Department Chairperson, Nursing

Inside Higher Ed; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Miami seeks an experienced Department Chairperson for Nursing to provide dynamic leadership, oversee faculty hiring, and develop curriculum standards. The ideal candidate will have a master’s degree in nursing, a valid RN license, and at least five years of experience in nursing. This full-time position requires strong leadership skills and a commitment to compliance and student success.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license eligibility and a master’s degree in nursing required.
• At least five years of experience in nursing including administrative, clinical, and teaching experience.
• Experience with compliance and quality assurance in education.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Nursing department, ensuring program excellence.
• Oversee faculty hiring and professional development.
• Develop curriculum and maintain accreditation standards.
• Monitor student outcomes for retention and graduation.
• Monitor student outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Department Chairperson, Nursing
Inside Higher Ed – Medical Campus
Full-Time, Regular
Position ID: 1008169
Closing Date: November 3, 2025

Position Overview

Miami Dade College (MDC) seeks an experienced nursing professional to serve as the Department Chairperson for Nursing at Medical Campus. The role requires dynamic leadership, creativity, technology integration, and industry‑driven education.

What you will be doing

• Provide leadership for the Nursing department, ensuring program excellence and growth.
• Oversee faculty hiring, professional development, and performance evaluation.
• Develop and revise curriculum to maintain alignment with state, national, and accreditation standards.
• Coordinate clinical rotations and build partnerships with healthcare institutions.
• Monitor student outcomes and implement strategies for retention and graduation success.
• Ensure compliance with licensing and accreditation requirements.

What you need to succeed

• Florida Licensed Registered Nurse or eligibility as an RN and a master’s degree in nursing with at least five (5) years of experience in nursing, including administrative, clinical, and/or teaching experience.
• Expertise in maintaining compliance with industry regulations, accreditation standards, and quality assurance measures.
• Proven ability to oversee personnel, financial resources, and operational strategies for organizational success.
• Extensive experience forging collaborations with industry leaders, community partners, and professional organizations.
• Strong leadership, strategic communication, and critical‑thinking skills to drive innovation and efficiency.

Additional Requirements

The final candidate must successfully complete a background screening and reference check process. This is a Professional Exempt Contractual (PEC) position with an annual contract reflecting the base salary within the fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th) after ratification by the District Board of Trustees.