Nursing Dean, Academic Affairs - Irwindale - Sign-On Bonus

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Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations. Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 locations and post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with six Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Our College of Health Professions offers options with a Master of Public Health degree, Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree. Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Adtalem Global Education, at

There is one very significant way Chamberlain is different than other Universities - Chamberlain Care®. Healthcare education is offered in a culture of service excellence and care in four ways: care for self, care for colleagues, care for patients/clients, care for all. By living Chamberlain Care®, we’ve built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.

Chamberlain Care® is the guiding principle we provide to each other and to our students to help our students achieve their goals, reach their dreams and impact healthcare at a national level.

The Irwindale, CA, campus of Chamberlain University is seeking a dynamic, visionary leader to serve as the Dean of Academic Affairs (Nursing), overseeing our campus-based BSN program. This role calls for a passionate leader who is committed to fostering academic excellence, driving student success, and advancing the mission of the College. As the Dean, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of nursing education, collaborate with a high-performing team, and make a lasting impact on the next generation of nurses.

What You'll Do:

Lead & Innovate: Oversee the delivery and continuity of the BSN program, ensuring curricula are current, high-quality, and aligned with the university’s objectives.

Drive Student Success: Be accountable for student persistence, graduation rates, first-time NCLEX pass rates, and overall satisfaction by leading the implementation of Chamberlain's Student Success model.

Build & Inspire Teams: Lead a collaborative academic team, including faculty, academic support staff, and skills lab teams. Foster a positive, care-driven culture that empowers others to excel.

Ensure Excellence in Teaching: Support faculty in delivering an outstanding student experience, including regular evaluation and feedback on best practices in teaching and learning.

Monitor & Evaluate: Lead efforts to assess and monitor program outcomes, ensuring academic goals are met and continuous improvement is a priority.

Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with national academic support teams to drive strategies for student achievement, including curriculum delivery, compliance, and budget management.

Ensure Compliance: Stay up-to-date with regulatory requirements and serve as a liaison between local, state, and national teams to ensure academic programs meet all compliance standards.

Shape the Future: Lead the development of new programs, as well as the expansion of existing ones, to meet the evolving needs of nursing education.

What You Bring:

Proven leadership in academic nursing, with experience managing both faculty and student success.

A commitment to student-centered education, with the ability to balance high standards with compassionate support.

Strong track record of strategic planning and execution, especially in nursing education.

Ability to mentor and inspire a diverse team while fostering collaboration across multiple departments.

Expertise in curriculum design, faculty management, and program delivery with a focus on quality outcomes.

Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements in nursing education.

Additional Responsibilities:

Develop and execute annual budgets for academic operations.

Serve as a resource for faculty, students, and academic leaders.

Represent Chamberlain University at professional events and in the community.

Ensure compliance with all relevant state and regulatory agencies.

Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications

Master's Degree in Nursing required; Doctorate preferred

5+ years full-time experience in nursing education, including 3+ years in a leadership role

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Proficiency in managing sensitive issues, multitasking, and working in a fast-paced environment

Current unencumbered licensure as an RN and/or a multi-state privilege to practice nursing in the Commonwealth/State

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Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $100,171.61 and $181,034.70. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance

401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match

Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy

12 Paid Holidays

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You are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

Full-time