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You Can Change the Life of One to Care for the Lives of Many!

At Galen College of Nursing, we educate and empower nurses to change lives. Since 1989, we’ve dedicated our work to delivering high-quality nursing education with a student-first mindset. As one of the largest private nursing colleges in the country, we combine the support of a close-knit learning environment with the strength of a nationally recognized institution, HCA Healthcare.

That same passion for excellence in the classroom extends to our offices. At Galen, you’ll find a culture deeply rooted in collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to improving the future of healthcare. Your work directly touches the next generation of nurses, and your contributions help our students pursue their dream of a compassionate career.

If you’re looking for a career where you can make a difference, grow professionally, and be part of a caring team, we’d love for you to apply for the Senior Director of Accreditation - Compliance - RA position today!

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Position Overview:

As a Senior Director of Accreditation, Compliance, and Regulatory Affairs at Galen College of Nursing, you will lead the College in the areas of regional and programmatic accreditation, compliance, regulatory affairs, risk management, and state licensing activities. The outcome of these efforts is to ensure the College’s continued good standing with all local, state, and federal agencies (including but not limited to DOE, SACSCOC, ACEN, CCNE, CNEA, boards of nursing, and boards of education) and managing risk in a multi-state operating environment. The Senior Director will also oversee the timeline of accreditation and regulatory activities required for expansion or new campus development, reaffirmations, and various stages of approval for new campuses or programs with the appropriate respective agencies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee accreditation or approval activities and processes including self-studies, approval documents, or substantive changes required for programmatic accreditation, institutional accreditation, state board of nursing or state higher education board approval.
2. Ensure the College maintains compliance with all state regulations within states of operation; oversee regulatory activities required for expansion.
3. Provide guidance and interpretation of institutional and regulatory policies and procedures.
4. Ensure campuses have sufficient support for regulatory site visits.
5. Establish and maintain relationships with state, federal, and accrediting and regulatory agencies.
6. Develop accreditation, compliance, and regulatory team members in the areas of regulatory interpretation, critical thinking and judgment, reputation management, and persuasive writing.
7. Oversee College’s compliance with various federal standards and reporting, including but not limited to FERPA, IPEDS, Title IX, VAWA, and Program Participation Agreement compliance.
8. Oversee contract compliance, review of externally facing materials representing the College, adherence to grievance and complaint procedures, and catalog compliance.
9. Provide updates on accreditation and regulatory changes to college leaders; advise and develop guidance for policy development and adherence; effectively communicate changes to campuses and College-wide.
10. Identify potential and existing areas of vulnerability and risk as it relates to accreditation and regulatory compliance and develop corrective action plans for resolution.
11. Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement institutional processes in relation to operational activities, adhering to accreditation, regulatory, and ethical practice guidelines.
12. Ensure team provides professional development and continuing education for faculty and staff related to relevant topics in the areas of accreditation, compliance and regulatory affairs.
13. Represent the department on college-wide committees.
14. Understand the complex and matrixed regulatory oversight environment the College operates in and provide context and support for decision making at all levels.
15. Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Education:A master’s degree in a related field is preferred; progressive leadership experience in overseeing accreditation, compliance, or regulatory functions in a higher education environment is highly valued. Multi-state regulatory experience or experience in federal compliance is another highly valued skill set.
• Experience:Increasingly progressive experience in higher education with specific experience in institutional or programmatic accreditation is necessary to succeed in the role. Strong knowledge of regional and programmatic accreditation and federal reporting standards is required. Independent judgment and strong management skills are required with the ability to analyze where the institution needs to strengthen processes and procedures and build consensus. Superior written and verbal communication skills will consistently be leveraged to ensure compliance with regulations and a desire for ethical conduct relevant for a wide audience (internal and external stakeholders).
• Physical/Mental Demands & Work Environment:Ability to walk, stand, and sit for long periods of time. Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate needs. Ability to operate a personal computer and other office equipment. Normal motor skills and eye-hand coordination. Travel required.
• Degree of Supervision:Minimal
• Travel may be required for site visits and certain professional development activities.

Benefits

At Galen College of Nursing, we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer a comprehensive package of medical, dental, and vision plans, tuition discounts, along with unique benefits, including:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial well-being
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for children, elders, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services, and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away from Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Galen College of Nursing is recognized as a 2023 National League of Nursing (NLN) Center of Excellence (COE).

Galen’s Compassionate Care Model Values

• Inclusivity: I foster an environment that provides opportunity for every individual to reach their full potential.
• Character: I act with integrity and compassion in all I do.
• Accountability: I own my role and accept responsibility for my actions.
• Respect: I value every person as an individual with unique contributions worthy of consideration.
• Excellence: I commit myself to the highest level of quality in everything I do.

Learn more about our vision and mission.

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below:

Senior Director of Accreditation - Compliance - RA

Galen College of Nursing