Assistant Director of Nursing

Platt College Los Angeles consists of four Southern California campuses located in Alhambra, Ontario, Riverside and Anaheim. Platt offers certificate and degree programs in several subject areas including school of graphic design, business and legal studies, medical sciences, and information technology. Since our opening in 1985, Platt College has been dedicated to the principle that education is the foundation for personal and professional growth, and that students should have the opportunity to develop to their full potential.

At Platt College, our mission is to provide a balanced program of instruction for our students to help them acquire the specialized knowledge and skills they need to take advantage of exciting career opportunities in many of today’s in-demand fields. We at Platt College continuously update our offerings to best serve the needs of students and employers in today’s dynamic Southern California business environment.

We Offer:

• Platt College offers a competitive and excellent benefits package providing medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees and their dependents.
• A highly competitive pay and eligible employees are entitled to receive paid vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Professional opportunities in a growing organization.
• Compensation Range: $90,000 - 110,000/year

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) is responsible to assist in the overall management and supervision of all nursing programs including program students and instructors. The ADON must maintain program standards, including continued compliance with all state and federal regulations governing program operation. The ADON will provide instruction to both theory and clinical settings. The ADON will also review instructor practice in theory and clinical settings, ensuring compliance with program guidelines. The ADON workload is expected to be 80% teaching and 20% administrative.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of education environments, including the needs of the adult learner
• Ability to promote positive and effective learning
• Motivation, dedication, and enthusiasm for promoting adult health-care education
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

Credentials and Experience:

• A minimum of four years’ experience as a licensed registered nurse
• A minimum of two years’ experience in teaching in pre- or post- licensure registered nursing programs
• A minimum of one year experience as an administrator with validated performance of administrative responsibilities
• Have completed a course or courses offered by an approved school with instruction in administration, teaching, and curriculum development.
• Current, active, unrestricted California licensure as a registered nurse – must be in good standing
• Bachelor’s degree in a related subject area from an accredited college which includes course work in nursing, education or administration, Master’s degree preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to perform all nursing duties associated with patient care in the clinical setting
• Must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Must be able to adequately supervise students in the clinical setting

Special Requirements:

• Flexible hours to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Attendance at the Platt College Graduation Ceremony Required
• In the absence of a Director of Nursing (DON) the ADON will assume the responsibilities of the DON on an interim basis
• Meet CDPH requirements to oversee all application and program requirements for the Certified Nurse Assistant program.

Equal Employment Opportunity

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Platt College Los Angeles, LLC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion (including religious dress/grooming practices), creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), age, national origin, marital or registered domestic partnership status, veteran status or military status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, including genetic characteristics or genetic information, medical condition, ancestry, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law or by local ordinance.

In accordance with Title IX regulations, Platt College prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The College’s statement of non-discrimination and Title IX Coordinator contact information is available on the website https://plattcollege.edu/disclosures/

Internal Platt College Employees, please refer to the link below to apply for the position:
http://intranet.plattcollege.edu/uploads/human_resources/Internal%20Job%20Application_REV%2007302024.pdf