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Western Governors University - the nation´s only competency-based, accredited, online university - looks for leaders with a strong commitment to our mission of expanding access to higher education.

WGU is seeking a visionary, innovative leader to direct the National Prelicensure Nursing program of Western Governors University. The Director will be responsible for assisting with new state approvals as the program grows to provide the prelicensure program nationwide. The incumbent will lead daily operations and implementation of the curriculum and clinical activities in all states including clinical labs, clinical nursing education and the online, competency-based curriculum. Other responsibilities include: maintenance of state and national accreditation through state Directors of nursing and operations staff; collaboration with clinical partners and other program stakeholders including nursing program council and university leadership to further the development and success of the pre-licensure program; process and program improvement including leadership for curriculum enhancement; ongoing analysis and advancement of systems to enhance student success and student outcomes. This position reports to the Director of the MAP RN Project and is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. Qualifications:* Doctoral degree in nursing or a doctorate with a Masters degree in nursing, with a minimum of five years experiences in leadership positions with increasing responsibility and success. * Prior experience teaching and directing prelicensure nursing programs, preferably nontraditional models. * Study in Curriculum, Instruction, Instructional Leadership or Instructional Design. * Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. * Excellent project management and organizational skills. * Online experience is a plus. *Experience working with virtual teams. Direct experience in use of academic technology and assessment strategies. * Time management skills, works well both individually and as a member of a team. Ability to use analytic tools to evaluate academic data. * Ability to manage and develop highly skilled professional staff, to work effectively with multiple departments and standards. * Must be adaptable and flexible, attention to detail, dependable, shows initiative, organized and knows how to plan, creative and able to put content into engaging activities. * Must be able to prioritize and problem solve. * Experience with competency-based education is preferred is a plus * Demonstrated innovation skills with a history of implementing new programs using new evidence in educational research * Knowledge of recent advances in simulation and experience with supporting the integration of simulation into curricula * Demonstrated success with student outcomes, NCLEX pass rates, student retention and student satisfaction * Demonstrated success with nursing accreditation processes specifically CCNE * Demonstrated expertise as a change agent with a history of designing, leading and implementing changes in educational or healthcare environments. * Technologically proficient with e-mail, web browsers and web based learning tools (including web meetings), spreadsheets, word processing & presentation software, and a working knowledge of databases and data management needs and technologies. This position also requires up to 30% travel.

Are you interested in helping to make a long-term impact on the future of students and their families?Are you an individual who embraces taking on significant ownership and responsibility from the day you begin a new job?Are you looking for a role where both the job demands and job satisfaction are high? If you answered Yes! to the above, then Kaplan Higher Education is the place for you.Our School of Nursing is seeking to immediately hire a Director of Nursing to oversee our Associate Degree nursing program. You´ll provide overall leadership for our nursing program as you evaluate curriculum and teaching methods; hire, train, and direct staff; and prepare faculty and supply budgets. You´ll also pursue active membership in professional nursing organizations and attend relevant conferences and classes.The ideal incumbent must possess a current Nevada RN license, a Masters degree; at least 2 years documented teaching experience along with advanced preparation in nursing, education and administration. Position also requires 5 years in nursing education AND 5 years of varied nursing experience since graduation from an accredited nursing program.Drive the growth of one of America´s leading proprietary education companies. Were Kaplan Higher Education (www.khec.com), a thriving division of Kaplan, Inc., (www.kaplan.com) and part of The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO). Our high professional standards have resulted in tremendous success. We now serve more than 103,000 students through 70+ campus-based and online schools across the United States and abroad.Kaplan Higher Education schools are part of a vast, innovative network of learning that´s quickly changing America´s academic landscape. We offer the perfect professional mix; the work environment of a private company with the benefits of a publicly traded brand.

In the 2009 U.S. News & World Report rankings of America´s Best Hospitals,Cedars-Sinai Medical Center ranked among the top 50 hospitals in America in 11 specialty areas.

With precious few hospitals even ranking in one specialty area, that places us in exceptional company. If you consider yourself among the leaders in your field, we invite you to contribute to a healthcare provider who shares your passion for quality and excellence.Our Ambulatory Care Administration has an immediate opening for a Nursing Education Program Coordinator to lead the development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of ambulatory care education programs for nursing personnel . You will work with Clinical Nurse Specialists and Service Line Managers to provide education consistent with Nursing Standards of Care/Practice, Title XXII, The Joint Commission, the Plan for Provision of Patient Care, CSMC Code of Conduct, and Performance Improvement Plan, the Patient Education Plan, professional organization standards, and all regulatory requirements. Ultimately, you will work to ensure that staff maintains competency skills in their areas of responsibility. Additional responsibilities include ensuring that staff are able to effectively interact with people of diverse cultural backgrounds and identify the ability of the adolescent, adult and geriatric patient to follow directions/instructions and give consent.To qualify, you must have a BSN and Masters Degree. Successful teaching experience in a health care or academic setting is required. We offer an excellent salary and benefits package.

The University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) School of Nursing (SON) seeks applications for the Irwin Belk Distinguished Professor of Nursing Education Technology. Appointment to the Irwin Belk Distinguished Professorship is expected for August 2010. The successful candidate will provide leadership in designing, implementing, and evaluating education models that employ health informatics, telehealth, patient simulation, and/or distance learning in teaching, research, and public service; should be actively involved in a program of scholarly teaching, research, and/or practice that advances understanding of health informatics, technology, patient simulation, and/or distance learning in nursing education, healthcare, and/or faculty practice; should have an established record of external funding; be nationally and/or internationally known for service in professional and community organizations to advance health or nursing care; and be the recipient of honors or awards for accomplishments in innovative uses of simulation, health informatics, or other health or nursing education technologies. Minimum qualifications include: graduate degree in nursing or other health profession; earned doctorate in nursing or related health, education, or technology discipline; minimum of five years practice as a registered nurse or other health profession; five years experience in higher education; demonstrated program of research related to education models using technology; evidence of using telehealth, informatics, simulation, distance- learning, and/or other forms of technology in nursing or health education, research, and/or service; record of scholarly publications related to educational models employing technology. Nursing candidates must have a current unrestricted license as a registered nurse in North Carolina by the hiring date. Academic credentials suitable for an appointment at the level of a full professor with tenure are required. For more information and to apply, please visit the Web at http://consensus.uncw.edu. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by April 12, 2010 but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. EEO/AA Employer.

Concorde Career Colleges, Inc. is a nationally recognized for-profit, post-secondary education company providing career training in the field of allied health.

Concorde Career Colleges, Inc. is a nationally recognized for-profit, post-secondary education company providing career training in the field of allied health, and we have an opening for a full-time Vocational Nursing Instructor. Responsibilities include:- Provide instruction to Vocational Nursing classes.- Adherence to applicable accreditation commission standards or agencies regulations, the school policies and procedures, and the departments curricula.- Monitor student progress, conduct student orientations and advise students throughout the program.- Assist with on-going review and development of curricula in the department and make suggestions per policy.- Attend orientations, staff meetings, and faculty meetings as scheduled.Requirements:-License in good standing in the state of California to practice registered nursing. -Minimum of a BSN. -Minimum of 3 years clinical experience in the last 5 years. We offer:Medical/dental/vision, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, vacation, and education reimbursement for full-time and part-time employees.

Concorde Career Colleges, Inc. is a nationally recognized for-profit, post-secondary education company providing career training in the field of allied health, and we have an opening for we have an openings for full time and part time day, evening, and weekend Vocational Nursing Instructor at our Arlington, TX campus. Responsibilities include:- Provide instruction to Vocational Nursing classes.- Adherence to applicable accreditation commission standards or agencies regulations, the school policies and procedures, and the departments curricula.- Monitor student progress, conduct student orientations and advise students throughout the program.- Assist with on-going review and development of curricula in the department and make suggestions per policy.- Attend orientations, staff meetings, and faculty meetings as scheduled.- Requires TX RN license, been actively employed in nursing for the past 5 years, and had 5 years varied nursing experiences since graduation. Requirements:-TX RN license. -Must be actively employed in nursing for the past 5 years. -Must have 5 years varied nursing experience since graduation. We offer:Medical/dental/vision, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, vacation, and education reimbursement for full-time and part-time employees.

Our work environment is dynamic.Our people are valued. A rewarding career awaits you at Concorde!

Concorde Career Colleges, Inc. is a nationally recognized for-profit, post-secondary education company providing career training in the field of allied health, and we have an opening for a part-time Patient Care Technician Instructor.Responsibilities include:-Provide instruction to Patient Care Technician classes. -Adherence to applicable accreditation commission standards or agencies regulations, the school policies and procedures, and the departments curricula. -Monitor school progress, conduct student orientations and advise students throughout the program. -Assist with on-going review and development of curricula in the department and make suggestions per policy. -Attend orientations, staff meetings, and faculty meetings as scheduled. Requirements:-Must possess a Florida RN license -3+ years clinical RN hospital or home health nursing experience -Completed a course in teaching adults or have 1+ years experience teaching adults, or 1+ years experience in supervising nursing assistants. We offer:Medical/dental/vision, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, vacation, and education reimbursement for full-time and part-time employees.

Concorde Career Colleges, Inc. is a nationally recognized for-profit, post-secondary education company providing career training in the field of allied health, and we have an opening for a part-time Vocational Nursing Instructor at our San Diego, CA campus. Responsibilities include:- Provide instruction to Vocational Nursing classes.- Adherence to applicable accreditation commission standards or agencies regulations, the school policies and procedures, and the departments curricula.- Monitor student progress, conduct student orientations and advise students throughout the program.- Assist with on-going review and development of curricula in the department and make suggestions per policy.- Attend orientations, staff meetings, and faculty meetings as scheduled.Requirements:-License in good standing in the state of California to practice registered nursing. -Minimum of a BSN. -Minimum of 3 years clinical experience in the last 5 years. We offer:Medical/dental/vision, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, vacation, and education reimbursement for full-time and part-time employees.

Our work environment is dynamic.Our people are valued. A rewarding career awaits you at Concorde!

Concorde Career Colleges, Inc. is a nationally recognized for-profit, post-secondary education company providing career training in the field of allied health, and we have a need for a full-time Nursing Instructor for our Associates Degree in Nursing program at our Jacksonville, FL campus. Responsibilities include:- Provide instruction to Associate Nursing classes.- Adherence to applicable accreditation commission standards or agencies regulations, the school policies and procedures, and the departments curricula.- Monitor student progress, conduct student orientations and advise students throughout the program.- Assist with on-going review and development of curricula in the department and make suggestions per policy.- Attend orientations, staff meetings, and faculty meetings as scheduled.Requirements:-Florida RN license -Minimum MSN. -Equivalent of three (3) years of full time experience within five (5) years. Experience shall be in nursing education, clinical practice, or administration. -Must meet all regulatory and corporate qualifications. We offer:Medical/dental/vision, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, vacation, and education reimbursement for full-time and part-time employees.