Assistant Director, Vocational Nursing (Evenings/Weekends)
About the Role
Stanbridge University is seeking an Assistant Director, Vocational Nursing (Evenings/Weekends) to play a key leadership role in scaling and strengthening our Vocational Nursing (VN) program. This position has a direct impact on faculty performance, curriculum delivery, clinical partnerships, and student outcomes, with focused responsibility for ensuring evening and weekend cohorts meet the same high standards of excellence as our daytime offerings. This role serves as the operational lead for evening and weekend cohorts, partnering closely with the Program Director on academic quality, faculty performance, and program outcomes. This is a full-time position requiring regular on-site presence during evening and weekend program hours.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of the VN program, with emphasis on evening and weekend cohorts
- Assist in managing faculty schedules, course planning, and instructional resource allocation
- Ensure timely completion of grading, evaluations, and required reporting li>Recruit, onboard, train, and evaluate instructional faculty
- Provide coaching and performance feedback to ensure instructional excellence
- Promote active learning strategies and effective use of ATI resources
- Monitor student performance and implement intervention strategies to support retention and completion
- Ensure consistency in instructional quality across cohorts
- Provide feedback during weekend clinicals on student progress and learning environment
- Ensure compliance with BVNPT regulations and accreditation standards
- Coordinate clinical placements and maintain strong relationships with clinical partners
- Manage program data collection, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts
- Maintain clear communication with clinical sites to ensure all student requirements are met
Qualifications
- Licensure: Current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
- Education: Bachelor's degree from a BVNPT-approved school required; Master's degree in nursing, education, or administration preferred
- Experience:
- Minimum of three (3) years as a Registered Nurse
- At least one (1) year of teaching or clinical supervision in a state-approved nursing program (VN or RN), within the last five (5) years; or
- Three (3) years in nursing administration or education within the last five (5) years
- Professional Preparation: Coursework in administration, teaching, and curriculum development from an approved school
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with evening, weekend, or non-traditional student populations
- Experience managing faculty schedules across multiple cohorts or shifts
- Experience with ATI or similar nursing education platforms
Skills
- Strong organizational and operational management skills
- Effective communication and collaborative leadership style
- Ability to drive program outcomes and support student achievement
Pay
This role offers a competitive salary range of $110,000-$125,000 annually, with final compensation determined based on education, experience, and internal equity considerations, including leadership experience in accredited nursing programs.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k)
- Exciting university events
- Seasonal health and wellness initiatives
- Work/Life Balance programs
- Onsite wellness program
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Conditions of Employment: A job-related assessment may be required during the interview process. Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be physically present in the office. Employment verification will be conducted to validate work experience. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and submission of official transcripts. Degrees earned outside the U.S. must be evaluated by a recognized credential evaluation service. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Work Environment: Standard office, classroom, lab, or clinical setting. Duties may include time in skills labs or bedside environments. Subject to frequent interruptions, noise, and demanding timelines.
Physical Demands: Regularly sits for extended periods. Proficient in using electronic keyboards and office equipment. Effective verbal communication. Ability to lift 10-25 pounds as needed.