Job description
Elgin, IL
Ambria College of Nursing at Judson University seeks applications from qualified candidates to provide academic and educational leadership for nursing faculty by setting the standards for effective teaching while promoting a positive learning environment. The Director of Nursing serves as the Nurse Administrator, as defined by the Accreditation Commission for Nursing Education (ACEN) and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), and leads a team of nurse educators who are passionate about training future nurses.
The position would be a full-time faculty position and begin September 1, 2025.
Primary Responsibilities
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- Directs the day-to-day operations of the nursing unit
- In collaboration with the faculty and administrators, is responsible for developing and administering operating policies and procedures which are reflective of and consistent with the institution’s structure and guidelines.
- Manages scheduling of student advisement, assignment of teaching loads, and supervision of nursing faculty
- Oversees faculty hiring, orientation, mentoring, and retention
- Leads nursing faculty in ongoing evaluation and continuous improvement of curricula and course content
- Prepares the nursing program budget with faculty input, and manages fiscal resources
- Responsible for annual accreditation and state regulatory reporting and requirements
- Pursues a plan for professional growth and development to keep pace with changes in nursing education
Qualifications
Required qualifications:
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- Master’s Degree in Nursing, with emphasis in Nursing Education preferred
- Unencumbered professional nurse licensure in the state of Illinois
- A minimum of five (5) year’s classroom and clinical teaching experience
- Experience in nursing program accreditation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and learning management software
- Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, collaborative, team-building, and communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and multiculturalism
Preferred qualifications:
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- PhD, DNP, EdD, DNSc, or similar terminal degree
- Management experience
Salary/Benefits
Rank and salary based on qualifications, education, and work experience.
Timeline
For full consideration, please submit all required materials as soon as possible. This position will remain open until filled.
About Judson University
Judson University is a Christian institution representing the Church at work in higher education. Its campus is located along the picturesque Fox River in the city of Elgin just 45 miles northwest of Chicago, Judson is home to over 1,200 students from 36 states and 26 countries. We offer more than 50 undergraduate majors, minors, and pre-professional programs; 7 master’s degrees and three doctoral programs.
Ambria College of Nursing was acquired by Judson University in May 2024 to enhance both institutions’ commitment to excellence in healthcare education and expanding opportunities for nursing students. Ambria College of Nursing has earned a distinguished reputation for its rigorous academic programs, innovative teaching methodologies, and commitment to student success. Over its 18-year history, Ambria’s 1,700+ LPN and RN graduates consistently excel on the NCLEX exam. Over the past five years, the first-time pass rate is 100% on the NCLEX-PN and over 95% on the NCLEX-RN.
Judson University has an established policy of equal academic and employment opportunity. This policy is applied to all qualified students, employees, and applicants for admission or employment, in all University programs and activities, without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or military or veteran status.
How to apply
Applicants must provide a complete application packet including:
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- Cover Letter
- Judson Faculty Application, including answers to the three General/Faith Questions
- Curriculum vitae, and
- Unofficial transcripts of both undergraduate and graduate work (official transcripts will be required upon hiring)
Please submit all application materials to: Mrs. Christina Cariello, Executive Assistant to the Chief Academic Officer, at [email protected].
