Education Director provides supervision and direction of nursing education programs. Develops and implements course content and curriculums to train and update skills and knowledge of in-service nurses. Being a Education Director remains current and knowledgeable regarding federal and state regulations. Provides oversight and day-to-day guidance to staff. Additionally, Education Director typically requires a master's degree in nursing. Requires Registered Nurse (RN) License. Typically reports to senior management. The Education Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Education Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Position Summary:
The Dean/Director of Education sets the standards of educational quality and supports the efforts of the faculty and staff to achieve maximum educational effectiveness. He/she develops academic policies and programs for the institution, directs and coordinates activities of department/program chairpersons, faculty, and provides general direction to Registrar and Librarian of the institution. As the academic head of the institution, advises the School Director, National Director of Education and Vice President of Education on all retention and academic matters. The Dean/DOE also serves as the liaison officer with accrediting and licensing agencies. In the absence of the School Director, may serve as chief administrative officer.