Director of Nursing

Salary: $95,980.00 - $116,999.00 Annually

Location : Hobbs, NM

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 2024-00068

Department: Nursing

Opening Date: 11/11/2024

Description

The Director of Nursing shall report to the Dean of Applied Sciences. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervise the coordination, preparation, and execution of simulation scenarios for nursing classes and operate various nursing simulation equipment.
• Coordinates and supervises all activities in the Nursing credit programs, i.e., Nursing and Certified Nursing Assistant; oversees assigned staff.
• Coordinates the curriculum development of the Nursing programs; obtains approval from the New Mexico Board of Nursing Standards before instituting curriculum changes; creates a plan to maintain compliance with the standards of the National Accrediting Body for Nursing; monitors, updates, and documents compliance with the Systematic Program Evaluation Plan.
• Maintain satisfactory relationships with all of the college and affiliating agencies.
• Recommends clinical sites/agencies for the operation of the Nursing programs.
• In collaboration with the Dean of Applied Sciences, be responsible for the initial instructional/faculty evaluation of the Nursing programs.
• Prepares and supervises the nursing program budget according to the college's guidelines.
• Participates in the recruitment and employment of the Nursing faculty and recommends selection to the Dean of Applied Sciences.
• Recommends and schedules teaching assignments in the Nursing programs.
• Participates in the recruitment and pre-enrollment activities of the Nursing programs and the college.
• Maintains the appropriate records for the nursing programs, including minutes, budgets, and student and graduate records.
• Prepares grant applications for the Nursing programs.
• Assists with the faculty development programs.
• Interview and counsel, as needed, all pre-nursing nursing students
• Provides information concerning licensure procedures to graduates.
• Counsels graduates upon request.
• Notify all students who apply to the Nursing programs of their acceptance or non-acceptance.
• Maintains records for graduate endorsements.
• Be responsible for all activities of the local monitoring board for continuing nursing education.
• Participates on college committees and boards as assigned.
• Represent the college at local, state, regional, and national nursing meetings (as budget permits).
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
• Nothing contained herein shall limit the President in assigning the employee to any of the various college activities for which he/she would be qualified in order to meet the needs of New Mexico Junior College.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing.
• Five (5) years of experience as a nurse educator complemented by extensive experience in a nursing or healthcare practice OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Board of Nursing issued Registered Nursing License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of curriculum design and evaluation practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of social, cultural, spiritual, and intellectual diversity.
• Knowledge of nursing education, theory, and discipline.
• Knowledge of regulatory and legal requirements related to nursing and nursing education.
• Knowledge of the principles of adult education and student-centered active learning strategies.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skill in budget, grants, and financial management.
• Skill in problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Skill in written and oral communication.
• Skill in providing medical care and treatment.
• Ability to present information to large audiences.
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.

Additional Qualifications

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Additional Information

This is a twelve-month exempt position. Standard benefits apply. The full pay range for this position is $95,980 to 139,825.

To apply:
Submit the NMJC application form via the NMJC website (), a letter of application (cover letter), a resume, unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required prior to employment), and three references with current addresses and telephone numbers.

Insurance

Insurance for New Mexico Junior College is offered through the High coverage and low coverage options are offered for medical and dental insurance so employees can choose the plan that's right for them.

• Health insurance is offered through both and the
• Dental insurance is offered through
• Vision insurance is offered through
• Life insurance is offered through