Nurse Administrator

Maine Community College System; Calais (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tuition for employee and dependtS

Employer-paid health, dental, life, &

Job summary

Washington County Community College is seeking a full-time Nurse Administrator to oversee the 18-month Nursing program, based in Calais, ME. The role requires a Maine RN license and a Master’s degree in Nursing, with 3–5 years of patient care experience and teaching credentials preferred.

The position includes leading program administration, strategic planning, and ensuring accreditation compliance, along with managing faculty development, workload, and collaboration with the Board and community

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing and Maine RN license required.
• 3–5 years of recent patient care experience; teaching experience preferred.
• Professionalism, strong interpersonal skills, and a collaborative work style essential.
• Must meet clinical facility immunization requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee NEP administration, planning, development, implementation and evaluation.
• Lead and manage Nursing Education Program to meet regulatory standards.
• Coordinate faculty workload and ensure alignment with accreditation.
• Recruit, develop, and evaluate nursing faculty; participate in statewide initiatives.
• Maintain liaison with Board; ensure resources and budget compliance.

Skills

Teaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Nurse Administrator

Location: Washington County Community College, Calais, ME 04619.

Washington County Community College is seeking applicants to fill a full‑time Nurse Administrator position in our 18‑month Nursing program. The academic year is mid‑August to mid‑May with a required additional summer session. The Nurse Administrator holds a current, unencumbered registered nurse license to practice in Maine and maintains a full‑time appointment within the Governing Organization. For pre‑licensure nursing programs, the Nurse Administrator possesses a graduate degree with a concentration in nursing. This individual is experientially qualified, meets the requirements set forth by the Governing Organization, and undergoes appropriate orientation and mentorship for the role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program administration, strategic planning, program development, implementation, and evaluation. Lead and manage the Nursing Education Program (NEP), ensuring its effectiveness and compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Ensure the Nurse Administrator’s release time from instructional duties aligns with national accreditation recommendations; the college assigns up to six hours of instruction per week.
• Report any modifications to the Nurse Administrator’s workload that extend beyond the administrative responsibilities of the NEP to the Board by the Governing Organization.

Factors for Workload Adjustments

• Student Enrollment: impact of increased student numbers on administrative capacity.
• Satellite Campuses: oversight and management of multiple instructional sites.
• Program Oversight: additional responsibilities related to other academic programs.
• Administrative Support: availability and adequacy of administrative resources.
• Teaching Responsibilities: increased instructional workload.

Additional Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment, professional development, evaluations, and performance reviews of all nursing faculty members.
• Participate in statewide and national initiatives that support nursing education.
• Serve as the Board‑authorized official to sign licensure applications, ensuring compliance with NEP completion requirements (exceptions require Board approval).
• Establish and maintain community partnerships to align the NEP with employer and community needs.
• Engage in professional development activities that enhance expertise in administration, teaching, and nursing practice.
• Assess and determine the need for additional faculty release time for administrative duties.
• Act as the primary liaison between the NEP and the Board.
• Ensure the NEP has sufficient fiscal, physical, technical, and learning resources to support its stability, growth, and effectiveness.
• Manage the budget and institutional resources in compliance with governing policies.
• Make budgetary recommendations based on input from faculty and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Nursing, and a Maine RN license are required. The successful applicant must have 3‑5 years of recent experience in the practice of patient care. Teaching experience is preferred, including effective presentation skills. Demonstrated professionalism, strong interpersonal skills, and a collaborative work style are essential. The applicant must meet clinical facility immunization requirements.

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range: MEA Faculty Unit, Level VI, up to $71,496.56, salary commensurate with credentials and experience. Benefits include 100% employer‑paid health, dental and life insurance for employees (spouse/domestic partner/dependent coverage also available), vision insurance, choice between Maine Public Employees Retirement System or TIAA CREF in lieu of social security, annually 2 personal days, 9 sick days, professional development, and free tuition within the Maine Community College System for employee, spouse, and qualifying dependents.

Application Process

Please visit WCCC’s website, https://www.wccc.me.edu/about-wccc/news-info/employment/, to send cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, and a list of three professional references. The position is open until filled.

WCCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and non‑discriminatory environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact [phone].