UNMC is seeking applications and nominations for the position of dean of the College of Nursing. Ada Lindsey, Ph.D., has announced plans to retire from the position, effective July 31, 2003.
“Dr. Lindsey has been an excellent dean and has strengthened the college during her eight years of leadership,” said Mary Haven, associate dean of UNMC’s School of Allied Health Professions and chairwoman of the search committee. “With the search we hope to build on the college’s traditions of excellence in teaching, distance learning, research and outreach to underserved populations. The College of Nursing has been fortunate to have a history of strong deans and our committee is determined to find capable candidates who will continue to advance its mission.”
Ideal candidates
The College of Nursing dean reports to the chancellor and is responsible for providing leadership in planning, organizing and securing the necessary resources to accomplish the goals and objectives of the college. The ideal candidate will have:
- Strong leadership, administrative, financial and communication skills;
- A commitment to recruit diverse faculty and students;
- The ability to foster academic scholarship;
- An appreciation for the importance of information technology and distance learning;
- Experience in leading change and strategic planning;
- Integrity, trustworthiness and reputation for honesty;
- A master’s degree in nursing and an earned doctorate in nursing or a related field;
- Experience in undergraduate and graduate nursing education;
- Eligibility for licensure in the state of Nebraska; and
- An established record of scholarship.
Applications
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications should include a letter of interest, a narrative of experiences that addresses the above qualifications, a curriculum vitae and contact information for three references.
Applications should be sent to: Mary Haven, M.S., Chair, Search Committee for Dean-College of Nursing, 985150 Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE 68198-5150; facsimile 402-559-8696; e-mail: mhaven@unmc.edu.
Search committee
In addition to Haven, the 13-member search committee includes
- Samuel Augustine, Pharm.D., associate professor in the College of Pharmacy;
- Judy Billings, Ph.D., professor and assistant dean of the College of Nursing-Kearney division;
- Dave Crouse, Ph.D., interim vice chancellor for academic affairs and interim dean for graduate studies;
- Lynne Farr, professor in the College of Nursing and president of the UNMC Faculty Senate;
- Monica Fisher, a student in the College of Nursing;
- Gloria Gross, Ph.D., associate professor and assistant dean of the College of Nursing-West Nebraska division;
- Jeffrey Hill, M.D., associate dean in the College of Medicine;
- Joan Sivers, associate professor and assistant dean in the College of Dentistry;
- Rita Van Fleet, vice president of patient care services at Nebraska Health System, UNMC’s clinical partner;
- Susan Noble Walker, Ph.D., professor and chairwoman of the department of gerontological, psychosocial and community health nursing in the College of Nursing;
- Lani Zimmerman, professor and assistant dean of the College of Nursing-Lincoln division; and
- Bernice Yates, Ph.D., associate professor, associate dean of the College of Nursing-Omaha.