Program Director – Nursing Education

Come live and work in the eastern foothills of the scenic Ozarks! Located in Batesville, Arkansas, Lyon College offers an abundance of exciting activities, sports, the Lyon College Pipe Band, pet-life and facilities, in addition to Lyon League discounts for students, staff, and faculty to save money in the community. You can enjoy the great outdoors on and around Lyon College’s 176-acre campus near White River, and reconnect with nature through biking, rock climbing, hiking, zip-lining, fishing and swimming at Salado Creek, and more! There are also plenty of great off-campus attractions for arts and culture, delicious food, and seasonal Farmer’s Market and Cave City Watermelon Festival, as well as a variety of shops. What better way to end the workday than with your favorite furry friend, a snack in hand, and soaking in the majestic landscapes of Arkansas!

Lyon College is recognized as an award-winning institution and has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report, Forbes, the Princeton Review, and Washington Monthly ranking numerous times as a top-tier college. It is a private, liberal arts and sciences institution founded in 1872 by Arkansas Presbyterians, making it the oldest college in the state with its original charter. With the only student-run Honor System in Arkansas, Lyon College is dedicated to offering an outstanding education through a challenging curriculum and carefully selected co-curricular programs. They aim to prepare students to lead rewarding personal and professional lives dedicated to continuous learning and service. As of 2023, Lyon College plans to expand its mission for academic growth by offering an RN to BSN nursing program, in partnership with White River Medical Center (WRMC) and the overall White River Health System (WRHS), utilizing both the Lyon campus and WRHS resources.

Lyon College currently enrolls approximately 600 students from over 30 states and 18 countries who are pursuing any of 23 majors that span the liberal arts and sciences that lead to a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.). Students can customize their education, choosing from multiple pre-professionals and or even developing their own, individualized major.

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Essential Job Functions:

Lyons College is embarking on an exciting journey to bring an RN to BSN nursing program to their campus. The successful program director will have experience building a similar nursing program, familiarity with the accreditation process, and be a passionate educator. This is a highly collaborative role, within a school with a strong relationship focus. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of clinical nursing experience, nursing instruction experience, and a flair for administration.

• 50% Teaching – 12 credit hours of teaching; a combination of in-person and online instruction.
• 50% Administrative – Includes curriculum design and evaluation, program assessment, faculty recruitment and evaluation/assessment, and student recruitment/ retention.

Performance Expectations:

• Administers the undergraduate BSN Program through collaborative leadership, guidance, and direction.
• Leads the accreditation process.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates courses and curriculum for the BSN Program to meet professional standards with the BSN team and meets national nursing accreditation.
• Develops class and clinical schedules.
• Analyzes, evaluates, revises, and maintains an educational program consistent with current nursing policies.
• Actively participates in recruitment and retention of BSN students.
• Evaluates student performance while motivating and advising students.
• Develops and monitors department budget; pursues other funding sources such as grants.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Nursing; Doctorate in Nursing or related field preferred.
• Arkansas licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• Professional nursing experience.
• Academic and clinical experience in nursing education.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills; excellent organizational skills.

Experience:

• A minimum of two years teaching at the postsecondary level.
• Knowledge of and experience with national accreditation for nursing programs.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness in campus and online nursing courses.
• Evidence of the ability to supervise and collaborate with colleagues in academic and clinical settings.

Relocation assistance is available.

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

A comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to medical, life, and disability insurance. Employer 403 (b) match and a section 125 cafeteria plan.