Chief Nurse Administrator

Chief Nurse Administrator (CNA)

Siena University is seeking applicants for a Chief Nurse Administrator (CNA). This position provides effective leadership to the Baldwin Nursing Programs at Siena University in achieving its mission, goals, and expected program outcomes. The CNA is responsible for academic and administrative functions of the programs including curricular coordination, assessment, partnerships with educational and clinical partners, resource management, and recruitment support. This position serves as the official liaison between the University and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), and ensures programs remain aligned with CCNE Standards for Accreditation, AACN Essentials, and the New York State Education Department's professional requirements.

• Provide strategic vision for a young and growing department looking to add new programs.
• Provide administrative leadership on matters of budget, supervision of professional staff, partnership agreements, and resource allocation.
• Act as Siena's liaison to CCNE, partner schools, and regional and national professional nursing organizations.
• Lead efforts related to accreditation, annual reporting, and assessment processes.
• In collaboration with the Dean and/or the Chair, provide leadership and mentorship to faculty on matters of management and development of curriculum, faculty development and evaluation, and hiring and supervision of full‑time and adjunct faculty.
• Work with students on matters of academic standards and progression, complaints, degree completion and partner school experience.
• Support efforts related recruitment, marketing, and enrollment of nursing students.

• A doctoral degree in nursing from a regionally accredited program and institution
• A current unencumbered RN license with the ability to become a licensed nurse in the state of New York
• Record of faculty achievement commensurate with appointment to the rank of Associate Professor
• Demonstrated leadership experience as department chair, nursing program administrator, or as a significant contributor to institution‑level committees or initiatives.
• Commitment to the Caring Science model and Siena's Franciscan Mission
• Ability to successfully collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to identify, resolve, and consult on a wide variety of administrative and personnel issues

• Knowledge of, or experience with, accreditation processes and standards set by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
• Experience with supervision of professional staff, budget oversight, or other supervisory leadership functions
• Experience with the development, assessment, and oversight of nursing curriculum
• A demonstrated record of leading projects through to completion in a timely manner

Annual Salary Range: $140,

• Retirement plan contribution equal to 10% of compensation (after meeting eligibility requirements)
• Tuition reimbursement and exchange opportunities for eligible employees, spouses, and dependents
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Work schedule that includes half‑day Fridays in the summer and a generous holiday schedule, including up to two weeks off during winter break
• Complimentary breakfast on Thursdays in the dining hall, access to University community lectures and productions, complimentary University gym and library memberships, discounted and complimentary tickets to Siena Division I sporting events, and more.

Siena University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• A cover letter outlining how your leadership and experience reflect the qualifications identified, and the missions of Siena University and the Baldwin Nursing Programs
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for 3 professional references

For questions or further information, please contact Dr. Jesse Karr, Interim Nursing Department Chair, at jkarr.