Chair, Graduate Nursing Programs - Accreditation

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

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