Director Nursing VNPN

Concorde Career Colleges, Inc.•Houston, TX

27d•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. In addition to joining an organization with an outstanding mission, here is a glimpse of some of our amazing benefits - Tuition Waiver Flexible Time Off Retirement Matching Paid Parental Leave Competitive Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Long/Short-term Disability Life Insurance Pet Insurance Health Plan Enrollment

Requirements

Licensure - Active and Unencumbered Texas Registered Nurse License
Education - Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN); Master of Science Degree (MSN) strongly preferred
Experience - Five (5) or more years of registered nursing experience; over one (1+) year of nursing leadership experience
Must have academic nursing leadership experience
Experience with nursing accreditation processes and compliance requirements
Expertise in adult education, including teaching methodologies, curriculum development, and curriculum evaluation
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

Master of Science Degree (MSN) strongly 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.