| Location | Graham, NC |
Nurse Aide Department Head (Registered Nurse)
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Main Campus, 1247 Jimmie Kerr Rd., Graham, NC
Job Type
Full-Time Exempt
Job Number
2026-00066
Division
Health & Public Service
Department
Nurse Aide
Opening Date
08/28/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
A qualified faculty member with leadership experience in nursing who is delegated the authority for direction of the nursing aide program and is responsible for the overall operation of the program. The director provides the liaison between the College, the Department of Community Colleges, Division of Health Service Regulation, the North Carolina Board of Nursing, clinical agencies, and other community health sources.
Alamance Community College department heads are expected to work a minimum of 40 hours per week, with a minimum of 5-18 on-campus credit or contact hours (teaching load) Monday through Friday. This teaching load is contingent upon additional responsibilities they may have, such as overseeing live projects and the number of faculty members they supervise. The specific teaching load for each Department Head will be determined and approved by the Academic Dean in conjunction with the Vice President of Instruction.
Example of Duties
As Department Head:
Coordinating the functions of the nurse aide department.
Directing curriculum development and implementation.
Facilitating program evaluation and making recommendations.
Maintaining contracts with agencies providing sites for learning experiences forstudents.
Identifying and assigning teaching responsibilities to full-time and adjunct faculty.
Identifying and assessing student learning outcomes.
Appraising faculty performance.
Teaching according to the requirements mandated by the Division of Health Service
Regulation and the North Carolina Board for nursing as well as the college load formula.
Serving on college standing and ad hoc committees.
Leading in the development and implementation of student and faculty policies.
Serving as liaison between the North Carolina Board of Nursing, the college, faculty, clinical agencies, and other departments at the college.
Submitting reports as required by the Division of Health Service Regulation, the North Carolina Board of Nursing, the Department of Community Colleges, and other agencies.
Providing an annual evaluation of each faculty member.
Assisting in recruitment, advisement, and registration of students.
As Faculty:
Foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including hospitals and professional organizations.
Supervise and evaluate student progress, providing guidance and support.
Participate in ongoing program assessment and make improvements as necessary.
Maintains licensure/certifications and stays current with developments in Nursing and education.
Providing appropriate and effective instruction.
Providing relevant learning opportunities that promote student engagement and retention.
Creating meaningful assessments and evaluations of student work according to departmental standards.
Maintaining accurate student records, including course attendance to enhance retention and success.
Being available to students during office or lab hours for assistance.
Providing regular grade updates through Moodle gradebook.
Providing accurate, informed advising.
Maintaining accessible office or lab hours.
Attends faculty and staff meetings.
Attends Nursing pinning ceremonies and College's commencement ceremonies.
Understands College policies and procedures, degree requirements, and transfer agreements.
Providing students with current information regarding career opportunities, as appropriate.
Being informed about college services and support for students.
Manages inventory control including purchasing materials, supplies, equipment and tools.
Recruiting students, including participation in open houses, College events, and recruitment fairs.
Engaging in continuous improvement efforts.
Participating in student club activities and events.
Assisting with accreditation/regulatory reports.
Assisting with live projects as relevant.
Serve on College Committees and Nurse Aide Advisory Board.
Performs other duties as assigned that support the College mission and initiatives.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has supervisory responsibilities. _X__
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. __
Typical Qualifications
PROGRAM COORDINATOR QUALIFICATIONS:
Registered Nurse with an unencumbered license
License to practice nursing in North Carolina
Has at least two (2) years (4000 hours) of experience as a Registered Nurse in the United States
Has at least one (1) year (2000 hours) of experience as a Registered Nurse in the provision of long-term care facility services in the United States demonstrated by:
Working in a long-term care facility licensed as a skilled nursing facility or a skilled nursing facility which is a distinct part of a hospital; or
Supervising or teaching students in a long-term care facility licensed as a skilled nursing facility or a skilled nursing facility which is a distinct part of a hospital.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Current unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Provider certification.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:?
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data.
Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how a job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyones efforts to succeed.
Written Communication - Able to read and interpret written information.
Business Acumen - Aligns work with strategic goals.
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; conserves organizational resources.
Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for diversity and cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organizations goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for position.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative - Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation - Meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Completes work in a timely manner.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Language Skills
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate and apply concepts of basic Mathematics.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have general knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Walking __X___
Running _____
Squatting __X___
Jumping __
Sitting X
Standing __X___
Lifting (40 lbs. maximum) X
Speaking X
Hearing __X___
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.
Classroom Setting __X___
Inside _X__
Outside ____
Office Setting _X__
Loading Dock ____
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Supplemental Information
An ACC on-line application MUST be fully completed for consideration, which includes a required letter of interest, transcript attachment. Resume attachments are welcome but will not be accepted in lieu of complete application.
For faculty positions, all relevant full- and part-time teaching experience, including start and end dates of employment, should be included on the application. Also, all relevant full- and part-time work experience related to the teaching discipline should be included on the application, including start and end dates.
For non-faculty positions, all relevant full- and part-time work experience related to the position should be included on the application, including start and end dates.
Alamance Community College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program. We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are responsive to the needs of our full-time employees.
Please note: Most temporary (part-time or full-time) employees do not earn benefits.
Employer Alamance Community College
Address 1247 Jimmie Kerr Rd
PO Box 8000
Graham, North Carolina, 27253
Phone 336-506-4133
336-506-4273
Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alamanceccedu