Westcliff University is looking for a Dean of the College of Nursing to serve as an innovative and entrepreneurial leader. You will be responsible for the strategic growth of the College in enrollment, educational opportunities, and inter-professional practice. This role is central to advancing our mission to Educate. Inspire. Empower. while operating within our culture that values excellence, social responsibility, diversity, and a family atmosphere.
What You'll Do
- Lead strategic initiatives to advance the academic, professional, and scholarly reputation of the College of Nursing and the University.
- Oversee, develop, and enhance high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs including stackable and micro-credential programs.
- Design innovative pathways for prospective students interested in health and wellness careers across multiple disciplines.
- Oversee programmatic accreditation procedures within the college.
- Lead periodic audits and maintain records for compliance with state and BRN accreditation requirements.
- Collaborate with department chairs and faculty to recruit and retain faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service.
- Attract, recruit, and retain faculty proficient in California’s healthcare landscape.
- Implement faculty development programs focusing on teaching efficacy and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Recruit a diverse faculty and student body.
- Support and encourage research and external grant activity.
- Evaluate and provide feedback based on performance metrics pertinent to California's healthcare ecosystem.
- Promote interprofessional collaboration within the college and with other colleges and departments in the university.
- Forge impactful community outreach programs in collaboration with California healthcare organizations.
- Engage with community health organizations to determine and implement ways the university can support healthcare improvement for underserved populations and support healthcare equity.
- Enhance the College’s visibility and reputation within California’s healthcare education sector.
- Create and manage state-compliant academic programs that address public health initiatives and licensure requirements.
- Continuously innovate curricula and teaching methods to suit California's diverse populations.
- Reinforce innovative and effective pedagogy to foster student learning and engagement.
- Oversee compliance with California BRN accreditation standards and utilize relevant metrics for quality assurance and continuous improvement.
- Act in accordance with regulations set forth by Westcliff University and the State of California, and provide regular reports to the President and Vice-President of Academic Affairs.
What We're Looking For
- An earned doctorate from an accredited institution.
- A distinguished record of academic and professional excellence, meriting the rank of Full Professor.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, evidenced by past initiatives and outcomes.
- Extensive knowledge of California’s healthcare policies, access issues, and community needs.
- Experience with strategic planning and new program development relevant to the healthcare sector.
- Successful administrative experience with fiscal and managerial responsibilities, at the level of Dean, Approved CA BRN Director, and CCNE of AACN Chief Nurse Administrator.
- Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse licensure in the State of California.
- Proven experience with diverse instructional modalities appropriate to health professions education, including online education, clinical collaborations and partnerships, service learning, and internships.
Nice to Have
- A Ph.D. in Nursing from a regionally accredited university.
Team & Environment
You will report directly to the President and Vice President of Academic Affairs.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in Corona, CA.
Westcliff University is an equal opportunity employer.
