Associate Dean of Nursing - Miramichi, New Brunswick, Canada

The Associate Dean of Nursing supports the Dean in leading both on-ground and online academic teams to deliver high-quality instruction and strong student outcomes. This role assists in overseeing program operations, ensuring compliance with all accrediting and regulatory standards, and maintaining a culture of academic excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Administration

Provide guidance and support to faculty, staff, and students

Oversee program development, planning, implementation, evaluation, and accreditation activities

Manage day-to-day administrative operations

Ensure adherence to institutional regulations and policies

Maintain compliance with programmatic and institutional accreditation requirements

Collaborate with the Dean on long-term strategic planning for the nursing program
Academic & Program Oversight

Monitor trends in nursing practice, education, and research

Establish and maintain strategic partnerships

Attend required meetings and serve on committees

Support curriculum development and instructional effectiveness

Uphold standards outlined in the Employee Handbook
Professional Engagement

Participate in scholarship activities, such as research, writing, reviewing, committee service, and leading initiatives—contributions that factor into performance evaluation and promotion
Other Duties

Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to meet program needs
Required Education & Qualifications

Current, unencumbered RN license in the province of New Brunswick

Master's or PhD in Nursing, preferably with a focus in nursing administration or nursing education

Training or experience in teaching and learning principles, curriculum development, accreditation, and academic administration

Minimum of five years of relevant professional experience, including at least three years as a nurse educator or administrator

Strong professionalism and effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to demonstrate mastery of theory and practice within the nursing discipline

Compliance with all regulatory and academic credential requirements
Additional Qualifications

Collaborative work style with strong time-management abilities

Experience with Learning Management Systems preferred (2 years)

Excellent organizational skills

Strong interpersonal, observational, and communication abilities

Patient, empathetic approach to supporting students while upholding academic standards

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