Dean of Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

The Area Dean of Nursing serves as the nurse leader for nursing programs across multiple campuses. This role leads, implements, and sustains teaching strategies that align with the School of Nursing’s vision. Responsibilities include hiring, developing, and managing campus nursing leaders and faculty while overseeing the student academic experience. This position collaborates with leadership, staff, and students to improve learning outcomes.

Key Responsibilities :

• Supports nursing program governance, ensuring alignment with institutional and accreditation standards.
• Recruits, supervises, and mentors campus Deans and Associate Deans.
• Oversees faculty onboarding, orientation, development, and evaluation.
• Manages resources, supports budget planning, and maintains clinical partnerships.
• Ensures clinical compliance and readiness of students and faculty.
• Oversees advisory board formation and ongoing community engagement.
• Tracks academic performance metrics such as NCLEX pass rates, graduation rates, and student retention; develops action plans for areas needing improvement.
• Supports program and course assessment in line with accreditation standards.
• Promotes student success through advising oversight, engagement initiatives, and appeal support.
• Serves as a representative to students, partners, and stakeholders.

Requirements :

MSN required; doctorate preferred. RN license (active / unencumbered). 3+ years full-time teaching and 3–5 years leadership experience. Clinical experience and strong collaboration, tech, and communication skills required.

Reporting :

Reports to the AVP of Nursing Instruction and Operations, with indirect oversight by the Campus Executive Director. Collaborates with internal academic leaders.