An Invitation To Apply: Loyola University Chicago Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs

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1 An Invitation To Apply: Loyola University Chicago Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs We are Chicago s Jesuit, Catholic University a diverse community seeking God in all things and working to expand knowledge in the service of humanity through learning, justice, and faith. THE SEARCH The Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing (MNSON) at Loyola University Chicago invites applications and nominations for the position of Associate Dean for the Undergraduate Programs. The Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs coordinates the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program, the RN-to-BSN program, the undergraduate Health Systems Management (HSM) program and the undergraduate Exercise Science program. The Associate Dean for the Undergraduate Programs works directly with other Associate Deans, Department Chairs, Directors, and faculty, and reports to the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. This is a 12-month position which has an 80% administrative and 20% research/teaching/service assignment with a 9 month faculty contract and the addition of summer administrative responsibilities. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION Responsibilities for this position include: Provides leadership, in collaboration with the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and program directors, in planning, developing, executing, and evaluating the Undergraduate Programs of the MNSON. - 1-

2 Ensures compliance with the standards of accrediting agencies and effectively and efficiently implements the responsibilities for accrediting organizational review as it relates to the Undergraduate Program. Responds to community academic needs with outreach efforts to other academic institutions and other organizations in the community service area such as school districts and private schools, colleges, business, industry, and governmental agencies. Serves as a member of the MNSON Administrative Team Serves as a member of the Undergraduate Program Committee (UPC). Monitors collaborative arrangements of the MNSON with academic affiliating agencies, including external contracts, in collaboration with the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Clinical Placement Coordinator Collaborates with the Dean, the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, and the Associate Dean for the Master s and DNP Programs, and Senior Grants Administrator as appropriate, in seeking funding sources to support undergraduate programmatic activities. Identifies opportunities for faculty development in undergraduate teaching, mentoring, and scholarship. In conjunction with the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, provides evaluation of the effectiveness of MNSON participation in the Core Curriculum of the University. Collaborates with appropriate faculty, administration, and staff in planning new faculty orientation and ongoing faculty development opportunities and programming Represents the Undergraduate Programs and the MNSON at official activities, as appropriate. Meets with each cohort of students to discuss academic issues at least annually. Participates in hiring and supervision of administrative support staff. Provides input for staff evaluations as needed. Conduct own program of research. Maintain teaching responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: Earned doctorate in Nursing or related field. Appointment to tenure-track rank in the MNSON. Sustained record of scholarly productivity. Five (5) years demonstrated teaching experience in baccalaureate education. Demonstrated knowledge of diverse admission and academic advising processes. Demonstrated administrative leadership abilities. Demonstrated creative and systematic problem solving abilities. Demonstrated collaborative and consultative working style. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Loyola University Chicago s (LUC) mission. - 2-

3 Experience in undergraduate curricular development, implementation, and evaluation. Knowledge of current educational requirements, trends, and issues in undergraduate education, including simulation. Relates strategically and effectively to internal and external audiences, including but not limited to clinical agencies and key stakeholders. TO APPLY: The executive search firm The Hollander Group has been selected to assist the search committee in its efforts for this recruitment. Applications, including cover letter, curriculum vitae and list of professional references with contact information, will be handled in strict confidence and should be submitted electronically to Note that no references will be contacted without the permission of the candidate. Requests for additional information and nominations for the position should be directed to: Clifford R. Hollander, PhD, or Sharon M. Flynn Hollander, MSN, MBA Phone: (202) LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO Loyola University Chicago, a private university founded in 1870 as St. Ignatius College, is one of the nation s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities and the only one located in Chicago. Loyola University Chicago comprises four campuses: Lake Shore (LSC), Water Tower (WTC), Health Sciences (HSC), and the John Felice Rome Center in Italy, and is home to ten schools and colleges: Quinlan School of Business, Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing, Stritch School of Medicine, College of Arts and Sciences, School of Communication, School of Continuing and Professional Studies, School of Education, School of Law, School of Social Work, and Graduate School. Loyola also features course locations in Beijing, China; Saigon-Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; Vernon Hills, Illinois (Cuneo Mansion and Gardens); and a Retreat and Ecology Campus in Woodstock, Illinois. Recognizing Loyola s excellence in education, U.S. News and World Report has ranked Loyola consistently among the "top national universities" in its annual publications. Loyola is among a select group of universities recognized for community service and engagement by prestigious national organizations like the Carnegie Foundation and the Corporation for National and Community Service. A few facts about the University: Total enrollment: 15, undergraduate majors and 80+ minors - 3-

4 140+ graduate, professional, and graduate-level certificate programs 1,551 full-time staff members, 258 part-time staff members, and 1,248 full-time faculty members 14:1 Undergraduate student/faculty ratio 150,000 alumni; 85,000 in Chicago One of only eight percent of all American colleges and universities to have a Phi Beta Kappa honor society chapter LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO SCHOOL OF NURSING The Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing has a full range of undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs. Undergraduate Nursing Programs Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (delivered in face-to-face format) The program is a four-year direct entry bachelor s degree program designed to effectively teach students the required skills and knowledge to become a Registered Nurse. Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) (delivered in face-to-face format) The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program accepts students who hold non-nursing bachelor s degrees. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in all college work completed and 37 hours of prerequisite coursework are required for application to this program. The sequence of courses in nursing is offered in a 16 months, full-time day program. The nursing portion of the program is identical to the traditional BSN, only compressed. Students in the ABSN program have the same quality faculty and experiences as other students in the School of Nursing. However, the core requirements and prerequisites are slightly different. RN-to-BSN Degree Completion Program (delivered in online format) The RN-to-BSN online program from Loyola University Chicago's Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing allows students to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree in a minimum of three semesters. Designed for licensed, professional nurses, the online nursing courses maintain high standards in advanced education to enhance healthcare quality and job opportunities. Non-Nursing Undergraduate Degree Programs Bachelor of Science in Health Systems Management (delivered in blended format comprising both online and face-to-face courses): Loyola's Bachelor of Science in Health Systems Management program is a non-nursing major that provides students with the knowledge and critical-thinking skills necessary to perform effectively in entry-level positions within the health-care industry. - 4-

5 The degree builds on Loyola's excellent liberal arts and health systems programs, as well as the strong national and international reputations of its faculty in nursing and other schools in the fields of health systems management study. The University's relationship to the prestigious Loyola University Health System (LUHS) further strengthens Loyola s reputation for health-care academics and practice. The interdisciplinary health systems management program includes courses from the School of Business Administration. Five-Year BSHSM/MBA Program (delivered in face-to-face format): Loyola s new dual-degree program allows students to earn a Bachelor of Science in Health Systems Management (BSHSM) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in as little as five years. Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science Program (delivered in face-to-face format): The B.S. in Exercise Science from Loyola's Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing prepares students for myriad health and exercise related fields. Graduates can look forward to careers in adult fitness and personal training; assessment, design, and implementation of individual and group exercise; and fitness programs for healthy people and those with controlled disease. Through coursework and hands-on experience, students will develop skills in evaluating health behaviors and risk factors, conducting fitness assessments, writing appropriate exercise prescriptions, and motivating individuals to modify negative health behaviors. Master of Science in Nursing Programs Nurse Practitioner Programs (all delivered in blended format comprising both online and face-to-face courses): Family Nurse Practitioner Family Nurse Practitioner with Emergency Nurse Subspecialty Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner with Oncology Specialty Women's Health Nurse Practitioner MSN Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Specialty Tracks: Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (delivered in blended format comprising both online and face-to-face courses) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (delivered in blended format comprising both online and face-to-face courses) Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist (delivered in online format) Master of Science in Healthcare Quality, Safety & Information Technology (delivered in face-to-face format): Health care quality, safety and information technology (QSIT) program graduates will be prepared to assume leadership roles in the development, design, implementation, - 5-

6 evaluation and sustainability of improvements in performance outcomes. In addition, these individuals may assume key roles in education, research, and public policy. Post-Baccalaureate and Post-Master s Certificate Programs in Nursing The Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing offers certificate programs for post- Baccalaureate and post-master's nurses and other health professionals looking to advance their knowledge and skills in their practice areas or to expand their career options. Post-baccalaureate certificate programs comprise: Healthcare Informatics Certificate (delivered in online format): Oncology Nursing Certificate (delivered in online format): Outcomes Performance Management Certificate (delivered in online format): Online Certificate in Infection Prevention (delivered in online format): Post-master s NP and CNS certificate programs (all generally delivered in a hybrid format entailing a combination of face-to-face and online courses, but somewhat adaptable to student needs) comprise: Acute Care: NP or CNS Adult-Gerontologic Health: NP or CNS Family Health: NP only Oncology: CNS only Women s Health: NP only Diatetics Programs The School of Nursing at Loyola University Chicago offers a unique opportunity to complete a Master's degree in Dietetics as an option to the Dietetic Internship or after completion of a dietetic internship. Diatetic Internship Program with Public Health Nutrition Emphasis (delivered in face-toface format): The accredited Dietetic Internship (DI) program to prepare students to become professional registered dietitians. Master of Science in Diatetics with an Outcomes Performance Management Focus (delivered in face-to-face format): The program offers an outcomes performance management focus, preparing professional, registered dietitians to design and implement systems that produce desired health outcomes. Doctoral Programs Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) (delivered in online format) The DNP is a practice-focused degree designed to provide additional knowledge and skills so that nurses may further enhance the health and well being of the individuals and communities with whom they work. The changing demands of the nation s complex - 6-

7 healthcare environment require the highest level of scientific knowledge and practice expertise to assure high quality patient outcomes. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Program (delivered in face- to- face format): The Ph.D. in Nursing program prepares nurse scholars who contribute to the body of nursing knowledge in order to improve the health of society. Graduates of the program will be prepared to launch a program of research; expand nursing knowledge through a variety of philosophical and scientific methods; address the social, cultural, political and ethical issues related to an area of nursing scholarship; and participate in a community of scholars for the purpose of disseminating research for improving the health of society. CON Student Enrollments The School of Nursing has 1052 undergraduate students 563 in the traditional, 4-year BSN program, 165 in the accelerated program, 135 in the RN-BSN program, 127 in the BS in Health Systems Management program and 60 in the BS in Exercise Science program. The School has 450 graduate students 318 in the MSN tracks, 10 in the RN- MSN program, 22 obtaining Post-master s certificates, 10 in the diatetics intership program, 20 in the MS in Diatetics program, 34 in the DNP program and 36 in the PhD in Nursing program CON Faculty The School of Nursing has 53 full time faculty, of whom 20 are tenured, including 1 Endowed Chair for Research, 5 tenure track faculty, 28 non-tenure-track faculty, 2 Distinguished Professors and 2 postdoctoral fellows. 8 full-time faculty are Fellows of the American Academy of Nursing. Clinical Simulation Learning Laboratory The Clinical Simulation Learning Laboratory (CSLL) gives students the opportunity to learn basic clinical skills in a comfortable, non-threatening environment prior to entering patient care settings. Faculty and experienced laboratory instructors use state-of-the-art video and computer teaching tools to assist in developing nursing knowledge. Nursing Program Accreditation The BSN, MSN and DNP academic programs of the School of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE); the BSN and MSN programs received full accreditation in 2008, good through 2018; the DNP program received initial accreditation through 2016 and will be reaccredited in The diatetics program is accredited through the Accreditation Council for Educaiton in Nutrition and Diatetics through October Plans are underway for seeking accreditation for the BS in Health Systems Management and the BS in Exercise Science programs.7-7-

8 APPENDIX A Educational Mission Statement The mission of the Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing (SON) is to prepare baccalaureate, master s, and doctoral level nurses, professional dietitians, entry-level fitness professionals and health system managers who enhance the health of persons within communities and the larger global environment. The SON is an integral part of Chicago s Jesuit Catholic University [a] diverse community seeking God in all things and working to expand knowledge in the service of humanity through learning, justice and faith. 1 In concert with the Jesuit Catholic educational mission of the university, the SON stresses excellence in teaching, research, service, and practice. Philosophy Statement Introduction The SON is an integral part of Loyola University Chicago. Consistent with the university s educational mission, the SON community strives to embody the Jesuit ideal of living and caring for others. The SON offers curricula leading to baccalaureate, master s, and doctoral degrees in nursing, a master s degree and internship in dietetics through its food and nutrition programs, a baccalaureate degree in exercise science and a baccalaureate degree in health systems management. The following statements reflect core beliefs about nursing, nursing education, dietetics, and health systems management. These beliefs are expanded upon in the conceptual definitions. Beliefs About Nursing Nursing is both a scientific discipline and a profession. The purpose of the discipline is to develop and disseminate knowledge about foci of concern to nursing: persons, communities, environment, and health. Professional nursing is the practice of a scientific discipline that directly benefits society through decreasing disparities, caring for the sick, promoting health, engaging in scientific inquiry, and, ultimately, enhancing the quality of life. The discipline of nursing is grounded in values and ethics. It also reflects advances in disciplinary and technological knowledge in an ever-expanding, multicultural society. Faculty believe that persons are created by God and have the right to live and die with dignity, to be accepted for their individual inherent worth, to be responsible for decisions about their lives, and to benefit justly from the world s wealth of resources. Beliefs About Nursing Education Professional nursing education is conceptually based and evolves from a spirit of inquiry and search for truth. The SON, as an urban institution, benefits from Chicago s exceptional cultural, economic, and human resources, and faculty believe that the use of these resources strengthens the educational experience of our students. The SON has a long-standing commitment to the health of diverse populations in our urban setting and works to solve existing health problems. This includes decreasing health disparity and promoting optimal health. Faculty believe that experiences in community-focused practice and research enhance achievement of program goals. Faculty believe they are educating students to be caregivers, managers, leaders, advocates, educators, and scholars. While faculty are committed to appreciating the uniqueness of each student and - 8-

9 accommodating their learning needs, students are expected to assume responsibility for their learning. The individual life experiences that each student brings to the program will influence the way that each develops their own practice of nursing. The undergraduate curricula emphasize levels of prevention, collaboration, communication, critical thinking, cultural competence, ethics, scholarly inquiry, spirituality, and therapeutic interventions. Beliefs About Dietetics The practice of dietetics promotes optimal health and quality of life through the application of the science of nutrition. The practice of dietetics is applied to persons, communities, and organizational systems in a variety of environments, stages of life, and conditions of health. Competent dietetic practice, based upon application of the science of nutrition in concert with principles from the biological and psychosocial sciences, requires leadership, management, lifelong learning, and scientific inquiry through effective communication and collaboration. Beliefs About Dietetics Education To respond to the needs of society, dietetic students must be prepared for ongoing professional development. To this end, the faculty provide an educational environment that stimulates critical thinking, promotes ethical values, and develops adaptability to dynamic practice environments. Beliefs About Health Systems Management The complexity of the United States health care industry results in the need for leadership that is focused on the needs of all citizens. This means that the people that are responsible for the creation, provision, and evaluation of health care understand that high quality health care must be made accessible, in an increasingly greater multi-cultural society, to all people regardless of their ability to pay. Competent leaders in health care employ management and leadership theories to manage the financial, technological, and human resources required to assure high quality care to all. This discipline is grounded in values, spirituality, and ethics, and those employed in this discipline demonstrate the ability to adapt to an ever-changing health care environment. Beliefs About Health Systems Management Education It is the belief of the faculty of the SON that an education in Health Systems Management must be rooted in ethics, spirituality, and values, with a solid commitment to the health care needs of all people including underserved populations. The curriculum is conceptually based on the framework of cost, quality, and access. The broad-based curriculum incorporates scholarly inquiry, business fundamentals, exploration of the policies and practices that contribute to, and can ameliorate, health care disparities, and service learning. The Chicago area provides students with a wide range of service and internship opportunities that will support the goals of developing the future leaders of health care whose leadership will be ethically and values-based in keeping with the Jesuit tradition. - 9-

10 Program Goals Faculty and administrators are engaged in a collaborative effort to recruit, retain, educate, and graduate healthcare professionals who contribute to the well being of society. The SON offers undergraduate, master s, and doctoral programs for the education of professional nurses, a graduate and intern program for professional dietitians, and an undergraduate program in health systems management. The goal of the undergraduate nursing program is to prepare entry-level nurses who competently and professionally deliver nursing care using a community-focus. The goal of the master s program is to prepare professional nurses for leadership roles as nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, or administrators in the healthcare delivery system. The goal of the PhD doctoral program in nursing is to prepare scholars who improve human health through the development and expansion of knowledge. The goal of the DNP doctoral program is to prepare advanced practice nurses with the highest level of knowledge and skill for providing innovative leadership to the profession and for ensuring high-quality health care across all settings through the dissemination of evidence-based practice initiatives to patients, families, communities and populations. The goal of the Loyola Dietetic Internship is to provide quality experiential preparation enabling graduates to enter dietetic practice as competent Registered Dietitians. The goal of the master s program in dietetics is to prepare Registered Dietitians to design and implement systems that produce desired health outcomes. The goal for the Health Systems Management program is to prepare graduates to perform effectively in entry-level positions within the health care industry. Goals for faculty include excellence in teaching while assisting students to achieve expected outcomes. Faculty contribute to collective excellence according to their particular education, experience, abilities, and goals

11 Appendix B Appointment and Review Process MNSON faculty will make recommendations to the Dean regarding the selection of the Associate Dean. Appointment is for three (3) years, renewable upon the recommendation of the MNSON faculty with the approval of the Dean. Associate Dean will submit an annual performance report to the Dean. Evaluation by a 360-degree process (peer review) will occur at three (3) year intervals based on defined responsibilities with input from MNSON faculty. The appointment may be terminated with 30 days notification by either the Dean or the Associate Dean