Director, RN-to-BSN Program

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Apr 15, 2025
Director, RN-to-BSN Program Director, RN-to-BSN Program Hiring Department: Office for Academic Engagement and Student Success Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1031994 Posting Close Date: April 28, 2025 Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $105,000 to $125,000. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Salary: The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Position Summary The core function of the Program Director for UIC RN-BSN Completion Degree Program is to guide the development and implementation of high-quality online nursing education for students interested and enrolled in the degree programs. Duties & Responsibilities: Teaching/Learning Creates and collaborates with RN-to-BSN adjunct instructor to implement the UIC Nursing curricula that allows rapid and convenient electronic access to nursing education materials. Identifies, seeks, and secures instructional resources, including but not limited to adjunct faculty. Oversees development and implementation of course sections and teaching assignments each term. Implements academic and educational policies within the regional program. Student Support Recruits and orients students to the RN-to-BSN academic program. Assigns mentors/advisors, facilitates student progress (advising, tutoring, special student initiatives), and monitors outcomes. Manages student leadership development and governance, addressing student or advocate concerns/issues when necessary. Creates facilitative communication processes and modalities. Faculty Development Responsible for faculty recruitment, screening/interviewing, appointment, orientation, and evaluation. Allocates resources and oversees productivity for faculty and student work. Curriculum Development and Maintenance Determines need and schedule of curriculum revision, engages with assigned subject matter experts to support revision, and manages the evaluation of newly revised courses for quality and accessibility. Obtains necessary instructional design resources. Participates in review and self-study to maintain accreditation. Operations Provides leadership in developing and administering cost-effective support services that involve but are not limited to: Student recruitment, screening, admissions, retention, graduation and awarding of degrees. Budget planning, approval, monitoring, managing, and reporting. Database management, analyses, and information reporting regarding the business initiatives of the regional program. Staff recruitment, retention, evaluation, development, and facilitation. Participate in the negotiation of contracts with outside health care or educational agencies as necessary to enhance recruitment and retention of students. University/Campus and Partner Relations Represents faculty and students at college, campus, or university levels. Collaborates with the Associate Dean on student, curricular, and faculty teaching issues. Coordinates with other programs associated with online learning at UIC. Champions the College of Nursing mission within planning and decision-making activities. Community Relations Partners with community agencies for mutual benefit. Facilitates the marketing plan for online RN-BSN education. Develops and implements plans for creating visibility for the degree program within the relevant communities and surrounding areas. Facilitates alumni relations in concert with the Office of Advancement. Minimum Qualifications: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN). State of Illinois Registered Nurse License at time of appointment. 3 years experience teaching in online nursing program(s). Preferred Qualifications: 1 year experience as program director or co-director. Experience with online course development which meets Quality Matters standards. Completion of an online teaching training program. Experience with recruitment and admissions processes. Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, organizational, project management, interpersonal, and computer skills. We value diversity and inclusion, and demonstrate this commitment through a variety of initiatives. We encourage individuals from historically under-represented groups to apply. APPLICATION PROCESS: Review of applicants begins immediately; for fullest consideration please include with your application CV/resume, cover letter, and a list of three references. Questions regarding the search may be directed to Elizabeth Aquino, PhD, RN, at eaquino@uic.edu. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit . The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. 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