalaureate Degree - Required

Master's Degree - Required

Doctoral Degree - Preferred

In addition to the knowledge/education, the following related work experiencer is typically required for this position. An equivalent combination of education and recent, related experience may be acceptable.

Employees are expected to adhere to the Mission, Values, and Vision of the College. Each employee’s position has attributes that contribute to the achievement of these goals.

Mission

New River Community and Technical College provides accessible, affordable, quality education and workforce programs to meet the needs of the region it serves.

Values

Shared values guide New River Community and Technical College in fulfilling its mission. These values influence thoughts, guide decisions, mold policies, and determine courses of action. Our employees are expected to support and enact these values in our daily work.

Community

• Commit to the well-being of others.
• Model behavior that promotes unity.
• Demonstrate commitment to the College's mission.
• Promote a caring and supportive environment.
• Support continuous personal and professional growth.

Integrity

• Practice fairness and honesty.
• Uphold ethical, professional, academic, and financial standards.
• Ensure transparency.
• Be accountable.

Justice

• Respect the freedom and dignity of each individual.
• Respect and promote diversity.
• Promote positive attitudes toward each other.
• Provide equal opportunity for success.
• Prepare students and employees to work in a global and diverse environment.

Service

• Provide service to each other and to the community.
• Be a responsive member of the community.

Scholarship

• Pursue truth, learning and quality scholarship.
• Commit to increasing the knowledge of all individuals associated with the College.
• Foster lifelong learning.
• Maintain high standards in our constant pursuit of excellence.

Vision

New River Community and Technical College improves students’ lives and enriches communities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Lewisburg, WV 24901: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person