Dean of Health Professions Division

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic vision and academic leadership for undergraduate nursing and other healthcare programs.
• Lead curriculum development, review, and continuous improvement to ensure student success.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty and staff within the Health Professions Division.
• Ensure compliance with state board of nursing requirements and professional accreditation standards.
• Manage accreditation self-studies and annual reporting in collaboration with institutional effectiveness teams.
• Monitor licensure outcomes, such as NCLEX-RN pass rates, and implement improvement strategies.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with healthcare systems and clinical sites to expand placement opportunities.
• Collaborate with admissions and student success teams to support recruitment, retention, and graduation rates.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate in nursing or a related field (PhD, DNP, or equivalent).
• Current unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility for licensure in the state.
• 5-7 years of administrative experience in higher education.
• Experience with online and hybrid delivery formats.
• Proven experience leading accreditation processes (e.g., CCNE or ACEN).
• Experience with program development or expansion.
• Demonstrated success in building healthcare partnerships and clinical placement networks.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

About the Company

New England College provides a liberal arts education that prepares students for success in a dynamic world. The Health Professions Division focuses on preparing graduates who are clinically competent, culturally responsive, and ready for the evolving healthcare environment.