Director, Nursing Programs
Job in
Pasadena, Los Angeles County, California, 91122, USA
Listing for:
Pasadena City College
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Healthcare Administration, Healthcare Management
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Management
Healthcare Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 USD Yearly
USD
100000.00
125000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Director, Nursing Programs
Pasadena City College
Salary: $ - $ Annually Management Association M-2
Job Type: Academic Administrator
Job Number: 09795
Location: Pasadena, CA
Department: Instruction
Closing Date: 3/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
The Director, Nursing Programs is a management position designated to assist the Division Dean of Health Sciences in maintaining the quality and integrity of the registered nursing instructional programs. The Director, Nursing Programs assures optimal operation of the District's nursing programs through the supervision of nursing program operations according to the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) program approval requirements for Associate Degree in Nursing pre-licensure programs.
This position is also responsible for maintaining program compliance with nursing accreditation agency standards.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Manages nursing program curricula and ensures compliance with Board of Registered Nursing guidelines and accreditation standards.Acts as primary liaison with licensing boards, consultants, and regulatory agencies; establish and maintain clinical agency relationships and contracts.Oversees and coordinates nursing program application and selection process.Chairs nursing faculty hiring committees, assisting with recruiting activities.Schedules nursing classes, labs, and clinical rotations.Addresses student issues, grievances, and petitions.Supports faculty evaluation, conflict resolution, and professional development.Ensures clinical site approvals and maintains required documentation.Implements strategies to improve retention and conducts exit interviews.Leads accreditation efforts and prepares reports for licensing and program reviews.Prepares and manages program and grant budgets; monitors expenditures and ensures compliance with district and state policies.Collaborates with campus leadership to procure grants to support nursing educational programs, including budget monitoring and expenditures.Reports known or likely fraud, illegal acts, violation of provisions of contracts or grant agreements to the appropriate parties.Participates in college governance and professional activities of the District.Advocates for the department, faculty, and students.Prepares the annual program plan with faculty input.Oversees related programs as assigned (e.g., Certified Nursing Assistant).Provides guidance and oversight to assistant program directors as needed to maintain program operations and compliance with BRN and program accreditation agency standards.Directly manage all aspects of employee lifecycle including recruitment, transfers, suspensions, layoffs, recalls, promotions, terminations, task assignments, performance evaluations, rewards, disciplinary actions, and grievance resolution, ensuring adherence to company policies and legal requirements.Performs other related duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Nursing including coursework in nursing education or administration or administration of educational programs.
- One year of experience in a nursing education administrative position, either as the program director or assistant director.
- Two years of in‑person teaching experience in pre‑or post‑licensure nursing programs.
- One year of experience in a clinical Registered Nursing role.
- Ability to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications to be approved as a Program Director by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND ABILITIESKNOWLEDGE
- Deep, working knowledge of the BRN's requirements for ADN pre‑licensure programs, including curriculum standards, faculty qualifications, clinical requirements, and reporting mandates.
SKILLS
- Skill in establishing, maintaining, and troubleshooting clinical site agreements and relationships with hospitals, long‑term care facilities, and community health partners.
ABILITIES
- Ability to maintain compliance with regional and national nursing accreditation standards.
- Capable of evaluating and improving curriculum to meet licensure expectations, evolving practice standards, and student performance benchmarks.
- Must ensure faculty qualifications meet BRN standards and provide support for…
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