Regional Nursing Dean - RN and Travel Required at Unitek Learning

Tempe, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Leadership, Mentorship, Operational Oversight, Program Quality, Regulatory Compliance, Faculty Effectiveness, Student Success, Leadership Development, Succession Planning, Curriculum Implementation, Performance Monitoring, Risk Identification, Quality Improvement, Strategic Planning, Data Analysis, Coaching

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Company Description Unitek Learning Education Group Corp. (“Unitek Learning”) is a leader in healthcare‐focused workforce development. With over 30 years of experience, Unitek Learning provides customized education programs that bridge the gap between academic preparation and real-world clinical needs. Drawing on its deep roots in nursing education, Unitek Learning helps hospitals and health systems build sustainable talent pipelines by embedding faculty and curriculum directly into hospital settings through its “School in a Box” and integrated workforce solutions. In partnership with hundreds of clinical sites, we upskill incumbent staff, train new clinicians, and enable hospitals to better recruit, retain, and advance nursing talent. Job Description The Regional Dean Mentor provides strategic leadership, mentorship, and operational oversight to new and current Campus Deans/Assistant Deans across multiple nursing programs within an assigned region. This role partners closely with the National Dean of WFS and other National Nursing Leadership to ensure program quality, regulatory compliance, faculty effectiveness, and student success across campuses. The Regional Dean Mentor supports leadership development, continuity, and consistency while leading regional initiatives and special projects aligned with institutional goals. Serves as a mentor and leadership coach to Campus Deans, Assistant Deans, Program Directors, and emerging academic leaders across the region Provides structured onboarding, development, and performance support for new and existing academic leaders Acts as interim Dean or Program Director for campuses within the region during leadership vacancies or transitions Supports succession planning and leadership readiness across regional programs Provides regional oversight of nursing programs to ensure consistent implementation of curriculum, policies, and academic standards Monitors program performance indicators including retention, graduation, NCLEX pass rates, and student outcomes Identifies risks and leads early intervention strategies for programs demonstrating performance concerns Supports continuous quality improvement and regional strategic planning efforts Ensures regional compliance with state Boards of Nursing, accrediting bodies, and institutional policies Reviews and supports preparation of required regulatory documentation, including reports, proposals, self-studies, surveys, and site visits Serves as a regional resource for interpretation of state and accreditation standards Maintains current knowledge of applicable state rules and regulations governing nursing education and practice Assists campus leadership in addressing clinical capacity, risk mitigation, and experiential learning quality Provides evidence-based recommendations related to program improvement, faculty utilization, and student success strategies Supports campuses in leveraging data for decision-making and compliance documentation Participates in and may lead regional or institutional committees, task forces, and special initiatives Collaborates with National Deans, Academic Affairs, and other institutional stakeholders to advance organizational goals Other duties, as assigned by the National Dean of WFS Qualifications Minimum three (3) years of experience as a Program Director, Campus Dean, or higher-level nursing academic leader Current, active Registered Nurse license; will require obtaining additional licenses as needed Master’s degree in nursing from an approved institution (Doctoral degree preferred) Demonstrated experience in multi-campus oversight, leadership development, and regulatory compliance Strong analytical, communication, and coaching skills Ability to travel regionally as needed Additional Information For Full Time Employees, We Offer: Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment 2 Weeks’ starting Vacation per year. Increasing based on years of service with company 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday 401K with company match Company Paid Life Insurance at 1x’s your annual salary Leadership development and training for career advancement Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program Type of Position : Remote

Responsibilities

This role provides strategic leadership, mentorship, and operational oversight to Campus Deans across multiple nursing programs within a region, ensuring program quality and regulatory compliance in partnership with national leadership. The Regional Dean Mentor supports leadership development, continuity, and consistency while monitoring key performance indicators like retention and NCLEX pass rates.