Dean, Division of Nursing. College of Adult and Professional Studies
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Job no: 494295
Work type: Administrative (Full Time)
Location: Marion, IN, Other
Categories: Healthcare/Medical/Nursing, Executive
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Job Title: Dean, Division of Nursing. College of Adult and Professional Studies
Reporting Relationship: Vice President of Academic Affairs - CAPS
Unit: National & Global
Department: School of Integrated Health, Division of Nursing
Campus Location: NGM Building, Marion, IN
Summary of Position: The Dean of Nursing position will provide leadership and direction for all academic offerings in the National & Global Division of Nursing, which is housed in the College of Adult and Professional Studies. As the academic leader, the Dean is tasked to proactively continue to build strong, innovative Christian nursing programs that combines engagement with nursing communities, innovation in learning opportunities, and practice that is rooted in highest professional standards and biblical principles. This innovative and growth-mindset leader will build the school’s enrollment, provide oversight of the development and maintenance of curricula, develop systems and structures to support the programs, courses and academic offerings, advance meaningful partnerships, and supervise associate deans, faculty and staff of the division. The Dean of Nursing will cast a compelling vision for the Division of Nursing. The Dean of Nursing will give direction to the Division of Nursing’s leadership team while coordinating divisional activities with leaders from other University academic and operational units to achieve the University’s mission. Additionally, the Dean will forge relationships with health care organizations and build strong enrollment pipelines. The Dean of Nursing will also ensure programs are conducted in accordance with the mission and academic policies of the University and accrediting bodies.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide oversight to ensure that programs are conducted in accordance with the academic policies of the university and program accrediting bodies
Launch new academic programs, certificates, and continuing education events to provide outstanding and future-oriented educational experiences
Oversee development and management of the Division budget with a focus on achieving revenue goals and effectively managing expenditures
Serve on community and state health-related boards and committees with the goal of developing strong connections in the public sphere
Lead and manage faculty including recommendations for hire/dismissal, annual performance reviews, and loading
Maintain intellectual vitality including presentations at state, regional, and national levels and producing relevant academic content for the purpose of representing Indiana Wesleyan University's Division of Nursing to the political and professional world
Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
A doctoral degree in Nursing, Nursing Education or a related field
Experience
Five (5) years' full-time experience in nursing education
Three (3) years' in a nursing leadership role
Administration experience in an accredited program, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) is preferred
Required Skills
Consistent with IWU’s intentional development of a culturally diverse community, the
Dean of Nursing must have a record of demonstrating a culturally responsive and sensitive demeanor in working in an academic community that is diverse
The Dean of Nursing must have demonstrated ability in college level teaching (preferably online and onsite), particularly with adult learners
A knowledge of future trends in nursing and an inclination toward integrative health care, informatics, or entrepreneurship in nursing
Demonstrated ability to network with business professionals is required
Demonstrated entrepreneurial ventures preferred
Knowledge of principles and practices of professional training and development program design as they apply to the Nursing program
Knowledge of curriculum development and instructional method theory and practical applications
Ability to bring faculty together for common cause and student success
Ability to act as a spokesperson for the division and/or college as required to area hospitals agencies, other community activities, and state, regional and national organizations.
A demonstrated ability to work effectively with other college and university faculty
Experience managing and leading an academic Nursing Division
IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement
IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity . We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth . We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised: 27 Jan 2025 US Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 21 Sep 2025 US Eastern Daylight Time
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