Chair, Graduate Nursing Programs

American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN); Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

La Salle University in Philadelphia seeks a distinguished academic leader to serve as Chair of the School of Nursing and Health Sciences graduate programs (MSN, PGC, DNP). The role combines teaching responsibilities with strategic leadership to ensure academic excellence and student success.

The ideal candidate will ensure CCNE accreditation compliance, oversee curriculum development, and drive the launch and accreditation of new post-licensure programs, while mentoring faculty and advancing

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in nursing or an appropriate discipline from an accredited institution.
• Current RN license in Pennsylvania or multistate license.
• Current CRNP licensure in Pennsylvania.
• National certification as a nurse practitioner (FNP preferred).
• Minimum of five years of recent classroom and clinical experience.
• Program oversight/leadership experience in higher education.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Evidence of scholarship, other than doctoral dissertation, e.g., publications, presentations, grantsmanship.
• Participation in School/University Committees.
• Participation in professional organizations at local, state or national levels.

Responsibilities

• Assume the position of Chair and teach graduate courses in the program.
• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for graduate nursing programs.
• Ensure compliance with CCNE accreditation standards and PA BON regulations; lead preparation and submission of reports.
• Oversee curriculum design, implementation, and continuous improvement.
• Direct the launch and accreditation of new post-licensure programs.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty to foster a collaborative environment.
• Monitor student outcomes including retention, graduation rates, and national certification pass rates.
• Work closely with the Dean of the SONHS as part of a team of chairs and program directors.
• Represent the department on University committees and initiatives.
• Establish relationships with healthcare organizations and community partners for clinical placements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Scholarship/grantsmanship

Committee involvement

Professional organizations

Education

Doctoral degree in nursing or related field

Job description

Description

The School of Nursing and Health Sciences offers an exciting opportunity to join our growing graduate programs, MSN, PGC, and DNP.

• The successful candidate will be expected to assume the position of Chair and perform teaching responsibilities within the graduate program.
• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for graduate nursing programs to ensure academic excellence and student success.
• Ensure full compliance with CCNE accreditation standards and PA BON regulations, lead preparation and submission of all required reports.
• Oversee curriculum design, implementation, and continuous improvement aligned with accreditation standards and evolving healthcare needs.
• Direct the launch and accreditation of new post-licensure programs.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty to foster a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
• Monitor and improve student outcomes including retention, graduation rates, and national certification exam pass rates.
• Teach graduate nursing courses as assigned.
• Work closely with the Dean of the School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SONHS) as an integral part of a dedicated team of chairs and program directors.
• Represent the department on University committees and initiatives.
• Establish and maintain relationships with healthcare organizations and community partners to support clinical placements and professional opportunities for students.

Description

The School of Nursing and Health Sciences offers an exciting opportunity to join our growing graduate programs, MSN, PGC, and DNP.

• The successful candidate will be expected to assume the position of Chair and perform teaching responsibilities within the graduate program.
• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for graduate nursing programs to ensure academic excellence and student success.
• Ensure full compliance with CCNE accreditation standards and PA BON regulations, lead preparation and submission of all required reports.
• Oversee curriculum design, implementation, and continuous improvement aligned with accreditation standards and evolving healthcare needs.
• Direct the launch and accreditation of new post-licensure programs.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty to foster a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
• Monitor and improve student outcomes including retention, graduation rates, and national certification exam pass rates.
• Teach graduate nursing courses as assigned.
• Work closely with the Dean of the School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SONHS) as an integral part of a dedicated team of chairs and program directors.
• Represent the department on University committees and initiatives.
• Establish and maintain relationships with healthcare organizations and community partners to support clinical placements and professional opportunities for students.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Other related duties as assigned by the Dean of SONHS.

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in nursing or an appropriate discipline from an accredited institution.
• Current registered nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania or multistate license.
• Current certified registered nurse practitioner (CRNP) licensure in Pennsylvania.
• Current national certification as a nurse practitioner, FNP preferred.
• A minimum of five years of recent classroom and clinical experience.
• Program oversight and/or leadership experience in higher education.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Evidence of scholarship, other than doctoral dissertation, which may be demonstrated by contributions to the professional literature, presentations at national, state, or local meetings and/or grantsmanship.
• Participation in School and/or University Committees.
• Participation in professional organizations at local, state or national levels.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chair or Director.
• Prior experience with program and curriculum development.
• Experience working with nursing accrediting and licensing bodies.

Posted On 10/20/2026 Job Type Other School/Institution La Salle University Job Location Philadelphia, PA