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Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University. We are launching an ABSN program in Metairie- Join Us! Are you looking to shape the nurses of the future? Are you prepared to pass on your knowledge to the next generation of Nurses and Healthcare professionals? We may have the opportunity you have been looking for.

We have an immediate need for a Director Nursing Services for our Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing future site in Metairie. The Director of Nursing Services is accountable for providing leadership and management of the hybrid accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) learning site in collaboration with the university and health care partner(s). Nursing services may include scheduling, proctoring, skills laboratory, clinical placement and compliance, and simulation.

Location: 3330 West Esplanade Ave Metairie, LA 70002
Target Hire Date: March 2027
Program Launch Date: September 2027

• Full benefits portfolio including tuition package
• Christ-Centered Leadership & Community
• Promote and model a Christ-centered worldview in all aspects of leadership, decision-making, and faculty engagement
• Foster a strong sense of community and shared purpose among faculty, staff, and students
• Support the development and integration of Christian character and professional virtue education, associated with healthcare and science professions
• Encourage integration of Christian faith and learning across curriculum, instruction, and student engagement

• Plan, develop and implement strategy for operational management and development of clinical, lab, and simulation activities so as to meet agreed organizational and university partner goals and outcomes
• Establish and maintain appropriate organizational systems for measuring necessary aspects of operational management and development
• Monitor, measure and report on operational issues, opportunities and development plans and achievements within agreed formats and timelines
• Manage and develop direct reporting staff ensuring organizational and university partner qualifications, certifications, and requirements are completed upon hire and annually
• Secure and manage equipment and supplies to ensure implementation of all clinical, lab and Simulation activities
• Collaborate with ABSN Director to ensure delivery of services to students
• Ensure activities meet with and integrate with requirements for quality management, health and safety, legal stipulations, environmental policies, and other regulatory compliance guidelines

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• Graduate degree in nursing from an accredited program (CCNE or ACEN) within a regionally accredited college or university
• LA RN license, unencumbered
• Minimum of 5 years nursing practice with demonstrated evidence of accountability for outcomes
• Minimum of 3 years progressive leadership experience, including supervision of personnel
• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience (must include clinical teaching) at the baccalaureate level or higher in nursing
• Spanish Bi-lingual candidates preferred
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University

• Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan
• Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events
• We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program #INDLOPESUP

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values.

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good.

All staff and faculty candidates will be asked to review GCU’s Staff or Faculty expectations as part of the application process.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.