Suzanne Lyn Smith
Bowling Green,Ohio
Summary
Multi-faceted, efficient, and reliable administrative professional with extensive experience in leading teams to achieve organizational goals. Adept at assisting management with designing and implementing administrative policies. Skilled in providing training to employees and managing communication with the legal and regulation department. Instrumental in administering internal audit processes and managing all new security paperwork. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to present technical information and influence decision-making. Possesses strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop and implement innovative solutions for resolving compliance issues. Committed Dean aiming to secure an opportunity to further institution mission by applying years of exceptional performance in academic roles. Well-versed in student recruitment and retention and faculty collaboration to meet objectives.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dean of Nursing
Arizona College of Nursing
Beachwood, OH
12.2022 - 09.2024
- As a member of the College’s leadership team, the Dean of Nursing collaborates closely with the College Leadership on policy making, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the campus’s activities and assists in ensuring that the College’s vision, mission, and values are foundational elements in guiding decision-making and actions
- Responsible for monitoring and evaluating direct reports, including but not limited to, the nursing faculty, clinical coordinator, and director of simulation
- Oversee the onboarding of general education and nursing faculty
- Evaluates curriculum and course implementation
- Ensures compliance of nursing program with State Board of Nursing requirements
- Prepares and completes annual and required reports and data for the Board
- Notifies the Board of any substantial changes as outlined by the rules and regulations of the State BON
- Represents the nursing program at meetings of appropriate bodies, including the Board of Nursing
- Submits information for preparation of the annual operating and capital budget
- Provides leadership to the faculty in preparation for the accreditation self-study
- Prepares and maintains statistics related to program outcomes
- Maintains records relevant to the program
- Manage direct reports including conducting 1:1s, Quarterly Check-Ins, Performance Management, and offering Training and Development
- Developed and implemented strategies to recruit, retain, and support faculty and staff in academic programs.
- Created policies for the evaluation of faculty performance and student learning outcomes.
- Supervised budgeting process for annual operating funds, sponsored research grants, and capital projects.
Vice President of Nursing
AHED Educational Group
New Hope, PA
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Leverage leadership skills to manage nursing education programs to ensure compliance with all governing agencies, including the Ohio Board of Nursing, the Illinois Board of Nursing, and ACCSC
- Oversee practical nursing programs on three campuses in two states
- Faculty development, recruitment, and training
- Collaborate with Registrar, Admissions, Academic Deans, Campus Presidents, and departments/heads to ensure compliance with all governing agencies and internal policies and procedures
- Maintain currency with all state and regulatory laws as well as rules governing nursing education programs and nurse licensure
- Recruiting nursing faculty and staff by utilizing effective management skills to ensure smooth workflow
- Investigate and plan for the creation of future RN programs on all campuses
Practical Nursing Program Director/ LPN to RN Nursing Program Director
Athena Career Academy
Toledo, Ohio
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Develop, execute, and manage the entire practical nursing program and the LPN to RN nursing program as governed by the Ohio Board of Nursing
- Educate, mandate, and follow regulations set forth by all governing agencies to maintain state compliance
- Developed and revised all policies and procedures, while ensuring compliance with all regulatory agencies to meet organizational goals
- Evaluated the clinical placement sites and executed contracts with the sites to ensure operational efficiency
- Prepare state annual reviews of the LPN nursing program
- Managed faculty meetings, while leading discussions and changes in curriculum
- Review of faculty books and teaching materials
- Improved the NCLEX pass rate from roughly 50% of national average to more than 95% of national pass rate
- Handled all student and faulty grievances as well as correspond with the State Board of Career Colleges
Director of Nursing Education
Athena Career Academy
Toledo, Ohio
12.2016 - 06.2022
- Leverage leadership skills to manage nursing education programs to ensure compliance with all governing agencies, including the Ohio Board of Nursing, the State Board of Career Colleges, and the Council on Occupational Education
- Developed and managed a small team of faculty to re-envision and rewrite all nursing and general education courses within a three-week window
- Participated in budgetary issues related to program and classroom operations for positive outcomes
- Identified alternatives to field clinicals in compliance with sudden regulatory changes
- Implemented new delivery methods, including Moodle, Google classroom, and WebEx
- Maintained currency with all state and regulatory laws as well as rules governing nursing education programs and nurse licensure
- Negotiated with educational providers, including ATI for resources and execute contracts for services
- Collaborated with Registration and Records, Admissions, Budget Office, and departments/heads to identify and maintain proper records/materials
- Served as the main contact between all governing agencies and the Nursing Programs to ensure optimal results
- Developed and maintained state annual reviews of the LPN and LPN to RN nursing programs for seamless operations
- Proposed the implementation of the LPN to RN Program to meet organizational goals
- Led the development of the curriculum, including accreditation of documents and state compliance documents
- Recruited all faculty and staff for the program by utilizing effective management skills to ensure smooth workflow
- Launched the program and oversaw the program since inception
Director of Nursing
Audrich Healthcare, Inc.
Grand Rapids, Ohio
08.1992 - 06.2001
- Responsibilities: Assisted with everyday issues of the care center that were related to resident care, management issues, and staffing issues.
- These activities included hiring employees, scheduling and training within the department, addressing resident and family complaints, participating in and processing medical rounds with attending physicians, undertaking basic office duties, ensuring quality assurance, marketing, admissions/discharges, and providing resident care.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
Education
DNP - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
American Sentinel University
10.2020
MSN -
Western Governor’s University
12.2013
BSN -
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences
08.2011
Skills
- Educational Program Design
- Strategic Planning
- Continuous Improvement
- Student retention
- Audit Preparation
- Office Management
- Employee Relations Management
- Performance Optimization
- Operations Management
- Team Leadership
- Problem Resolution
- Relationships Management
- Team Collaboration
- Regulatory Compliance
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- CPR-First Aid
Accomplishments
- American Sentinel University Delta Epsilon International Honor Society
- Florida Hospital College Nursing Honor Society
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honors Society of Nursing
- Alpha Beta Kappa National Honor Society
Credentials
- DNP
- MSN
- RN
Consultantships
- Former Advisory Board Member, Ohio Board of Nursing
- Represent Practical Nursing Diploma Programs
- Advocate for change and support for Ohio educational institutions
Timeline
Dean of Nursing
Arizona College of Nursing
12.2022 - 09.2024
Vice President of Nursing
AHED Educational Group
06.2022 - 12.2022
Practical Nursing Program Director/ LPN to RN Nursing Program Director
Athena Career Academy
01.2019 - 06.2022
Director of Nursing Education
Athena Career Academy
12.2016 - 06.2022
Director of Nursing
Audrich Healthcare, Inc.
08.1992 - 06.2001
DNP - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
American Sentinel University
MSN -
Western Governor’s University
BSN -
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences
Quote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
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