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This position is incentive eligible.

You Can Change the Life of One to Care for the Lives of Many!

At Galen College of Nursing, we educate and empower nurses to change lives. Since 1989, we’ve dedicated our work to delivering high-quality nursing education with a student-first mindset. As one of the largest private nursing colleges in the country, we combine the support of a close-knit learning environment with the strength of a nationally recognized institution, HCA Healthcare.

That same passion for excellence in the classroom extends to our offices. At Galen, you’ll find a culture deeply rooted in collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to improving the future of healthcare. Your work directly touches the next generation of nurses, and your contributions help our students pursue their dream of a compassionate career.

If you’re looking for a career where you can make a difference, grow professionally, and be part of a caring team, we’d love for you to apply for the _Director of Clinical Learning_ position today!

Click here to learn more about Galen! (https://galencollege.edu/about)

Position Overview:

As a Director of Clinical Learning at Galen College of Nursing, you will provide leadership in the implementation and evaluation of standardized clinical education, clinical learning lab experiences, simulation-based learning, and clinical experiences on assigned campuses. This role ensures high-quality, evidence-based, and regulatory-compliant clinical and simulation-based learning experiences that supports student success and prepares graduates for transition to practice. In alignment with Galen’s mission, vision, and values, this position collaborates with staff, faculty, academic leaders, and external partners to advance clinical education.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provides leadership for the implementation of clinical education, simulation, and clinical learning lab curricula to achieve student learning outcomes.

2. Leads the implementation of learning technologies in simulation and clinical learning labs on assigned campuses to enhance student learning.

3. Ensures alignment of clinical education with standardized curricula, professional nursing standards, accreditation requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

4. Implements, and oversees clinical education policies and procedures in accordance with regulatory, accrediting, and college guidelines.

5. Provides oversight for clinical experiences to ensure adherence to governing body guidelines and alignment with course and program learning outcomes.

6. Oversees clinical contract documentation to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory standards.

7. Leads the implementation of standardized simulation-based and clinical learning lab experiences in alignment with the Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice (HSSOBP).

8. Establishes and maintains standardized supply formularies, par systems, and equipment maintenance protocols to support high-quality learning experiences in CLL and simulation laboratories.

9. Ensures continuous improvement of simulation and clinical learning labs based on evaluation data.

10. Oversees the development and maintenance of relationships with clinical partners to ensure high-quality clinical placements that support student learning.

11. Collaborates with campus leadership to evaluate and optimize clinical placements according to educational needs and partner requirements.

12. Provides leadership in new campus openings and establishment of clinical site partners.

13. Oversees the orientation, training, and ongoing professional development of leaders, faculty, and staff of the campus clinical, CLL, and simulation teams.

14. Oversees the implementation of standardized evaluation processes to assess faculty effectiveness in clinical, CLL, and simulation education.

15. Participates in scholarly activities related to clinical education, simulation, and innovative teaching practices.

16. Contributes to evidence-based improvements in clinical education through research, evaluation, and dissemination of best practices.

17. Leads initiatives to assess and enhance clinical learning experiences based on student, faculty, and partner feedback.

18. Provides leadership for budgeting and resource allocation related to clinical education, simulation, and clinical learning lab operations.

19. Identifies cost-saving opportunities while maintaining high-quality learning experiences.

20. Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

Education:

+ Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution required.

+ Doctorate (PhD, EdD, or DNP) preferred.

+ Certification as CHSE, CNE, CNEcl preferred or on hire.

Licensure:

+ Unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in applicable state.

Experience:

+ Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Registered Nurse.

+ Minimum of two (2) years of experience in clinical education, simulation, or clinical learning lab leadership.

+ Previous director-level leadership in clinical education or simulation preferred.

Special Qualifications:

+ Expertise in simulation-based education and clinical learning methodologies.

+ Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills.

+ Knowledge of accreditation and regulatory standards in nursing education.

+ Effective communication and collaboration skills with diverse stakeholders.

+ Ability to utilize technology, data analysis, and learning management systems to support clinical education.

+ Commitment to continuous quality improvement and innovation in nursing education.

+ Physical/Mental Demands & Work Environment:

+ Requires critical thinking, planning, evaluating, and decision-making.

+ Sedentary work with occasional lifting (minimum 25 pounds).

+ Frequent use of standard office and simulation lab equipment.

+ Must live within assigned region.

+ Travel up to 75% within assigned region as required.

Degree of Supervision:

+ Minimal

Benefits

At Galen College of Nursing, we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer a comprehensive package of medical, dental, and vision plans, tuition discounts, along with unique benefits, including:

+ Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

+ Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.

+ Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial well-being

+ 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

+ Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

+ Referral services for children, elders, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.

+ Consumer discounts through Abenity.

+ Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services, and preferred banking partnerships.

+ Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).

+ Colleague recognition program.

+ Time Away from Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).

+ Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits. (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

_Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._

Galen College of Nursing is recognized as a 2023 National League of Nursing (NLN) Center of Excellence (COE). (https://galencollege.edu/news/galen-awarded-prestigious-nln-center-of-excellence-in-nursing-education-designation)

Galen’s Compassionate Care Model Values

+ Inclusivity: I foster an environment that provides opportunity for every individual to reach their full potential.

+ Character: I act with integrity and compassion in all I do.

+ Accountability: I own my role and accept responsibility for my actions.

+ Respect: I value every person as an individual with unique contributions worthy of consideration.

+ Excellence: I commit myself to the highest level of quality in everything I do.

Learn more about our vision and mission (https://galencollege.edu/about/vision-mission/) .

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. _Submit your application for the opportunity below:_

Director of Clinical Learning

Galen College of Nursing