Dean College of Nursing

George Fox University's College of Nursing is seeking a collaborative individual skilled in administration and leadership to serve as their Dean.

The Dean of the College of Nursing serves as the chief academic and administrative officer for the College of Nursing. Providing strategic vision, executive leadership, and operational oversight, the Dean leads undergraduate and graduate nursing programs. The Dean is responsible for maintaining academic standards, fostering faith integration, clinical excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving the growth and reputation of the nursing programs

• Academic Leadership & Vision:
  • Providing strategic direction for undergraduate and graduate programs. Driving curriculum development, program quality, and ensuring the "Be Known" promise is reflected across student-faculty interactions.
• Regulatory & Accreditation Compliance:
  • Ensuring all nursing programs maintain compliance with the standards of the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Leading site visits, self-studies, and accreditation reporting.
• Faculty & Staff Management:
  • Recruiting, mentoring, and evaluating faculty and staff. Cultivating an academic environment focused on faith integration, teaching, and clinical excellence.
• Administrative & Financial Stewardship:
  • Overseeing budgeting, resource allocation, and departmental administration. Leading departmental meetings and attending academic and operational leadership administrative meetings as necessary to effectively lead the College of Nursing.
• External Engagement & Partnerships:
  • Serve as the primary representative for the College of Nursing. Cultivate relationships with clinical partners, healthcare organizations, and external stakeholders to support student clinical placements and programmatic growth.
• Attending and participating on the Dean Team within the Division of Health and Behavioral Sciences.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross-culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

• An earned doctorate from an accredited institution.
• Obtained or are eligible for unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Oregon, with active licensure required within three months of hire.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in higher education nursing programs with expertise spanning BSN and DNP tracks.
• Proven experience managing CCNE accreditation and state board compliance processes.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
• A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

• Primary
  
  Work Location:
  
  Newberg and Portland Campus
• Working Conditions:
  
  Physical requirements are similar to those of teaching and clinical environments.
• Supervisor:
  Academic Vice President, Graduate Health Programs and Colleges of Health & Behavioral Science

• Faith-centered:
  Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating Biblical scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian:
  As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling:
  You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip…