UNIV-Director of Nursing Education Advancement and Strategy (NEAS), College of Nursing

Job Description Summary

The Director of Nursing Education Advancement and Strategy (NEAS) will play a crucial role in enhancing nursing workforce development by leading the development of innovative pathways and forging strategic partnerships. This position aims to remove barriers and improve access to high-quality professional nursing education. The focus will be on scanning the state, region, national, and global environments to identify opportunities for program expansion, developing accessible educational pathways, leading collaborations, and exploring innovative programs to address the diverse needs of aspiring nurses and the broader healthcare community.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001079 CON Office Of Academic Affairs

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:  Doctorally prepared Registered Nurse; Active licensure in South Carolina or compact state (or eligible for SC licensure). Highly qualified Masters prepared candidates will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have education and experience in:

-Financial planning, budgeting, and business strategy development

-Program development

-Leadership

-Academic-practice partnerships and initiatives that promote equal opportunity and inclusive practices in nursing education.

Rank: Instructor or above

Formal Accountability: Reports to the College of Nursing Associate Dean for Academics

Responsibilities: 

Leadership and Strategy:
-Develop and implement strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing nursing workforce development and increasing access to nursing careers.
-Lead efforts to identify and dismantle barriers that hinder entry into nursing programs, particularly for underrepresented populations.
-Partner with the Assistant Dean for Finance, Administration, and Strategic Planning in the development and execution of the business plan and proforma.
Partnership Development:
-Build and sustain partnerships with healthcare organizations, community groups, and educational institutions to create supportive pathways for nursing students.
-Collaborate with external stakeholders to advance nursing workforce development and retention.

Program Development and Expansion:
-Lead a detailed needs assessment to create a growth and development plan, specifically focused on nursing education pathways and partnerships.
-Initiate and expand programs that address workforce shortages and prepare students for the evolving demands of the healthcare sector, including the integration of HyFlex learning models and the development of dual degree programs.
-Experience or knowledge of the following preferred: HyFlex learning, satellite campuses, global initiatives, and dual degree programs.
-Lead initiatives to expand enrollment capabilities across all programs.
-Work with the Associate Dean for Finance to develop business plans and budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and alignment with strategic goals.
-Compliance and Accreditation:
-Work with the Associate Dean for Academics and the Academic Assistant Deans to ensure compliance with academic standards, regulatory requirements, and accreditation processes.

Scholarship and Service:
-Participate in research and scholarship that contribute to the understanding of nursing workforce issues and educational best practices.
-Participate in committees, advisory boards, and task forces that enhance the College’s visibility and commitment to workforce development and global initiatives.

Additional Job Description

Skills and Attributes:
-Bold, courageous, collaborative, innovative, and systems thinking abilities.
-Demonstrated ability to work across academic programs in virtual and in-per-son settings.
-Futuristic approach to nursing education.
-Excellent interpersonal communication skills, with a relational (team-based) approach to leadership.
-High level of emotional intelligence, flexibility, autonomy, self-directedness, and accountability.

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions w