Lorain County Community College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Nursing Programs Administrator to lead our Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) and Practical Nursing (PN) programs. Reporting directly to the Dean of Health and Wellness Sciences, this individual will provide academic and administrative leadership to ensure the nursing programs meet the highest standards of excellence and comply with Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) 4723 and Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) requirements.

The Nursing Programs Administrator will foster a collaborative learning environment focused on student achievement, faculty development, and community engagement—core values of our mission as a comprehensive community college. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the next generation of nurses while advancing the college’s commitment to academic excellence, workforce development, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Leadership: Oversee all aspects of the ADN and PN programs, including curriculum, accreditation, assessment, and compliance with Ohio Board of Nursing regulations; Participate in and provide input to the budget development process; Maintain ongoing communication with administration, faculty, students, clinical partners, and regulatory bodies; Facilitate regular faculty meetings to encourage collaboration and continuous program improvement; Recruit, hire, evaluate, and support nursing faculty; recommend appointments, promotions, and contract renewals; Implement structured orientation and mentoring programs for new faculty; Ensure faculty-to-student ratios in clinical settings comply with OAC standards and promote safe, effective instruction; Certify program completion for graduates applying for licensure with the Ohio Board of Nursing; Maintain classroom and lab resources necessary for effective teaching and student success.

Clinical Coordination: Collaborate with clinical coordinator and lead faculty to identify and maintain high-quality clinical education sites; Plan and supervise clinical rotations along with the clinical coordinator ,and partnerships with healthcare agencies; Evaluate the quality of clinical instruction and ensure consistency across sites; Support faculty in orienting clinical agency staff to student roles and program objectives; Recommend clinical faculty assignments and support clinical teaching effectiveness.

Curriculum and Student Success: Lead curriculum planning, review, and evaluation in collaboration with faculty and advisory committees; Promote strategies for student success, retention, and NCLEX-RN/PN pass rate improvement; Support faculty in advising and evaluating students and maintaining accurate academic records; Collect and analyze graduate outcomes and employer feedback to guide program improvement.

Administrative Duties: Prepare and submit required state, national, and institutional reports related to nursing program outcomes; Collaborate with the Dean on faculty staffing, scheduling, and budget priorities; Participate in college committees and strategic planning initiatives as appropriate; Maintain accreditation readiness and compliance documentation; Perform additional duties as assigned by the Dean of Health and Wellness Sciences.

Explain the importance of community colleges in nursing education and strategies for ensuring all students feel included and supported.

Minimum Qualifications: Current, valid, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio- no board actions; An earned doctoral degree; Experience for at least five years in the practice of nursing as a registered nurse, two of which have been as a faculty member in a registered nursing education program; Meets qualifications set forth in OAC 4723-5-10 for a registered nursing education program administrator; Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum development, faculty supervision, and program accreditation standards.

Preferred Qualifications: Doctoral degree (DNP, Ph.D., or Ed.D.) in Nursing ; Experience with community college students and a commitment to access, equity, and student success; Experience with ACEN accreditation processes; Proven leadership in faculty development, student retention initiatives, and program assessment.

The complete application file should include: a cover letter detailing area(s) of expertise, a professional statement addressing (see topic above), an updated curriculum vitae (CV), unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), and the contact information of three professional references. Incomplete files will not be considered. Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Candidate selected will be required to complete a background check prior to being hired.

About LCCC: 

Established in 1963, Lorain County Community College is the first community college in Ohio with a permanent campus. For six decades, LCCC has served the diverse needs of greater Lorain County region by providing affordable access to higher education and now serves approximately 13,000 students each year in certificate, associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. 

Since 1963, one in four Lorain County residents have taken classes at LCCC and more than 43,000 have earned a degree. LCCC was recently ranked in the top 10% of most affordable colleges in the nation and more than 90% of LCCC graduates live and work in Northeast Ohio. 45% of Lorain County’s high school graduates earn college credits through LCCC’s high school dual enrollment programs. LCCC also partners with more than 700 employers and offers 170 industry-recognized credentials to better prepare the workforce for the future. 

LCCC is a dynamic, student-centered college intentionally designed to support individuals with balancing multiple roles on their path to college completion. 85% of LCCC students work while attending college, with majority working at least half-time. The average age of LCCC’s students is 24, and many bring life experiences that include caring for dependents, serving in the military, or completing some prior college. Over 80% of LCCC students received financial assistance through grants and scholarships, and LCCC has been nationally recognized for holistic, fully integrated services and commitment to student success. 

Lorain County Community College seeks to hire and employ locally whenever possible.  Employees should reside in Ohio, where they can be responsive to on-campus work requirements, and within a reasonable commuting distance of their work location.