Program Director, Continuing Nursing Education

About the Opportunity

The Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) Program Director is responsible for general oversight, strategy and program growth for the Northeastern University School Health Academy (NEUSHA) as well as northeastern University Bouvé College of Health Sciences related continuing nursing education activities . The Program Director works collaboratively to create, implement, and maintain the process for web-based learning as well as in-person learning. Reporting to Bouvé College and working closely with the School of Nursing, the Program Director is responsible for the overseeing the accreditation by American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC), which includes following ANCC guidelines for planners and presenters of nursing continuing professional development. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to, assessing professional development needs from program evaluations and identification of appropriate speakers for programming The Program Director reports to the Assistant Dean for Clinical Affairs and Partnerships at Bouve.

Qualifications

Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred), current RN license, and a minimum of 5 years of experience working in school nursing/school health services. Knowledge of the accreditation process for nursing continuing professional development and adult learning principles are required. Outstanding communication and organizational skills are needed.

Job Responsibilities and Accountability

• Continuing Education (CE) Strategic Planning and Communications with leadership team (20%): The Program Director will actively participate in meetings related to educational programming within Northeastern University and with external organizations and partners. Must work collaboratively with other University programs to develop CNE and interprofessional education (IPE) offerings. Oversee promotion of CNE programs. Participate in dissemination of program outcomes (advisory group, presentations, publication).

• CNE-Specific Program Strategic Planning (30%): The Program Director will lead investigations and networking to identify potential future CNE programming, including live (webinars, conferences, workshops) and recorded (enduring) educational activities to create new revenue streams for continuing education for nurses in schools (Northeastern University School Health Academy, NEUSHA) and other nursing specialties.

• CNE-Specific Program Development, Delivery and Evaluation (40%): The Program Director is responsible for independent planning to initiate, design, and develop the of live (webinars, conferences, workshops) and recorded (enduring)  programming to create new revenue streams for continuing education for nurses in schools (Northeastern University School Health Academy, NEUSHA) and other nursing specialties. This role is responsible for developing and reviewing program evaluations, overseeing Nurse Planners according to accreditation requirements, and collaborating with faculty to improve the continuing education programs.

• Fiscal (10%): The Program Director will manage finances of the program, including revenue and expense tracking, and speaker and program fees. The Program Director collaborates closely with the CNE Program Coordinator and Bouve Budget Manager.

Northeastern University will not provide H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, or any other type of employment visa sponsorship for the successful applicant to this position, now or in the future.  Furthermore, the successful applicant must be able to maintain valid work authorization in the United States throughout the entire appointment without Northeastern University’s sponsorship for a visa.

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Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.