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Director School of Nursing

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Griffin Hospital

Derby, CT (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 4 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/1/2026

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Position Summary The Director, Practical Nurse (PN) Program is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational management, and regulatory oversight of Griffin Hospital-based Practical Nursing Program. This role ensures the delivery of a high-quality, clinically integrated nursing education program aligned with hospital workforce needs, accreditation standards, and state regulatory requirements. The Director serves as the administrative and academic leader, accountable for program outcomes, faculty performance, student success, and integration of clinical practice within the healthcare system. This role is critical in advancing a hospital-based pipeline of practice-ready LPNs, supporting workforce development and patient care excellence.
Reporting Relationships Reports To:
VP Patient Care Services /
Chief Nursing Officer Direct Reports:
Nursing faculty, clinical coordinator(s), administrative support staff
Key Collaborators:
Nursing leadership, clinical unit leaders, HR, academic partners, regulatory agencies Qualifications Education Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) required Doctorate preferred Licensure Current Registered Nurse (RN) license (Connecticut or eligible)
Experience Minimum:
5 years clinical nursing experience 2-3 years teaching experience in nursing education Progressive leadership or administrative experience Key Competencies Strategic leadership and program development Knowledge of nursing education regulations and accreditation standards Curriculum design and evaluation Faculty and team leadership Strong operational and project management skills Effective communication and stakeholder engagement Data-driven decision making Performance Metrics
NCLEX-PN
pass rates Student retention and graduation rates Program enrollment growth Accreditation status and outcomes Faculty engagement and retention Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.