Director of the Lee University Nursing Program

Lee University is seeking an experienced nursing leader to serve as the inaugural Director of the Lee University Nursing Program. This position will provide a unique opportunity to shape Christian nursing education through Lee and through the dynamic health care delivery system of East Tennessee with hospitals and agencies in Cleveland, Chattanooga and beyond. Lee is seeking approval for two programs, the BSN and the RN to BSN. A doctorate in nursing and experience in directing a nursing program are required.

Duties will include assisting with the development of the nursing program, recruitment of nursing faculty and supervision of the nursing support staff.

Qualifications include a doctorate in nursing preferred or other closely related field, demonstrated leadership as a nurse educator, and experience in leading a nursing program. Candidates must demonstrate a Christian commitment and agreement with campus lifestyle expectations.

The application is available on the Lee University website http://oldsite.leeuniversity.edu/employees/info/job-openings.aspx. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, transcripts, a personal statement of Christian faith, and a statement describing the integration of Christian faith and discipline of expertise to: Carolyn Dirksen, Academic Affairs, Lee University, Cleveland, TN 37320-3450. For additional information call (423) 614-8118.