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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly experienced and dedicated Director of Nursing Program to lead and oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of our nursing education curriculum. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader with a strong background in nursing education, academic administration, and clinical practice. This role requires a dynamic individual who can ensure academic excellence, maintain accreditation standards, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and student success.
The Director of Nursing Program will be responsible for managing faculty and staff, developing strategic plans for program growth, and ensuring compliance with state and national accreditation requirements. This position also involves collaboration with healthcare partners, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders to ensure the program remains current and responsive to the evolving healthcare landscape.
Key duties include curriculum development, faculty recruitment and development, student advising, budget management, and quality assurance. The Director will also play a critical role in promoting a positive learning environment, supporting faculty research and professional development, and maintaining high standards of academic integrity and clinical excellence.
The successful candidate will possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, along with a passion for nursing education and student achievement. A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is essential, as is the ability to inspire and lead a team of educators in a fast-paced academic setting.
This is a full-time position that offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the institution. If you are a forward-thinking nursing educator with a proven track record of academic leadership, we invite you to apply and join our mission to prepare the next generation of nursing professionals.
Responsibilities
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- Ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards
- Recruit, mentor, and evaluate nursing faculty and staff
- Manage program budgets and resources effectively
- Collaborate with clinical partners and healthcare organizations
- Monitor student performance and program outcomes
- Lead strategic planning and program development initiatives
- Promote faculty research and professional development
- Maintain academic and clinical excellence standards
- Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment
Requirements
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- Current RN license in good standing
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in nursing education
- Proven leadership and administrative experience
- Strong knowledge of accreditation and regulatory requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with curriculum development and assessment
- Ability to manage budgets and allocate resources
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you hold a current RN license?
- How many years of experience do you have in nursing education?
- Have you led a nursing program before?
- What is your experience with accreditation processes?
- How do you support faculty development?
- Describe your approach to curriculum design.
- How do you ensure student success in your program?
- What strategies do you use to manage program budgets?
- How do you foster collaboration with clinical partners?
- What is your leadership style?
