Job Overview
Under the supervision of the Dean of Workforce Readiness, Health & Public Safety, the Director of Occupational Healthcare Programs will lead, manage, and instruct courses in the Occupational Healthcare program, including Nursing Assistant (NA) classes and other healthcare-related programs. The director is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with state regulations, managing faculty, and supporting student success. This position requires hands-on involvement in curriculum development, resource management, faculty supervision, and community outreach across multiple campuses, including Franklin, Main, South, and Warren.

This position is assigned to the VGCC Henderson Campus; although, some travel to other counties in the college’s service area is possible. Consistent with VGCC’s Teleworking Policy after the completion of the probationary period, this position will have the opportunity to telework one day per week, contingent upon the needs of the department.

The following essential job duties indicate the general nature and level of work required but are not exhaustive. The individual may perform additional duties as required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the qualifications and be able to execute each essential duty proficiently. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Essential Duties

• Oversee development, scheduling, and delivery of Occupational Healthcare programs (NAI, NAI Refresher, NAII, Medication Aide, Phlebotomy, Dialysis Technician, etc.).
• 20% of the Director of Occupational Healthcare time will be teaching.
• Administer Nursing Aide Training Program in accordance with NC DHHS and NCBON regulations, ensuring all programs meet state and institutional standards.
• Secure and maintain materials, supplies, and equipment for effective classroom and clinical instruction.
• Establish and maintain relationships with clinical sites; coordinate student rotations, background checks, and health screenings.
• Oversee clinical training to align with program objectives, providing oversight of students and instructors during clinical sessions.
• Hire, orient, and evaluate part-time instructors, ensuring adherence to teaching standards.
• Provide mentorship and feedback to instructors, fostering professional development and teaching excellence.
• Serve on assigned committees as required.
• Assist with student recruitment, registration, and orientation, ensuring preparation for courses and clinical training.
• Monitor student progress, provide guidance, and ensure students meet program requirements and achieve certifications.
• Design, evaluate, and revise curriculum in accordance with NC DHHS, NCBON, and NC Community College System guidelines.
• Collaborate with community partners and healthcare providers to promote programs and build industry relationships.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote the Occupational Healthcare programs through digital platforms, social media, local community events, and partnerships with healthcare organizations.
• Maintains on-call responsibility to all programs as needed.
• Work with the college’s marketing and communications team to create engaging content, including brochures, flyers, and web updates, that highlight program benefits, career opportunities, and success stories of past students.
• Assume all other duties as assigned by the Dean of Workforce Readiness, Health & Public Safety.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Required:

• Registered Nurse (RN): Must hold an active, unencumbered RN license to practice in North Carolina.
• Professional Experience: At least two years of nurse-related work experience (minimum 4,000 hours); 1000 of the 4000 hours must be in long-term care healthcare environments.
• Teaching Experience: Demonstrated experience teaching in a community college setting or equivalent teaching or training experience in healthcare education.

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Advanced nursing degree preferred.
• Supervisory & Budget Experience: Prior experience in a leadership role, with a proven track record of managing teams and budgets in an academic or healthcare setting.
• Program Development: Experience developing and managing healthcare-related training programs, particularly within a community college or continuing education environment.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift and transport objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Capability to stand, reach, and move around for extended periods.
• Fine motor skills required for handling equipment and demonstrating clinical techniques.
• Visual acuity to evaluate student work, equipment, and teaching materials accurately.
• Must be able to perceive attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of receptors in the skin, particularly those of the fingertip.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Long term care: 1 year (Required)
• Nursing: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Henderson, NC 27536: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person