Chief Nurse Administrator

Primary Responsibilities

• Leads development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of all nursing programs (BSN, MSN, FNP, DNP).
• Ensures alignment of curriculum, assessment, and outcomes with institutional mission and accreditation standards.
• Oversees accreditation, regulatory compliance, and reporting processes.
• Advances innovation and strategic program growth.
• Recruits, mentors, evaluates, and develops full-time and adjunct faculty.
• Oversees faculty review, rank and tenure processes, and professional development.
• Fosters a collegial, accountable, and mission-aligned faculty culture.
• Appoints and supervises program directors and academic leadership.
• Promotes recruitment, retention, persistence, and graduation.
• Pairs with faculty and staff to strengthen advising and student support systems.
• Adds to the environment that supports professional and personal formation.
• Develops and manages program budgets in collaboration with university leadership.
• Allocates faculty workload and resources effectively and equitably.
• Supports institutional planning, assessment, and accreditation efforts.
• Maintains accurate catalog, scheduling, and program records.
• Serves as a key academic leader within the University.
• Collaborates with Enrollment and Marketing to support program growth and sustainability.
• Partners across academic and student life divisions to enhance student outcomes.
• Communicates effectively across the institution.
• Develops and sustains relationships with healthcare organizations and community partners.
• Represents the University in professional, state, regional, and national settings.
• Promotes the strength and visibility of nursing programs.

Qualifications

• Earned Doctorate in Nursing (or related discipline)
• Minimum four years of academic leadership experience
• Minimum four years teaching in accredited nursing programs
• Demonstrated knowledge of accreditation and regulatory standards
• Current RN licensure (Idaho or eligibility for licensure)

Preferred Attributes

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
• Experience with budgeting, assessment, and data-informed decision-making
• Entrepreneurial mindset for program growth
• High emotional intelligence and relational leadership

Key Competencies & Dispositions

• Strategic leadership and execution
• Faculty development and team building
• Accreditation and regulatory expertise
• Student-centered decision making
• Collaborative leadership across the institution