Associate Dean of Nursing jobs in Washington

Date of First Consideration:   March 4, 2024

Salary:  $109,000.00/yr Nursing Salary Stipend (Based on funding availability and bargained MOU)

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The Associate Dean of Nursing provides leadership and direction in the development, administration, and management of the Nursing and Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) Program Programs (ACEN 1.8). They are responsible for planning, directing, and evaluating all the programs to ensure excellence and achieve program outcomes and strategic goals. 

Essential Job Duties: 

• Assures Program Development and Excellence

• Facilitates development of long-range goals and objectives for the nursing program. 
• Uses assessment and evaluation strategies to maintain accreditation standards, regulatory standards in RCWs and WACS, American Nurses Association professional nursing standards, and The Joint Commission (TJC) safety standards.  
• Facilitates recruitment, screening, and appointment of new nursing faculty based on required educational qualifications and experience consistent with college policies, contract, and regulatory standards 
• Orients and mentors faculty for their educator role and areas of responsibility and facilitates ongoing development 
• Facilitates faculty development and performance review for full-time and part-time faculty consistent with College policy, contract, and standards of professional nursing practice. (WAC 246-840-517 (4c)) 
• Establishes partnerships with communities of interest and professional organizations to promote excellence, enhance the profession, and benefit the community 
• Facilitates recruitment, selection, and advisement of students. (WAC 246-840-517 (4g)  
• Maintains student educational records in compliance with college policy and state and federal guidelines including complaints/grievances, interruptions, medication errors/near misses, exposures.
• Collaborates with students, faculty and administrators to maintain program standards and accreditation standards. 
• Facilitates the development, implementation, and evaluation of the curriculum, incorporating evidence-based standards of nursing practice.
• Develops quarterly schedules and room assignments in coordination with Division Secretary. 
• Prepares and administers the program budget with faculty input.
• Monitors and recommends spending from the Shoreline Foundation nursing funds for scholarships, emergency funds, and professional faculty development.
• Coordinates faculty assignments and workload. 

Required Education & Experience: 

• Master’s degree with a major in nursing from an accredited institution 
• Preparation in education OR two years of teaching experience in nursing education 
• Experience in curriculum development, administration, program development and evaluation 
• Five years of relevant experience as a RN including two years of experience in nursing education 
• Current knowledge of nursing practice at the associate degree program level and scope of ADN graduates  
• Experience with computer systems and clinical simulation related to teaching and clinical nursing practice 

• Applicable laws, rules, ordinances and regulations including, but not limited to, RCW, WAC, and ACEN standards
• Microsoft Office applications such as Access, Excel, Outlook, and Word programs
• Techniques for effective presentations and communication in a multicultural environment

• Fostering a climate of equity and belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness
• Handling stressful or adverse situations, working well under pressure, helping to calm situations and individuals. 

• Effective and clear communication in both oral and written English to a variety of diverse audiences. 
• Multitasking/coordinating assignments while maintaining accuracy under competing deadlines. 
• Working both independently and as part of a team, maintaining a service oriented and helpful demeanor. 
• Actively contributing to a climate that values diversity and multicultural environments. 
• Ability to stay current with assigned areas and adapt, learn and implement new information on a regular basis.

Physical Work Environment:

The College is currently providing services in a mixed modality of operations (both online and in-person services are offered). Administrators are assigned to work on campus, noting there may be some opportunities to work remotely based on program or area needs. If authorized for limited remote work, employees will need to provide their own workspace and internet access, noting the College will provide technical equipment and support for online work needs. When working on-campus, this position will perform work in a standard office setting, use standard office equipment and physically attend meetings both on and off campus, using the ability to communicate in person or through appropriate means. This position also works weekends and evenings when appropriate or needed is required. 

Terms Of Employment/Salary: 

This is a full-time administrative/exempt annually contracted position with initial salary placement determined by the College dependent upon education/experience. Hiring of this position is contingent upon available funding as determined by the College President.

Other Conditions: 

Shoreline Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit:

https://www.shoreline.edu/about-shoreline/non-discrimination.aspx.

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at 206-546-4769 or hr@shoreline.edu. 

In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment. In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment. This position is overtime exempt.      

To be considered for this position, please submit the following: 

• NEOGOV online profile, application, and supplemental question(s)
• Letter of interest addressing qualifications
• Current resume
• Unofficial Transcripts documenting highest degree (official required upon hire)

Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’ suitability for the positions.

Please Note: Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application.

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