Dean of Nursing

Eastern Florida State College; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Florida State College in Melbourne, FL seeks a full-time Dean of Nursing on the Melbourne Campus. The Dean leads nursing programs, provides administrative oversight, and manages grants to advance student success.

The role requires a doctoral or equivalent, an active RN license, and at least three years of collegiate teaching experience, with a commitment to equal access and regional healthcare outreach.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing from a regionally accredited institution (Doctorate or equivalent preferred).
• Current active RN license.
• Minimum of three years teaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Fingerprinting and substance screening required; fees paid by candidate.
• Commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and implement the College’s nursing programs.
• Provide administrative oversight and stewardship of grants and gifts.
• Establish and maintain community outreach with regional healthcare partners.
• Report to the AVP for Academic Affairs to support student learning and success.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Equal access commitment

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Doctorate or equivalent preferred

Job description

Eastern Florida State College is currently seeking applications for the full-time position of Dean of Nursing on the Melbourne Campus in Melbourne, Florida.

Salary & Benefit

The salary is competitive and considers credentials and experience. Successful internal candidates for external job postings should be aware that their current salary does not transfer to the new position. Full-time employees of Eastern Florida State College receive fringe benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Position Concept

The Dean of Nursing is responsible for leading, developing and implementing the College’s nursing programs. This position provides administrative oversight and stewarding of annual grants/gifts. The Dean is responsible for establishing and maintaining community outreach with regional healthcare leaders and organizations. The Dean reports directly to the AVP for Academic Affairs to support and promote the quality of student learning and success.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in nursing field (Doctorate or equivalent preferred).
• Must hold a current/active RN license.
• A minimum of three-years teaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Valid Florida Motor Vehicle Operator’s license required.
• A review of Social Media activity will be part of the candidate evaluation process.
• This position will require successful fingerprinting and substance screening. The candidate chosen will be required to pay the associated fees (currently $36.00/$65.15). The fingerprinting and substance screening fees ($36.005/$65.15) are non-refundable.
• Understanding of and commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
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*Official transcripts of all collegiate work (as appropriate for the position) must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Human Resources Office prior to the first day of employment. All foreign degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.

Minimum Physical Qualifications

• Ability to effectively communicate in both oral and written form.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to access, input and retrieve information and/or data from a computer.
• Ability to work in an office environment and travel between campuses and clinical sites.

Notes

Applications will be accepted until filled; however, the College reserves the right to extend or conclude searches without notice.

Nondiscrimination Statement Eastern Florida State College is dedicated to providing a nondiscriminatory environment which promotes equal access, equal educational opportunity, and equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age,race, national origin, color, ethnicity, genetic information, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, veteran status, ancestry, or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

Accreditation Statement Eastern Florida State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate and associate degrees,as well as specialized certificate programs. Questions about the accreditation of Eastern Florida State College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Collegesat 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling 404-679-4500, or by using information available on the SACSCOC's website.