Assistant Director of Nursing - VNPN
Pay is between $105,000 to $115,000 based on experience / education
The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) supports the Director of Nursing in the administration and oversight of the Nursing Program, ensuring compliance with state Board of Nursing regulations and organizational policies. This role is highly collaborative and administrative, with responsibilities spanning curriculum oversight, faculty support, student advisement, and accreditation preparation.
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 campuses
- Paid 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 days
- Paid Parental Leave : 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
- Competitive Insurance : Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
- Pet Insurance : Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA
- Health Plan Enrollment : Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment
Responsibilities
Ensure departmental compliance with state Board of Nursing, organizational policies, and regulatory agency standardsSupport curriculum review, development, and revisionAssist faculty in preparing and maintaining syllabi, lesson plans, assessments, and learning objectivesHelp establish departmental policies aligned with institutional and professional standardsAdvise students on academic progress, attendance, and professional conduct; assist graduates with licensure applicationsParticipate in student admissions, orientations, and departmental meetingsContribute to Advisory Committee planning and attend meetingsSupport the accreditation process and ensure ongoing program complianceCollaborate on student retention strategies and initiativesHelp plan and lead faculty meetings and departmental projectsEngage in systematic program evaluation and reportingSubstitute teach as neededCoordinate skills lab operations and clinical site development, supervision, and evaluationMaintain accurate student records in alignment with organizational policiesActively participate in campus and corporate events and initiativesServe on committees related to recruitment, admissions, retention, promotion, and graduationMaintain professional competence through continuing education, professional service, or industry involvementAssist in developing and implementing departmental and institutional policiesEstablish / 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 metricsRecognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievementsOther duties as assignedQualifications
Licenses / Certifications
Unencumbered registered nurse (RN) license in the state where instruction occurs (required)Education / Experience
Bachelor's degree in Nursing and three (3) years of clinical experience (required) Master's degree in Nursing (preferred)FL and MO only : Bachelor's degree in skilled Nursing and approved by Board of Nursing (required)
TX only : Actively employed in nursing in the past five (5) years, preferably in administration or teaching and minimum of one (1) year teaching experience in pre-licensure nursing education program (required)CO only : Must enroll within six (6) months of hire to Master's in Nursing Program with expected graduation within two (2) years and possess knowledge and skills related to teaching of adults, teaching methodology, curriculum development and curriculum evaluation (required)Skills
Set department-level strategic direction and influences organizational prioritiesAnticipate complex problems and proactively addresses themBuild strong relationships through insight, empathy, and presenceCommunicate vision and priorities with clarity and inspirationDemonstrate exceptional listening, influencing, and negotiation skillsLead enterprise-wide initiatives and large-scale presentationsCreate accountability frameworks to ensure sustained performanceChampion the use of technology, data, and systems for innovationMake impactful decisions with minimal oversightAnticipate future trends and translate insights into strategic breakthroughsDevelop people to achieve both personal and organizational goalsFoster a motivating environment that drives high performanceAdapt style and approach to meet evolving demands in real timeStandard Abilities
Able and willing to :Communicate, think, learn, and reason
Use 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 Environment
Work 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 On Campus or On site; 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. Employees must also be able to adhere to site-specific safety procedures.No travel required