Dean, Academic Affairs, Nursing - Jacksonville
The Jacksonville campus of Chamberlain University is seeking a dynamic, visionary leader to serve as the Dean of Academic Affairs (Nursing), overseeing our Daytime and Evening/Weekend campus-based BSN programs. This role calls for a passionate leader who is committed to fostering academic excellence, driving student success, and advancing the mission of the College. As the Dean, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of nursing education, collaborate with a high-performing team, and make a lasting impact on the next generation of nurses.What You'll Do:Lead & Innovate: Oversee the delivery and continuity of the BSN program, ensuring curricula are current, high-quality, and aligned with the university’s objectives.Drive Student Success: Be accountable for student persistence, graduation rates, first-time NCLEX pass rates, and overall satisfaction by leading the implementation of Chamberlain's Student Success model.Build & Inspire Teams: Lead a collaborative academic team, including faculty, academic support staff, and skills lab teams. Foster a positive, care-driven culture that empowers others to excel.Ensure Excellence in Teaching: Support faculty in delivering an outstanding student experience, including regular evaluation and feedback on best practices in teaching and learning.Monitor & Evaluate: Lead efforts to assess and monitor program outcomes, ensuring academic goals are met and continuous improvement is a priority.Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with national academic support teams to drive strategies for student achievement, including curriculum delivery, compliance, and budget management.Ensure Compliance: Stay up-to-date with regulatory requirements and serve as a liaison between local, state, and national teams to ensure academic programs meet all compliance standards.Shape the Future: Lead the development of new programs, as well as the expansion of existing ones, to meet the evolving needs of nursing education.What You Bring:Proven leadership in academic nursing, with experience managing both faculty and student success.A commitment to student-centered education, with the ability to balance high standards with compassionate support.Strong track record of strategic planning and execution, especially in nursing education.Ability to mentor and inspire a diverse team while fostering collaboration across multiple departments.Expertise in curriculum design, faculty management, and program delivery with a focus on quality outcomes.Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements in nursing education.Additional Responsibilities:Develop and execute annual budgets for academic operations.Serve as a resource for faculty, students, and academic leaders.Represent Chamberlain University at professional events and in the community.Ensure compliance with all relevant state and regulatory agencies.Perform other duties as assigned.