Director Nursing-LVN Program

Director of Nursing - VNPN ProgramThe Director of Nursing (VNPN) leads and manages the Vocational Nursing/Practical Nursing programs to maintain high educational standards, compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements, positive student outcomes, and efficient operation of all activities of the department. This role requires strong leadership skills to oversee program development, faculty management, and student success initiatives. In addition to joining an organization with an outstanding mission, Concorde is happy to provide the following Benefits You'll Love -Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campusesPaid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible)Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 daysPaid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new babyCompetitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependentsPet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCAHealth Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employmentPrincipal Accountabilities & DeliverablesDevelop and implement policies, procedures, and strategies to align the Nursing Program with accreditation, state, and federal regulationsCollaborate with academic leadership to design and update curriculum to meet industry standards and evolving healthcare practicesConduct regular program reviews and evaluations to maintain quality and identify opportunities for improvementMonitor and maintain compliance with state boards of nursing and accrediting agencies, submitting reports and documentation as requiredParticipate in the recruitment and selection of faculty for employment and in developing strategies for faculty retention and promotionProvide coaching, mentorship, and performance evaluations to faculty members to support their professional growthOrganize faculty meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to promote excellence in teachingOversee student admissions, progression, and retention processes, fostering an environment that supports academic and personal growthMonitor student performance, address concerns, and implement interventions to support successful outcomesServe as a resource and advocate for students, addressing questions, concerns, and appeals.Attend all pinning and graduation ceremonies as scheduled by the campusDevelop and manage program budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and resource allocationBuild and maintain relationships with clinical sites, coordinating clinical placements and partnershipsCollaborate with marketing and admissions teams to promote the Nursing Program and support recruitment effortsPrepare for and participate in audits, site visits, and accreditation reviewsAct as a liaison between the Nursing Program and external stakeholders, including clinical partners, professional organizations, and community groupsRepresent the program in institutional and external meetings, promoting its mission and goalsEstablish/maintain a high performance team of professional, motivated and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metrics.Recognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievements.Other duties as assigned.Licenses / CertificationsActive and unencumbered RN licensure in the state of GAEducation / ExperienceMaster's Degree RequiredMinimum of 5 years of leadership experience highly preferredTeaching at a LVN level or higher highly preferred4 years of clinical experience requiredActive and unencumbered RN licensure in the state of GASkillsStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with students, faculty, and external partnersSkilled in conflict resolution and problem-solving to address challenges effectivelyStrong analytical and decision-making skills to support program objectivesAbilitiesAble to lead diverse teams and foster a collaborative environmentAbility to develop and assess curriculum to meet industry and student needsAbility to leverage technology and teaching tools to enhance learning experiencesStandard AbilitiesAble and willing to:Communicate, think, learn, and reasonUse computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasksSafely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locationsDemonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibilityAbility to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skillsAbility to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretionAbility to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneouslyAbility to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the positionAbility to foster long-term relationships with stakeholdersWork EnvironmentWork is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment when on site at assigned company location. Employees must be able to safely ambulate when on company premises.This position is designated as:Onsite; Work environments may include exposure to student learning environments with a variety of conditions. Employees must be able to follow all safety precautions including the use of personal-protective equipment.Travel RequirementsTravel to campus and clinical sites required.

Created: 2026-04-04