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Mercy College of Health Sciences invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the Joyce E Lillis School of Nursing.

Reporting to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean of the Joyce E Lillis School of Nursing is responsible for leading all nursing programs of the College. The Joyce E Lillis School of Nursing offers Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN), Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN), Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN), RN-BSN, and a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).  Programs are offered in traditional face-to-face and hybrid online format.  The Dean oversees direct reports responsible for daily management of clinical education, prelicensure nursing programs, and post licensure programs.  The Dean directs important aspects of the Nursing programs including accreditation, curriculum design, faculty hiring, program development, partnerships, and strategic direction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Establish a clear vision for the Joyce E Lillis School of Nursing making it the School of Choice in Iowa for students and faculty.
• Provide visionary and strategic leadership for nursing.
• Build the reputation of the Joyce E Lillis School of Nursing as the School of Choice.
• Maintain high standards of excellence in the Joyce E Lillis School of Nursing.
• Meet key performance indicators of excellence with high NCLEX first time pass rates and high student retention rates.
• Grow and maintain relationships with Trinity Health, MercyOne, community partners, accrediting agencies, and other friends of the College.
• Attract and retain high quality faculty and students.
• Mentor nursing leaders to ensure a pipeline of nursing leadership in the Joyce E Lillis School of Nursing.
• Mentor nursing faculty to ensure teaching excellence and professional development.
• Provide oversight for faculty recruitment, program orientation, development, mentoring, and evaluation.
• Develop new program offerings and new delivery formats that ensure Mercy College is on the leading edge of nursing education.
• Seek funding opportunities that help maintain the high standards of the Joyce E Lillis School of Nursing and position the School for continued success.
• Oversee all operations of the Joyce E Lillis School of Nursing.
• Review and revise program policies as needed to ensure our mission and values are represented in all student and faculty interactions.
• Ensure accreditation and state regulatory standards are met and maintained.
• Lead continuous improvement in all aspects of nursing.
• Integrate modern technologies such as simulation, telemedicine, artificial intelligence, etc. to ensure excellence, relieve burden on clinical sites, and prepare students for their ever-evolving nursing career.
• Ensure effective management of financial resources including budget planning and management.
• Oversee the preparation and development of strategic and assessment plans.
• Meet Key Performance Indicators established by the Provost.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES    

As a Mercy College of Health Sciences Leader, the Dean is expected to demonstrate leadership traits which support our Mission and Core Values as identified below:

Mission Statement:  Mercy College of Health Sciences prepares graduates for service and leadership in the healthcare community by integrating its core values with a professional and liberal arts and science education.

Core Values:

Knowledge – The ability to instill in our college community a thirst to study continually, observe, and investigate the world for facts and ideas that can improve the health and well-being of humankind, as well as create a love for learning.

Reverence – Profound spirit of awe and respect for all creation, shaping relationships to self, to one another, and to God, as well as acknowledging that we hold in trust all that has been given to us.

Integrity – Moral wholeness, soundness, uprightness, honesty, and sincerity as the basis of trustworthiness.

Compassion – Feeling with others, being one with others in their sorrows and joy, rooted in the sense of solidarity as members of the human community.

Excellence – Outstanding achievement, merit and virtue; continually surpassing standards to achieve and maintain quality.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Terminal Degree (Ph.D, EdD, DNP preferred) in related field
• Experience with policy and curriculum review and implementation
• Current and valid (or eligible for) Iowa RN license
• Experience with prelicensure programs
• 5 years teaching experience
• 3 years in academic leadership
• Demonstrated knowledge of academic and accrediting processes
• Demonstrated ability in managing, leading, or training others
• Excellent interpersonal skills

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to set and organize own work priorities in concert with the vision and direction of the Provost and adapt them as needed.
• Must be able to work concurrently on a variety of task/projects in an environment that may be stressful with individuals having diverse personalities and work styles.
• Must be able to travel to various sites as needed.
• Must possess the ability to comply with Mercy College of Health Sciences, MercyOne, and Trinity Health policies and procedures.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job.  It is not intended to be a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Mercy College of Health Sciences is being assisted by the partners of Hyatt-Fennell. Submit applications, which include a letter of interest, a current résumé/cv, and information for five professional references, via email to mchsnursing@hyatt-fennell.com. Applications are being reviewed as they are received.  The position will remain open until filled.  All applications and nominations will be considered highly confidential.

It is Mercy College of Health Sciences’ policy to conduct all academic programs and business activities in a manner that is free from unlawful discrimination and to provide equal opportunity for and equal treatment of students and employees regardless of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion/creed, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability or status as a U. S. veteran or any other factor protected by law.