School of Nursing - Executive Director for Nursing Access Programming

School of Nursing - Executive Director for Nursing Access Programming

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$70,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

Preface

Be a Change-Maker in Nursing Education

Transform Student Futures

For many students, becoming a CNA or advancing from LPN to BSN is more than a credential, it’s a life-changing opportunity. These programs open doors to stable, rewarding careers that strengthen families and communities. As Executive Director, you will ensure students have the guidance, resources, and encouragement to persist through degree completion and succeed in reaching their goals.

Lead with Purpose

This is more than program oversight; it is a chance to shape how nursing education responds to today’s healthcare crisis. By aligning our programs with industry needs, securing clinical partnerships, and supporting innovative teaching and learning, you will directly impact the preparation of nurses who are ready to serve in high-demand roles across New York State. You will also play a key role in the development of students outside of the classroom, where you’ll help students connect academic preparation with a supportive experience.

Join a University with Vision

At D’Youville, we are driven by a promise to spark transformation, do good deeds, and exceed expectations. The Executive Director for Nursing Access Programming embodies that vision by ensuring students are not only prepared to pass exams but also equipped to change the trajectory of their lives. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on both students and the healthcare systems that urgently need them.

Summary

The highly visible incumbent is responsible for implementing the mission and vision of D’Youville University and the Patricia H. Garman School of Nursing while leading the design, delivery, compliance, and continuous improvement of a competency-based LPN-to-BSN program and a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) training program in New York State. The Executive Director ensures both programs meet NYSED (Office of the Professions / Program Registration) standards and NYSDOH Nurse Aide Training Program (NATP) requirements, align with employer needs, and achieve strong licensure/certification outcomes.

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the LPN-to-BSN competency-based curriculum;
• Oversee the CNA training program to ensure students are fully prepared for certification and success in healthcare careers;
• Support innovative teaching strategies, including simulation, skills-based learning, and mastery progression;
• Ensure compliance with NYSDOH Nurse Aide Training Program regulations;
• Oversee CNA curriculum, clinical placements, and certification exam preparation;
• Build and nurture strong partnerships with nursing homes, long-term care facilities, and employers;
• Position the CNA program as a career ladder entry point into nursing and allied health education.

• Serve as liaison between the Patricia H. Garman School of Nursing and the Office of Student Access & Opportunity, students are supported in persisting to degree completion based on classroom trends and/or staff requests;
• Represent the School of Nursing in the Nursing Living Learning Community, supporting residential student engagement and academic success;
• Champion accessibility in program design, ensuring all students have the tools they need to thrive.

• Serve as the responsible administrator for NYSED program registration and NYSDOH Nurse Aide Training Program approval;
• Ensure all aspects of the programs meet state, accreditation, and testing requirements;
• Maintain strong program outcomes, including NCLEX and CNA certification pass rates.

• Recruit, credential, and mentor faculty and clinical instructors;
• Secure and manage clinical partnerships across healthcare systems and long-term care facilities;
• Build employer relationships to align program outcomes with workforce needs.

• Manage program budgets, equipment,…