Director Nursing-LVN Program

Concorde Career Colleges, Inc. • Atlanta, GA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Nursing (VNPN) leads and manages the Vocational Nursing/Practical Nursing programs to maintain high educational standards, compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements, positive student outcomes, and efficient operation of all activities of the department. This role requires strong leadership skills to oversee program development, faculty management, and student success initiatives.

Requirements

• Active and unencumbered RN licensure in the state of GA
• Master's Degree Required
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience highly preferred
• Teaching at a LVN level or higher highly preferred
• 4 years of clinical experience required
• Active and unencumbered RN licensure in the state of GA
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with students, faculty, and external partners
• Skilled in conflict resolution and problem-solving to address challenges effectively
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills to support program objectives
• Able to lead diverse teams and foster a collaborative environment
• Ability to develop and assess curriculum to meet industry and student needs
• Ability to leverage technology and teaching tools to enhance learning experiences
• Able and willing to: Communicate, think, learn, and reason
• Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasks
• Safely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locations
• Demonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibility
• Ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously
• Ability to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the position
• Ability to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience highly preferred
• Teaching at a LVN level or higher highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and strategies to align the Nursing Program with accreditation, state, and federal regulations
• Collaborate with academic leadership to design and update curriculum to meet industry standards and evolving healthcare practices
• Conduct regular program reviews and evaluations to maintain quality and identify opportunities for improvement
• Monitor and maintain compliance with state boards of nursing and accrediting agencies, submitting reports and documentation as required
• Participate in the recruitment and selection of faculty for employment and in developing strategies for faculty retention and promotion
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance evaluations to faculty members to support their professional growth
• Organize faculty meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to promote excellence in teaching
• Oversee student admissions, progression, and retention processes, fostering an environment that supports academic and personal growth
• Monitor student performance, address concerns, and implement interventions to support successful outcomes
• Serve as a resource and advocate for students, addressing questions, concerns, and appeals.
• Attend all pinning and graduation ceremonies as scheduled by the campus
• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and resource allocation
• Build and maintain relationships with clinical sites, coordinating clinical placements and partnerships
• Collaborate with marketing and admissions teams to promote the Nursing Program and support recruitment efforts
• Prepare for and participate in audits, site visits, and accreditation reviews
• Act as a liaison between the Nursing Program and external stakeholders, including clinical partners, professional organizations, and community groups
• Represent the program in institutional and external meetings, promoting its mission and goals
• Establish/maintain a high performance team of professional, motivated and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metrics.
• Recognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses
• Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible)
• Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days
• Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
• Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
• Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director