Assistant Director of Nursing, VN Program

Stanbridge University•Alhambra, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Stanbridge University is seeking an experienced, collaborative Assistant Director of Nursing for its Vocational Nursing (VN) Program. The role partners closely with the Director of Nursing to support program operations, faculty performance, curriculum implementation, and student outcomes. At the assigned campus, the Assistant Director helps maintain academic quality, regulatory compliance, and a strong student learning environment. The position contributes to faculty effectiveness and student success while collaborating with centralized administration and peer campuses as needed. The Assistant Director supports daily program operations, student advisement, and clinical education oversight; helps guide faculty recruitment, development, evaluation, and effective instruction; and assists with curriculum development and evaluation in alignment with BVNPT and institutional standards. The role monitors student progression, supports retention, completion, and licensure outcomes, and promotes effective use of ATI resources to support NCLEX readiness. It also supports regulatory and accreditation compliance, including preparation of reports and documentation and review of program materials for accuracy. The position is performed in a standard office, classroom, lab, or clinical setting. Duties are typically performed while sitting at a desk or computer workstation and may include time in skills labs or bedside environments. The work may involve frequent interruptions, noise, and demanding timelines. Employees must be physically present in the office unless otherwise noted. A job-related assessment may be required during the interview process. Employment offers are contingent on a background check; official transcripts are required before hire, and degrees earned outside the United States must be evaluated by a recognized credential evaluation service. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; the University does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university, with coursework in nursing, education, or administration.
Current, active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in California (BRN).
At least 3 years of leadership experience in a nursing education program or related discipline.
At least 3 years of experience as full-time faculty in a pre- or post-licensure nursing program.
At least 1 year of experience teaching in an online or hybrid learning environment.
At least 4 years of continuous full-time experience, or equivalent, as a Registered Nurse providing direct patient care within the past 5 years.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Effective organizational and time management skills in a deadline-driven environment.
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage competing responsibilities.
Collaborative leadership style and strong interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment-based immigration sponsorship is not provided.
Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily and be physically present in the office unless otherwise noted.
Able to sit for extended periods, use electronic keyboards and office equipment, communicate effectively by phone and in person, read fine print, operate computers, and understand voices clearly.
Able to lift, carry, and/or move objects weighing 10–25 pounds as needed.
Successful completion of a background check is required; official transcripts are required before hire.
Foreign degrees must be evaluated by a recognized credential evaluation service to determine U.S. degree equivalency and applicable coursework.

Responsibilities

Support and coordinate daily VN program operations, including student advisement and clinical education oversight.
Partner with the Director to align program activities with program goals, institutional priorities, and accreditation standards.
Contribute to continuous program evaluation and improvement initiatives.
Support faculty recruitment, onboarding, development, and evaluation in accordance with institutional and accreditation guidelines.
Guide and support faculty to promote effective instruction and student engagement.
Promote collaboration, accountability, and instructional excellence.
Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum in alignment with BVNPT and institutional standards.
Support shared governance processes related to curriculum updates and improvements.
Ensure consistency and quality across course delivery and clinical instruction.
Monitor student performance and progression.
Support strategies to improve student retention, completion, and licensure outcomes.
Promote effective use of ATI resources across the curriculum to support NCLEX readiness and continuous improvement.
Ensure program adherence to institutional policies and accreditation requirements.
Support preparation of reports, documentation, and communications with accrediting agencies.
Monitor program materials and publications for compliance and accuracy.