Director of Nursing

Umpqua Community College (UCC) is seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Nursing to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the College's Nursing programs. This position serves as the academic and administrative leader responsible for advancing program excellence, ensuring accreditation and regulatory compliance, supporting faculty success, and preparing students to meet the evolving healthcare needs of our communities.

This is an exciting time to join UCC as the College transforms the future of healthcare education in Douglas County. UCC is building a new front door to campus and a hub for medical training- a welcoming, service-focused space designed to connect students with educational opportunities, strengthen healthcare partnerships, and expand pathways into high-demand healthcare careers.

The Director of Nursing will play a critical role in shaping the future of this initiative by providing leadership for Nursing programs, fostering innovative learning experiences, strengthening clinical partnerships, and ensuring graduates are prepared to serve the healthcare needs of our region.

The successful candidate will bring a passion for nursing education, a commitment to student success, and the leadership experience necessary to guide programs through continued growth, innovation, and excellence.

• Hold at least a master's degree in nursing with documentation of preparation and/or experience in curriculum and teaching; and
• Have at least five years of nursing experience, of which three years shall have been in a nurse educator or administrative position in a nursing education program
• Successful completion of a criminal history clearance
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS card by start date
• Proficiency with instructional and industry technology within 6 months (i.e. word processing, e-mail, learning management system, digital and social media)