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Program Director to lead its Vocational Nursing (VN) Program

Stanbridge University
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2025

Stanbridge University is seeking an experienced, mission-driven Program Director to lead its Vocational Nursing (VN) Program. The Program Director will provide visionary leadership, ensure academic excellence, and uphold compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards. This role is critical in shaping the next generation of licensed vocational nurses through innovative education, student-centered leadership, and dedicated faculty mentorship.

Essential Functions:

·  Oversee the planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the Vocational Nursing program.

·  Ensure the program adheres to the regulations set by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT) and other accrediting agencies.

·  Recruit, supervise, mentor, and evaluate program faculty to ensure effective instruction and alignment with curriculum standards.

·  Lead curriculum design, updates, and assessments to maintain relevance and rigor in alignment with industry standards and licensing requirements.

·  Monitor student performance metrics (retention, completion, and licensure pass rates) and implement interventions to support student outcomes.

·  Support and ensure quality clinical placements in collaboration with clinical partners and the clinical coordination team.

·  Collaborate with university leadership on program budgeting and allocation of instructional resources.

·  Prepare required reports and documentation for BVNPT and other accrediting bodies; lead site visit readiness efforts.

·  Represent the program in professional communities, conferences, and with clinical partners to enhance visibility and collaboration.

Qualifications:

·  Must hold a current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of California.

·  Bachelor’s degree from a BVNPT-approved school required; Master’s degree in nursing, education, or administration preferred.

·  Minimum of  four (4)years of experience as a Registered Nurse.

·  At least one (1) year must be within the last five (5) years in teaching or clinical supervision (or a combination thereof) in a state-approved vocational, practical, psychiatric technician, or registered nursing program, or

·  A minimum of three (3) years in nursing administration or nursing education within the last five years.

·  Professional Preparation: Completion of coursework in administration, teaching, and curriculum development from an approved school.

·  Proven leadership ability, excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and a commitment to student success and faculty development.

Conditions of Employment:

·  The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

·  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be physically present in the office.

·  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

·  Employment verification will be conducted to verify the minimum years of practical work experience required by our accreditors.

·  All employment offers are contingent upon completion of a background check.

Work Environment:

·  Standard office/classroom/lab or clinical setting.

·  Typically, duties are performed in an office/classroom/Lab/clinical setting environment while sitting at a desk or computer workstation.

·  Work environment may include skills lab or bedside environments as required by program.

·  An incumbent is subject to contact with others, frequent interruptions, noise from talking or office equipment and demanding timelines.

Physical Demands:

·  The incumbent regularly sits for extended periods.

·  Physical ability to perform the duties as assigned to the program or department.

·  Proficient in operating electronic keyboards and other office machines.

·  Effective verbal communication skills in answering telephones and providing information with clarity and distinctness.

·  Ability to read fine print and operate computers with precision.

·  Ability to understand voices over the telephone and in person.

·  Able to lift, carry, and/or move objects weighing between 10-25 pounds as needed.

Benefits:

·  Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

·  Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

·  Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

·  Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

·  Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

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