About Vanderbilt School of Nursing:
With a history dating back to 1908 Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has a long-standing reputation for excellence in nursing teaching practice and research. The school offers graduate-level education in the Master of Nursing Master of Science in Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice and the Doctor of Philosophy* (*degree awarded through the Graduate School) degrees. VUSN is a community that welcomes staff students faculty and colleagues from many different professional and personal backgrounds. The vast variety of thought and experience you will find here will not only enrich your work environment it will also serve as a valuable foundation as you seek and fulfill your professional goals.
About the Work Unit:
The position reports in VUSN Academic Affairs in the Division of VUSN Innovation and Curriculum Affairs.
VUSN supports the development of innovative academic educational programs within the School that align strategically with other Vanderbilt University initiatives and that address national priorities to promote/protect health and play a vital role in providing access to health care for people everywhere.
Key Functions and Expected Performance:
Manage day-to-day operations and priorities of the assigned Program
Execute administrative and business-related tasks in direct support of the Program or Program Director.
Initiate and execute new activities and provide ongoing program support to ensure the needs of the directors faculty and students are met.
Create and execute policies and operational procedures by utilizing a variety of management systems and technology tools and initiate cost-effective program improvements.
Facilitate faculty committees as assigned to implement a variety of projects and serve on each committee.
Serve as liaison between Program Office and VUSN Admissions Office.
Coordinate and organize projects with other assigned staff supporting the VUSN specialties or Program.
Provide technical and professional leadership for planning developing and executing Program and
related events/services/activities
Manage all aspects of academic and student services including enrollment (YES) clinical rotation management and continued clinical requirement compliance (Exxat) orientations intensives and open house events.
Provide course-related support to faculty (e.g. Microsoft Teams Zoom and YES).
Manage admissions and hiring processes
Work closely with the Program Director in the admissions and hiring processes to include but not limited to organizing files and arranging interviews.
Serve as program administrator for the online application system (Slate) and ensure that faculty training needs are met.
Manage public relations and marketing efforts for the program
Manage the dissemination of information about the programs and accomplishments to relevant audiences while collaborating with the VUSN director of communication.
Manage program websites including determining content working with a graphic designer for photographs and determining the content of web videos.
Develop organize and host webinars and e-mail marketing for recruitment campaigns.
Supervisory Relationships:
This position does not have supervisory responsibility; this position reports administratively to
the Senior Program Manager for the DNP and functionally to the Program Director for the Nurse
Anesthesia program
Education and Certifications:
Bachelors degree from an accredited institution of higher education is preferred.
Experience and Skills:
3 years of experience in higher education is preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe is necessary.
Experience using REDCap is preferred.
Comfort with new technology systems and adaptability to technological changes is necessary.
Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently is necessary.
Professional and pleasant attitude with tact diplomacy and judgment in interactions with students faculty and staff is necessary.
Strong organizational and critical thinking skills are necessary.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
Meticulous attention to detail and organization.
Dependable motivated willing to learn and a positive team player.
Required Experience:
Manager
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is a comprehensive healthcare facility dedicated to patient care, research, and biomedical education. Its reputation for excellence in each of these areas has made Vanderbilt a major patient referral center for the Mid-South. Each year, peop ... View more