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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly experienced and visionary Nursing Department Chair to lead and manage the academic and administrative functions of our nursing department. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of nursing education, ensuring academic excellence, and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing education, leadership experience, and a passion for mentoring faculty and students.
As the Nursing Department Chair, you will be responsible for overseeing curriculum development, faculty recruitment and evaluation, student success initiatives, accreditation processes, and budget management. You will work closely with university leadership, healthcare partners, and accreditation bodies to ensure the department meets the highest standards of academic and professional excellence.
You will also play a key role in strategic planning, program development, and community engagement. Your leadership will directly impact the quality of nursing education and the preparedness of graduates to meet the evolving needs of the healthcare industry. This position requires a dynamic leader who can inspire faculty, support student achievement, and drive innovation in nursing education.
The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and organizational skills, a commitment to diversity and inclusion, and a deep understanding of current trends and challenges in nursing and higher education. A doctoral degree in nursing or a related field is required, along with a valid nursing license and significant teaching and administrative experience in an academic setting.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Provide academic and administrative leadership for the nursing department
- Oversee curriculum development and program evaluation
- Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty members
- Ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards
- Manage departmental budgets and resources
- Promote student success and retention initiatives
- Foster partnerships with healthcare organizations and community stakeholders
- Lead strategic planning and program development efforts
- Support faculty research and professional development
- Represent the department in university-wide committees and initiatives
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Doctoral degree in nursing or a related field
- Current and valid nursing license
- Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience in higher education
- Proven leadership and administrative experience
- Strong knowledge of nursing accreditation standards
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Experience with curriculum development and assessment
- Ability to manage budgets and allocate resources effectively
- Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you hold a doctoral degree in nursing or a related field?
- Do you have a current and valid nursing license?
- How many years of teaching experience do you have in higher education?
- Can you describe your experience with curriculum development?
- Have you led a department or academic unit before?
- What strategies have you used to promote student success?
- How do you support faculty development and research?
- What is your experience with accreditation processes?
- How do you foster diversity and inclusion in an academic setting?
- Can you provide examples of partnerships you’ve built with healthcare organizations?
