Chief Nurse Administrator

Chief Nurse Administrator (CNA)

Siena University is seeking a Chief Nurse Administrator to lead the Baldwin Nursing Programs. The role provides effective leadership to achieve the program’s mission, goals, and expected outcomes. Responsibilities include academic and administrative functions such as curricular coordination, assessment, partnership development, resource management, and recruitment support. The CNA serves as the official liaison between the University and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and ensures alignment with CCNE Standards for Accreditation, AACN Essentials, and New York State Department of Education requirements.

• Provide strategic vision for a young and growing department expanding into new programs.
• Lead administrative matters including budget, supervision of professional staff, partnership agreements, and resource allocation.
• Act as Siena’s liaison to CCNE, partner schools, and national nursing organizations.
• Oversee accreditation, annual reporting, and assessment processes.
• Collaborate with the Dean and/or Chair to mentor faculty on curriculum development, faculty evaluation, hiring, and full‑time/adjunct supervision.
• Work with students on academic standards, progression, complaints, degree completion, and partner school experience.
• Support recruitment, marketing, and enrollment of nursing students.

• A doctoral degree in nursing from a regionally accredited program.
• A current, unencumbered RN license or eligibility to obtain one in New York.
• Record of faculty achievement commensurate with the rank of Associate Professor.
• Demonstrated leadership experience as department chair, nursing program administrator, or a significant contributor to institutional committees or initiatives.
• Commitment to the Caring Science model and Siena’s Franciscan Mission.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Skill in identifying, resolving, and consulting on a broad range of administrative and personnel issues.

• Knowledge of or experience with accreditation processes and CCNE standards.
• Experience supervising professional staff, overseeing budgets, or other supervisory leadership functions.
• Experience developing, assessing, and overseeing nursing curriculum.
• Demonstrated record of leading projects to timely completion.

Annual Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000 (University good‑faith estimate).

• Retirement plan contribution equal to 10% of compensation after eligibility requirements are met.
• Tuition reimbursement and exchange opportunities for employees, spouses, and dependents.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Work schedule with half‑day Fridays in the summer and an expanded holiday schedule, including up to two weeks off during winter break.
• Complimentary breakfast on Thursdays, access to university lectures and productions, and free gym and library memberships.
• Discounts and complimentary tickets to Siena Division I sporting events.

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.

Electronic submission through Interview Exchange is required. A complete application must include:

• 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 three professional references.

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