Chair & Head, School of Nursing

METHODIST UNIVERSITY INC•Fayetteville, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Head of the School of Nursing, you will lead Methodist University’s growing nursing programs, including Pre‑licensure BSN, RN‑to‑BSN, DNP, and any future degrees. You oversee curriculum, accreditation and compliance, faculty development, student success, clinical partnerships, scholarship, and participation in institutional governance—ensuring full alignment with NC Board of Nursing requirements and CCNE accreditation standards.

Requirements

Earned doctoral degree (e.g., DNP, PhD) in Nursing or related discipline.
Current, unencumbered RN licensure in North Carolina and eligibility for NC BON program leadership oversight.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in nursing education leadership (e.g., curriculum development, accreditation management, and/or chair/director role).
Evidence of collaborative leadership and teaching excellence.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CCNE-accredited undergraduate nursing programs.
Demonstrated scholarly work in nursing education, leadership, or clinical practice.
Established partnerships with clinical agencies in southeast North Carolina.
Certification as nurse educator (CNE) or healthcare simulation educator (CHSE) preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide vision and leadership in developing all nursing program offerings in accordance with regulatory and accreditation bodies.
Recruit, supervise and mentor nursing faculty, staff and clinical instructors; foster professional development.
Lead faculty governance, strategic planning, budgeting, and school-level initiatives.
Collaborate with fellow program directors and chairs within the College of Health Sciences and Human Services (CHSHS) to promote and implement interprofessional educational opportunities.
Direct ongoing curriculum evaluation, mapping, and revision to align with professional and regulatory standards.
Monitor key program outcomes (NCLEX pass rates, retention, remediation, graduate outcomes) and submit required reports to regulatory agencies.
Coordinate CCNE self-studies, annual reports, and site visits.
Oversee program budget, develop funding proposals, and support simulation resource acquisition.
Collaborate with institutional advancement to secure grants or support aligned with strategic goals.
Oversee and maintain clinical affiliation agreements, including for Dedicated Education Units (DEUs) with partner systems.
Ensure clinical hours, preceptor assignments, and simulation
Support orientation and transition programs for first‑degree and RN‑to‑BSN students.
Advise students on progression, academic planning, and professional development.
Teach in area(s) of clinical expertise within nursing curriculum (didactic, simulation, and clinical) courses.
Maintain an active record of scholarship (peer-reviewed publications, presentations, or innovations) in nursing education.
Represent the program in professional nursing and academic organizations, foster community and clinical partnerships.
Serve on university-level committees, advising boards, accreditation task forces, and regional health education initiatives.