Director School of Nursing

Position Summary

The Director, Practical Nurse (PN) Program is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational management, and regulatory oversight of Griffin Hospital-based Practical Nursing Program. This role ensures the delivery of a high-quality, clinically integrated nursing education program aligned with hospital workforce needs, accreditation standards, and state regulatory requirements. The Director serves as the administrative and academic leader, accountable for program outcomes, faculty performance, student success, and integration of clinical practice within the healthcare system. This role is critical in advancing a hospital-based pipeline of practice-ready LPNs, supporting workforce development and patient care excellence.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports To: VP Patient Care Services / Chief Nursing Officer
• Direct Reports: Nursing faculty, clinical coordinator(s), administrative support staff
• Key Collaborators: Nursing leadership, clinical unit leaders, HR, academic partners, regulatory agencies

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) required. Doctorate preferred.
• Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license (Connecticut or eligible).
• Experience: Minimum 5 years clinical nursing experience, 2–3 years teaching experience in nursing education, Progressive leadership or administrative experience.

Key Competencies

• Strategic leadership and program development
• Knowledge of nursing education regulations and accreditation standards
• Curriculum design and evaluation
• Faculty and team leadership
• Operational and project management skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
• Data-driven decision making

Performance Metrics

• NCLEX-PN pass rates
• Student retention and graduation rates
• Program enrollment growth
• Accreditation status and outcomes
• Faculty engagement and retention