Regulation .07 Nursing Program Administrator.
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A.
Qualifications.
(1)
Qualifications of the nursing program administrator include:
(a)
Current licensure as a registered nurse in Maryland or possession of a multistate licensure privilege to practice registered nursing;
(b)
A graduate degree in nursing; and
(c)
Academic preparation or experience in administration.
(2)
A doctorate in nursing or a related field is recommended for the nursing program administrator.
B.
Responsibilities. The nursing program administrator, with the participation of the faculty, is responsible for:
(1)
Recommendations for faculty appointment and review;
(2)
The educational program or programs;
(3)
Preparing and administering the budget;
(4)
Formulating and implementing policies pertinent to the program, which include but are not limited to:
(a)
Admission and progression;
(b)
Advanced standing;
(c)
Transfer and articulation;
(d)
Withdrawal;
(e)
Reinstatement;
(f)
Evaluation;
(g)
Graduation requirements; and
(h)
Competency in oral and written communication of the English language;
(5)
Determining the student/teacher ratio based on the objectives of the course, method of instruction used, and the requirements of the faculty;
(6)
Determining the number of faculty, including clinical faculty, needed based on the:
(a)
Number and academic level of enrolled students;
(b)
Curriculum;
(c)
Activities and responsibilities required of the faculty; and
(d)
Number and geographic locations of the clinical facilities;
(7)
Developing, maintaining, complying with, and periodically reviewing written agreements with cooperating agencies;
(8)
Implementing a faculty orientation and development program;
(9)
Implementing the entire program in accordance with Board regulations;
(10)
Assuring that all publications pertaining to the nursing program are clear, accurate, and current;
(11)
Developing and implementing a written plan that provides that all students participating in clinical practice settings are physically and mentally competent at all times to provide safe client care; and
(12)
Developing appropriate clinical learning experiences that reflect an understanding of the program's philosophy, objectives, outcomes or competencies, and curriculum.