Chair & Head, School of Nursing

Department / School:
School of Nursing, College of Health Sciences & Human Services, Methodist University

Position Reports To: Dean, College of Health
Sciences & Human Services

Position Anticipated Start Date: August 1, 2027

Position Summary

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.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Leadership & Academic Governance

• 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.

Curriculum, Accreditation & Regulatory Compliance

• 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.

Administrative & Resource Management

• Oversee program budget, develop funding proposals, and support simulation resource
  acquisition.
• Collaborate with institutional advancement to secure grants or support aligned with strategic goals.

Clinical Partnerships & Practice Coordination

• Oversee and maintain clinical affiliation agreements, including for Dedicated
  Education Units (DEUs) with partner systems.
• Ensure clinical hours, preceptor assignments, and simulation

Teaching &
Student Advising

• 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.

Scholarship, Professional Engagement & Service

• 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.

Working Conditions

• Full-time faculty workload with responsibilities in teaching, administration, scholarship, and service.
• Supervisory
  responsibility for full-time faculty, clinical instructors, and support staff.
• Availability for occasional evening/weekend
  commitments tied to accreditation visits, clinical site oversight, or department events.

Application Instructions

Submit materials-including CV, cover letter addressing leadership experience, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information
for three references-via Methodist University's online application portal.

Qualifications

Required

• 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.

Preferred

• 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.