Campus Dean, Nursing WCU

West Coast University; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Health savings accounts

Commuter benefits

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Job summary

West Coast University in Ontario, CA seeks a Campus Dean, Nursing to lead pre- and post-licensure programs, ensuring accreditation and student success. You will mentor faculty, manage budgets, and guide curriculum development.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or higher in nursing/administration, an active RN license in California, BRN approval as Assistant Program Director, and proven leadership. This is a full-time, on-site role offering a competitive California salary and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Must have a Master’s degree or higher in nursing, education or administration.
• Current unencumbered RN license in California and BRN approval as Assistant Program Director.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in planning and implementing pre- and post-licensure nursing programs.
• Lead program budgeting, outcomes assessment, and faculty supervision.
• Support teaching faculty and foster an innovative, student-centered environment.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Budgeting

Curriculum assessment

Faculty supervision

Teaching experience

Independent work

Education

Master's degree or higher

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Campus Dean, Nursing WCU

Ontario, California

Job ID: 2026-5702

Come care with us at West Coast University! As a Campus Dean, Nursing for a certified Great Place to Work, you will guide nursing students to do more than change their own lives – you will help change the lives of every patient they treat throughout their career in healthcare. At West Coast University you will have the opportunity to share your success story with the next generation of nurses as a key member of our student-centered, innovative community!

You will make an impact by:

• Providing leadership in managing, planning, and implementing comprehensive pre- and post-licensure nursing programs (including graduate level programs) for delivery in support of University, campus, and/or departmental goals in order to assure compliance with programmatic accreditation and/or licensure, internal consistency, and graduate outcomes that meet workplace and placement expectations.
• Leading programmatic budget preparation and fiscal administration, student-learning outcomes and participates in curriculum assessment, coordination and improvement, determination of teaching assignments, supervision and evaluation of faculty, design and operation of program facilities, and selection/coordination of program specific external facilities and instruction.
• Providing professional leadership and support for teaching faculty; serves as a mentor and facilitator for faculty assigned; and enables an environment that fosters creativity, responsiveness, and self-responsibility. If approved by the CA Board of Nursing as an Assistant Program Director, may be expected to assume program director responsibility for California campuses in the absence of the College Dean/Program Director.

Your Experience Includes:

• General Requirements: Leadership knowledge in the program field to cultivate a learner-centered environment and to foster excellence.
• Knowledge in technological support and delivery of program area and services.
• Knowledge and evidence of strong leadership, supervisory and management skills as applicable to specialized program area.
• Knowledge of state, federal and local laws/regulations relating to programs, governmental compliance and other regulatory standards such as Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) or other nursing accrediting agencies, e.g., CCNE,WSCUC, and other accreditation standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, without need of significant support staff.
• Experience with MS Office.
• Knowledge of applicable databases and computer application systems to supply the most accurate information, reports and projections.
• Program Specific Requirements: State of California Board of Registered Nursing:
  • Must have a minimum of one year's experience in an administrative position.
  • Must have a minimum of two year's prior experience teaching in pre- or post-licensure registered nursing programs.
  • Must have at least one year's experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care or equivalent experience and/or education, as determined by the Board of Registered Nursing.

Education:

• Master's or higher degree from an accredited college or university, which includes course work in nursing, education or administration, required
• License & Certification: State of California Board of Registered Nursing Requirements:
  • Current unencumbered Registered Nurse License required.
  • Must have approval by the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) as Assistant Program Director prior to assuming the role of Campus Director of Nursing.

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Do you want a career that allows you to make a difference in other people’s lives? Discover what it means to truly believe in the work that you do at West Coast University.

At West Coast University, we have the privilege of educating students seeking careers in healthcare and guide them through their transformational journey from student to caregiver. Our associates are united behind that purpose and share a deep commitment to our values of teamwork, collegiality, transparency, and a student-centric approach to all we do. This focus creates an aligned, nimble, and consensus-driven culture that is solution-oriented and supports our associates’ professional growth.

West Coast University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) match, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, health savings accounts, employee discounts, commuter benefits, and company paid life, AD&D and LTD insurance.

Primary Location: Ontario, California

Campus: WCU Ontario Campus

Function: Management

CA Salary: $154,839.90 - $224,555.45 Salary is dependent on experience and education