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Working Title:
Chief Nurse Administrator (MnSCU Admin-7)
Institution:
Winona State University
Classification Title:
MnSCU Administrator 7
Bargaining Unit / Union:
220: Minnesota State Administrator's Plan
City:
Winona
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic
Salary Range:
$100,328.00 - $160,965.00
Job Description
Lead the Graduate Nursing and Undergraduate Nursing departments and programs as they exercise their responsibilities. Coordinate with the Dean for the College of Nursing and Health Sciences to enact new initiatives that affect nursing programs. Supervise the graduate and undergraduate nursing departments and programs. Plan, propose/ recommend/monitor budgets, recruit and assign faculty/staff and support the development, improvement, and retention of these programs.
Plan, recommend, and monitor budgets that reflect the strategic goals of the nursing departments. Coordinate with the Dean to ensure adequate funding for the nursing programs, including physical resources, clinical sites, equipment, and personnel to achieve program outcomes of the Department of Undergraduate Nursing and the Department of Graduate Nursing.
Promote and support department/program faculty and staff professional development and training; assess and evaluate overall outcomes and performance of faculty and staff. Evaluate nursing faculty to include professional development plans, professional development reports, tenure and promotion processes, and other personnel processes; submit final evaluation/submission to the Dean.
Complete and review for submission all annual and periodic regulatory and accreditation reports, including the MNBON annual report, AACN annual report, all CCNE reports, and all ad hoc requests. Ensure nursing faculty have the appropriate academic credentials and experiential background as well as licensure and/or certification for the areas in which they teach. Coordinate with the Dean (and Provost - as needed) for final review of reports prior to submission.
Lead the programs' curricula development, ensuring alignment with appropriate standards and guidelines for the degree and/or certificate program. Ensure all curricula design promotes student achievement of the expected learning outcomes. Evaluate and assess the nursing curricula including ensuring periodic review of all course outcomes and program outcomes for existing, proposed, and new programs. Prepare scheduled reports (annually) of assessment outcomes to Dean and university (as required) for continued evaluation and HLC verification. Foster commitment to social justice, anti-racism and equity in the curriculum and communities of practice.
Foster and maintain relationships with clinical agencies and community partners. Coordinate with clinical placement coordinators of each nursing department on the contracts and MOUs related to nursing clinical placements and agreements for core nursing resources. Examples may include, but not limited to, MERC, Typhon, CAS, Clinician Nexus, and Mayo DNAP.
Serve as an appeal entity, in advance of the Dean, for students challenging admission or progression decisions within the Department of Undergraduate Nursing and the Department of Graduate Nursing.
Represent the interests and concerns of the University by serving on relevant committees and councils and at conferences and professional meetings in the Minnesota State system, state, and national level. Serve on university committees. Develop and maintain internal and external relationships to support program and scholarship opportunities.
Encourage, support, and contribute to grant writing on the local, state, and federal levels to support the mission, vision, and program outcomes of the nursing programs while in alignment with the mission, vision, and strategic plan for the CoNHS and WSU. Provide oversight of grants received to ensure grant responsibilities are fulfilled according to the appropriate state or federal guidelines. Keep the Dean informed on the status of grants.
Coordinate marketing and publicity efforts related to nursing programs including written, spoken, and virtual efforts within budget. Ensure consistency with WSU branding and accreditation requirements, collaborating efforts with the Dean and University Communications.
Serve as a member of the President's Cabinet and Council of Administrators. Collaborate with other leaders of the university. Lead or serve on various committees.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean, Provost, or University President.
Salary Range: $100,328 - $160,965
Minimum Qualifications
Earned Doctoral degree in nursing from a regionally accredited program and institution
Registered Nurse with an active, unencumbered Nursing License
Demonstrated 3+ years of experience in a leadership role within an accredited nursing program, e.g., department chairperson, program director/coordinator.
Six years of successful experience in higher education and academic credentials appropriate for the rank of Associate Professor
Evidence of prior success in teaching, service to the institution in a significant and impactful manner, and scholarship as it relates to the individual's chosen field
Strong demonstrated skills in leadership, budgeting, and resource management.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; public speaking; ability to work in a collegial manner through conversations, problem solving and conflict resolution.
Familiarity with accrediting standards and/or program review processes. Ability to effectively guide assessment and outcome measures needed by accrediting and licensing agencies; coordinate and administer accreditation self-study reports and on-site campus visits by external reviewers.
Demonstrated understanding of the needs of external constituents, as related to program development, assessment, and improvement.
Ability to motivate and lead faculty, staff, and students in pursuit of continually improving program quality, including the ability to foster an effective learning environment for students.
A record of research and publication or other scholarly or creative achievements. Ability to judge scholarly activity by students and faculty.
Demonstrated knowledge of the structure and interrelationships amongst the nursing programs and departments across the University.
Ability to support, promote, and develop programming aimed at recruitment, retention, and success of students.
Understanding of the culture and operations of higher education, including an understanding of a collective bargaining environment and commitment to shared governance.
Experience promoting a culture of engagement and support for students, staff, faculty, and external partners regarding issues of equity, and inclusion.
Ability to work with other academic administrators within the university
Preferred Qualification
Experience in programmatic accreditation, specifically ACEN and CCNE
Prior experience working as a Chief Nurse Administrator or Department Chair
Other Requirements
The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time.
A complete online application will include the following:
A cover letter that addresses the qualifications listed previously
Current Curriculum Vitae / Resume
Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
A list of professional references with contact information
Posting Information:
Application Deadline: Priority consideration given to applications received by 2/27/2026
Appointment Date: July 1, 2026
Primary Location: Winona, Minnesota
Type of Appointment: Administrator/At-Will
Telework (Yes/No) No
About Winona State University
Founded in 1858, Winona State University is a regional public university and the oldest member of the Minnesota State system. Offering more than 200 majors and programs, Winona State has the #1 Student Success Rate in the Minnesota State System with 96.97 percent of WSU graduates being hired in a field related to their degree. U.S. News recognized Winona State as having top-ranking undergraduate programs in nursing, engineering, psychology, business, and computer science. With campuses in both Winona and Rochester, Winona State offers the best of both worlds. Widely known for its stunning natural setting, the Winona campus is nestled between picturesque bluffs and the Mississippi River - meaning rock climbing, paddle-boarding, hiking, and kayaking are within a mile of campus. WSU's Rochester campus is located in Minnesota's third largest city - a dynamic hub for industry, arts, and culture, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Winona State University's mission is to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve: a community of learners improving our world. For more information, visit winona.edu.
Employment for this position is covered by the Minnesota State System Administration Plan which can gbe found at : https://www.minnstate.edu/system/working/docs/contracts/administrators-plan.pdf
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Winona State University is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
07-01-2026
Position End Date:
Open Date:
02-05-2026
Close Date:
02-28-2026
Posting Contact Name:
Robin M Delong
Posting Contact Email:
rdelong@winona.edu
