ANDREA WATKINS
Torbay,Canada
Summary
Dedicated educator committed to cultivating long-lasting relationships with students, faculty and staff to strengthen program success. Highly developed solutions oriented approach to complex situations and strong communication and organizational skills. Recognized for adaptability, proactive approach and the ability to handle many competing priorities efficiently. Detail oriented and possesses a versatile skill set in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs
Memorial University, Faculty of Nursing
06.2023 - Current
- Provided academic leadership to faculty, staff and approximately 450 students
- Facilitated faculty and staff development
- Operationalized policies and procedures that govern delivery of the BScN (Collaborative) Program
- Liaised with other departments in matters such as admissions, scheduling, academic regulations, and the provision of specific student and faculty services
- Promoted student well-being and socialization
- Collaborated with partner sites in the consortium to deliver a quality nursing education program
- Assisted in a continuous systematic plan for evaluation of the BScN (Collaborative) Program
- Organized interprofessional collaborative education
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
Associate Dean, Satellite Sites
Memorial University, Faculty of Nursing
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided academic leadership to faculty, staff and students
- Provided leadership for the development of Memorial physical learning spaces at the three sites
- Promoted community engagement and developed strong relationships with community partners
- Facilitated faculty and staff development
- Operationalized policies and procedures that govern delivery of the BScN (Collaborative) Program
- Liaising with other departments in matters such as admissions, scheduling, academic regulations, and the provision of specific student and faculty services
- Promoted student well-being and socialization
- Collaborated with partner sites in the consortium to deliver a quality nursing education program
- Assisted in a continuous systematic plan for evaluation of the BScN (Collaborative) Program
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
Associate Director, BScN Program
Centre for Nursing Studies
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided leadership to faculty and students
- Promoted excellence in academic programs
- Responsible for resource management and strategic planning
- Facilitated faculty and staff development
- Ensured policies and procedures that govern delivery of the BScN (Collaborative) Program and CNS faculty governance are operational
- Liaised with Memorial University in matters such as admissions, scheduling, academic regulations, and the provision of specific student and faculty services
- Provided academic support to students
- Promoted student well-being and socialization by facilitating access to support services
- Collaborated with the partner sites in the consortium to deliver a quality nursing education program
- Assisted with a continuous systematic plan for evaluation of the BScN (Collaborative) Program at the CNS
- Organized and facilitated interprofessional collaborative education at the CNS
- Seconded from Memorial University
Practice Education Coordinator
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
04.2016 - 09.2017
- Responsible for facilitating provincial processes that support practice education for all provincial health sciences programs
- Responsible for the expansion and implementation of HSPnet
- Responsible for facilitating practice education processes with regional health authorities and post-secondary institutions
- Responsible for the development of an overall Provincial Post-Secondary Health Education Strategy
- Seconded from Memorial University
Clinical Coordinator (On Leave)
Memorial University of Newfoundland-Faculty of Nursing
01.2015 - 10.2022
- Responsible for coordinating clinical placements provincially, nationally and internationally
- Involved in collaborative working relationships with faculty, instructors, health care organizations and the university lawyer/risk management department
- Involved in program and strategic planning for clinical curriculum development and implementation
- Involved in the expansion of Health Science Placement Network (HSPnet)
Clinical Placement Coordinator- Nursing Instructor I
Eastern Health- Centre for Nursing Studies
05.2011 - 01.2015
- Responsible for assisting in the arranging of clinical placements both provincially and nationally
- Responsible for ensuring that health and non-health pre-clinical requirements were met for all students in the Bachelor of Nursing (BN) and Practical Nursing (PN) Program
- Involved in the instruction of both BN and PN students
- Involved in the implementation of HSPnet
Nursing Instructor I
Eastern Health- Centre for Nursing Studies
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Responsible for providing instruction and support to students in the lab setting
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
Education
Master of Nursing -
Charles Sturt University
Australia06.2013
Bachelor of Nursing (Post-RN) -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St. John's, NL10.1999
Diploma in Nursing -
Salvation Army Grace General Hospital School of Nursing
St. John's, NL06.1996
Skills
- Program assessment
- Academic advising
- Collaborative leadership
- Academic administration
- Student guidance
- Policy compliance
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Certification
- Psychological First Aid Certification
Interests
- Gardening
- Reading
- Running
- Fundraising Events
- Animal Care
Timeline
Interim Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs
Memorial University, Faculty of Nursing
06.2023 - Current
Associate Dean, Satellite Sites
Memorial University, Faculty of Nursing
06.2022 - 06.2023
Associate Director, BScN Program
Centre for Nursing Studies
10.2021 - 06.2022
Practice Education Coordinator
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
04.2016 - 09.2017
Clinical Coordinator (On Leave)
Memorial University of Newfoundland-Faculty of Nursing
01.2015 - 10.2022
Clinical Placement Coordinator- Nursing Instructor I
Eastern Health- Centre for Nursing Studies
05.2011 - 01.2015
Nursing Instructor I
Eastern Health- Centre for Nursing Studies
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Psychological First Aid Certification
Master of Nursing -
Charles Sturt University
Bachelor of Nursing (Post-RN) -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Diploma in Nursing -
Salvation Army Grace General Hospital School of Nursing
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