Dean of Nursing


  • Full Time
  • Salt Lake City, UT

Dean of Nursing – Salt Lake City, UT

Our client is seeking an experienced Dean of Nursing to lead and oversee the nursing programs at their campus. This position offers a unique opportunity to drive program excellence, enhance faculty effectiveness, and improve student outcomes within a supportive academic environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, academic management expertise, and a commitment to student success across practical nursing (PN) and associate degree nursing (ADN) programs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate, support, and develop faculty and clinical staffing to ensure quality education and program growth.
  • Improve student performance and NCLEX pass rates through effective curriculum development, faculty mentorship, and targeted student support initiatives.
  • Oversee student populations across PN and ADN programs, ensuring rigorous academic standards and successful program outcomes.
  • Lead and manage nursing faculty, fostering academic excellence and clinical competence.
  • Collaborate closely with institutional leadership and admissions teams to support and enhance the student experience.
  • Ensure nursing programs meet or exceed accreditation, regulatory, and institutional standards.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in instructional quality, curriculum development, and student engagement.
  • Maximize the use of simulation labs, advanced technology, and modern instructional facilities to enrich nursing education.

Campus Overview:

  • Campuses feature modern simulation labs, well-equipped classrooms, and robust technology to support hands-on learning.
  • A collaborative campus culture, promoting cross-departmental support and fostering a positive educational environment.
  • Campuses may offer additional healthcare-related programs, enriching the overall academic ecosystem and interprofessional opportunities.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing required; master’s degree in nursing preferred.
  • Current, unrestricted nursing license.
  • Minimum of five years of progressive nursing education leadership experience; proprietary school experience preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of academic operations, faculty development, and regulatory compliance.
  • Excellent communication skills with a collaborative leadership style.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, quantitative reasoning, and proficiency in using technology and data for decision-making.
  • Proven record of building and leading high-performing teams to drive excellence in nursing education.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic nursing education leader to significantly influence program growth and student success, shaping the future of nursing education.

If you or someone you know would be a strong fit for this role, we would love to connect!

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