Assistant Director of Nursing - (MSN Required)

Assistant Director of Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
Maumee, OH

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), in conjunction with, and at the direction of the Campus Dean/Director of Nursing, participates in staff/headcount planning, interviewing/selecting, orienting, and mentoring of the faculty in the Practical Nursing (PN) Program or the Associate Degree of Nursing (ADN) Program. Assigns and manages student placement at external clinical sites. Manages student orientation and review of student files/records, including documentation required for student clinical placement. May teach non-clinical courses. Develops and maintains relationships with students and responds to day-to-day issues. Other duties and project participation as assigned.

Responsibilities:

Faculty:

• In conjunction with the Campus Dean/DON participate in staff/headcount planning, interviewing/selecting, orienting, and mentoring
• Communicate regularly with the Campus Dean/DON and inform him/her of all issues related to faculty and students
• Other administrative duties as assigned by the Campus Dean/DON

Clinical Site Relationships Duties:

• Secures clinical sites to ensure full implementation of the Program's clinical components, consistent with course objectives and Program student learning outcomes
• Acts as an ambassador for the Program and Hondros College of Nursing in all interactions with clinical facilities, clinical faculty, students, and other constituents
• Completes scheduled assessments of clinical sites through on-site visits, needs assessments, and course evaluations
• Establishes and participates in regular meetings with all clinical sites. Communicates issues, concerns, and needs related to use of clinical sites and freely shares information with the Campus Dean/DON
• Maintains awareness of student and faculty clinical evaluations in determining the appropriateness of sites; shares results with clinical sites in a timely and positive manner

Student Success:

• Plan, implement and evaluate student orientation for all Nursing programs
• Randomly review student files for accreditation readiness
• Manage the implementation and on-going effectiveness of programs, policies and practices to ensure student success
  

Clinical Compliance Duties:

• Ensures clinical affiliation agreements are current and are on file for each clinical site utilized for clinical experiences
• In collaboration with the Campus Dean/DON, ensures faculty are oriented to the requirements of assigned clinical sites; including but not limited to communication processes, computer training, and student assignments
• Addresses concerns related to the competency and skills of clinical faculty with the Campus Dean/DON and provides input into performance reviews, as requested by the Campus Dean/DON
• Assure clinical manuals are up to date and appropriate for each course
  Campus Student Assessment Leader
• Manage the implementation and administration of student standardized testing and remediation plan
• Mentor and coach students to ensure Program success, including NLCEX, retention, and placement
• Evaluate the effectiveness of standardized testing and remediation plan. Propose enhancements as needed

Requirements:

• Completion of an approved professional nursing program, minimum of a Master's Degree with a major in nursing
• Five years of experience in the practice of nursing as a registered nurse
• Managerial experience
• Minimum of two years teaching experience in a professional registered nursing program as afaculty member
• Incumbent must possess an active and unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse in thestate of Ohio
• Current Basic Life Support CPR certification (BLS) compliant with the American Heart Association
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues
• Ability to set priorities and organize tasks.
• Ability to coordinate projects independently
• Ability to coordinate schedules
• Ability to exercise and initiate sound judgment
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks concurrently
  

About Us:

Since 2006, Hondros College of Nursing has been graduating high-quality, work-ready nurses who enter the field with exceptional clinical, communication and collaborative skills. Our approach is focused and direct - truly the Better Way to Become a Nurse. Our unique Learn and Earn Ladder approach sets Hondros College of Nursing apart from the typical educational path. After completing one program, students can work as a nurse and earn income before taking the next step - or they can keep progressing through each program to the next level. No matter which route they take, Hondros nurses always receive an unprecedented amount of support in a student-centric, family-like environment. For more information about Hondros College of Nursing, please visit: www.hondros.edu

It is the policy of Hondros College of Nursing to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Hondros College of Nursing does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.