Amazing opportunity to be the Dean of Nursing at Baptist Health College Little Rock, in Arkansas!

The Position 

• The Dean of Nursing will provide vision, leadership, and overall management for the college's Registered Nursing Program, Practical Nursing Program, and Patient Care Technician Program.
• This position will report directly to the President of the college and manage a team of approximately 77 FTEs.
• This leader will spearhead initiatives to boost program enrollment. Additionally, they will work to expand the range of offered programs, including the introduction of a BSN program. Finally, this leader will enhance the college's capability to offer online education.
• The ideal candidate will be a leader with prior experience as a Dean or Associate Dean. They should be a creative thinker, open to innovative approaches. Comfort and respect for working in a faith-based environment is essential. The ability to manage diverse personalities without micro-managing is crucial. Maintaining an open-door policy and providing strong support for the staff are key attributes.

Requirements

• BSN/MSN required; Doctorate degree highly preferred.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in nursing leadership. Including experience with nursing education, including curriculum design, program assessment, compliance with accreditation and licensure requirements, and faculty development.

The Community 

• Little Rock is Arkansas’ capital city with more than 200,000 residents and a bustling River Market District that features endless dining, entertainment, and arts attractions.
• With the Arkansas River to the north and Ouachita Mountains to the west, Little Rock is graced with natural beauty. Known as the Natural State, Arkansas offers unlimited ways to enjoy all the beauty the state has to offer. Take advantage of trails to hike, rivers to canoe and fish, lakes to boat, and many hunting opportunities.
• Little Rock was recently recognized in the top 100 on U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Places to Live” list. The friendly and accessible city offers a lower cost of living than the national average with sites like the Clinton Presidential Library, a children’s museum, zoo, and Pinnacle Mountain State Park.
• Centrally located between many top destination cities, Little Rock is within a two-hour drive of Hot Springs, Arkansas, and Memphis, Tennessee, and four hours from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. 

The Organization 

• Baptist Health College Little Rock (BHCLR) is a premier institution dedicated to educating and mentoring healthcare professionals with excellence and Christian compassion. Since its founding in 1921, BHCLR has shaped the health of Arkansans by offering comprehensive programs across a range of healthcare fields.
• The college provides nine diverse programs of study, including Medical Laboratory Science, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Nursing (Accelerated and Traditional tracks), Occupational Therapy Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Practical Nursing, Radiography, Sleep Technology, and Surgical Technology
• BHCLR is committed to student success, offering resources such as counseling services, student health, success resources, and childcare. With a focus on active learning, students develop critical thinking and clinical judgment skills, evidenced by high pass rates on board certification exams. For instance, the NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate for 2022-2023 was 90.2%, higher than any other nursing program in the Little Rock metro area.
• BHCLR's impact extends beyond education, contributing significantly to the healthcare workforce in Arkansas. The college's graduates are well-prepared to meet the challenges of healthcare, providing exceptional care and adding value to health systems statewide.

Please apply directly and for any further inquiries or referrals, direct them to:

Christine Young

Executive Recruiter

christine.young@amnhealthcare.com

913-752-4532

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