Vice President of Health Sciences

NATIONAL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY•Orlando, FL

21d

About The Position

NUC University is in search of a visionary Vice President of Health Sciences to serve as the senior academic and operational leader for all Health Sciences programs, including Nursing, Allied Health, and Health Professions. This executive is accountable for educational quality, regulatory compliance, program innovation, and student success across multiple campuses in Florida and Puerto Rico. The VP will ensure that programs deliver measurable student outcomes, licensure excellence, and workforce relevance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. The VP provides strategic direction across multiple campuses in Florida and Puerto Rico and must be bilingual (English/Spanish) to support teams, regulatory partners, and accreditation needs in both regions.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Nursing
Minimum 3 years in a VP-level role within Health Sciences or Nursing
Must be able to communicate effectively in English and Spanish
Proven success in improving retention, licensure outcomes, and program performance
Expertise in accreditation (ACEN, CCNE, state boards) and multi-campus operations
Strong background in clinical education, simulation labs, and placement systems
Experience implementing national online programs in nursing and allied health
Strategic leadership and innovation mindset
Regulatory and accreditation expertise
Data-driven decision-making and KPI management
Proficiency in LMS (Canvas), SIS/ERP (Campus Nexus), clinical tracking platforms, simulation systems, and Microsoft tools (Excel, Power BI)

Responsibilities

Develop and launch high-demand Health Sciences programs informed by labor market trends and licensure requirements
Ensure alignment with accreditation standards (ACEN, CIE, FBON, MSCHE) and regulatory frameworks
Expand offerings through online and competency-based education models
Maintain curriculum relevance through systematic review and revision
Strengthen clinical affiliations and employer partnerships to support student placement and licensure success
Implement retention strategies, early-alert systems, and academic intervention plans
Oversee remediation, tutoring, and clinical progression to reduce attrition
Monitor dashboards for student progression and risk indicators; lead data-driven reviews
Drive improvements in NCLEX and allied health certification pass rates
Ensure curricula, clinical hours, and simulation labs meet industry standards
Prepare for regulatory site visits, audits, and accreditation reviews
Supervise leadership teams managing faculty, program chairs, and clinical coordinators
Ensure faculty meet KPIs for grading timeliness, attendance posting, and proactive outreach
Lead recruitment and succession planning for qualified faculty (MSN, BSN, and allied health instructors)
Oversee clinical placement systems (MyClinicalExchange, CastleBranch) and ensure compliance with site requirements
Manage multi-campus operations, including labs, simulation centers, and clinical logistics
Ensure adherence to state boards, accreditors, and programmatic approvals
Utilize LMS analytics, ERP/SIS data, and AI-supported tools to enhance student success
Lead implementation of new academic technologies and continuous improvement cycles

Benefits

Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
Pre-tax Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, and Health Savings Accounts
12 Paid Holidays / Paid Time Off / Paid Volunteer Day
401[k] Retirement Savings Program with 50% Employer Matching
Short-Term Disability Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance Options
Growth Opportunities / Education Assistance and Professional Development Benefits
Group Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Talent Referral Program
TicketsatWork - Discount Entertainment Program
Enjoy a paid day off on your birthday (available to full-time employees after two years)