Sec. 10.27.03.07. Nursing Program Administrator

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.