Dean of College of Nursing – Position Summary
The College of Nursing Dean provides academic leadership to the College and reports directly to the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA). The Dean is responsible for, but not limited to: academic governance; external leadership with university, community, and state partners; enhancement of programs; teaching, scholarship and service; professional and regional approval and accreditation, recruitment of faculty, faculty development and evaluation, student recruitment, advising, budget development, and allocation of resources.
The duties of the Academic Dean include, but are not limited to the following:
- Provide the executive leadership to ensure Nicholls State University’s position as a premier preparation provider of high-quality registered nurses, nurse practitioners, and nurse educators who effectively meet the diverse needs of Louisiana and the global community.
- Ensure the long-term financial viability of the College of Nursing and its programs, including: strengthening existing and diversified revenue streams, strategically leveraging the college’s relationship with public and private partnerships, and capitalizing on fundraising success.
- Attract, develop, and retain top-tier faculty and staff through collaborative relationships. Continue to develop a diverse community where all members feel valued and have a shared sense of mission.
- Attract and retain undergraduate and graduate students in the College of Nursing through positive recruitment endeavors and by strengthening the educational experiences of all students.
- Cultivate and maintain university, community, and state partnerships through collaborative leadership and engagement with the ultimate goal of improving the lives and health of individuals, families, and communities.
- Develop innovative, creative, and efficient methods to work with faculty and staff to respond positively and effectively to state and national approval and accreditation requirements.
- Work cooperatively with university administration to create a sustainable financial platform with variations in state and federal support, changing demographics, and an unpredictable social climate.
- Ensure that affirmative action, equal opportunity, and diversity are integrally tied to all actions and decisions in areas of responsibility.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
- An earned research-based doctorate from a regionally accredited University in the discipline of nursing (e.g. PhD, DNS);
- At least l0 years in higher education within the discipline of nursing, with experience in both undergraduate and graduate degree programs, with a record of strong academic accomplishments, progressive administrative and leadership experience.
- Successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements for registered nurse licensure in the state of Louisiana.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Nicholls State University, a member of the University of Louisiana System, is located in south-central Louisiana between New Orleans and Baton Rouge. For more information about the campus and Nicholls, click here.
Nicholls offers the traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing, as well as articulations for LPN-to-BSN and RN-to-BSN. Additionally, in affiliation with the Intercollegiate Consortium for a Master of Science in Nursing, Nicholls offers three specialty concentrations: MSN- Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN- Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and MSN- Nursing Education. To learn more about the College of Nursing, click here.
On an annual basis The College of Nursing averages 800 declared majors with an average of 70 students in the practicum phase of the MSN concentrations, and 460 students in clinical phase of the BSN program.
