Nursing Department Organizational Chart
The organizational chart reflects the chain of command for nursing program faculty and staff at the Maine College of Health Professions (MCHP). The Dean of Nursing provides oversight for all nursing programs, including the Practical Nursing Program, Associate Degree Nursing Program, and RN-BSN Program. Reporting directly to the Dean are the Director of Nursing Student Support, Program Directors, and Faculty.
Faculty and staff are expected to utilize the chain of command when discussing concerns or reporting problems encountered in the workplace. Whenever possible, individuals are encouraged to resolve issues directly with the parties involved. If a resolution cannot be reached, the next level in the chain of command should be consulted. It is important not to skip steps in this process; higher-level leadership should only be contacted first when the concern directly involves the immediate supervisor.
The Dean of Nursing provides strategic leadership focused on programmatic growth and development. This role includes regular collaboration with college leadership and cultivating partnerships within the community. The Dean is responsible for ensuring that all nursing programs meet the standards of regional and professional accrediting bodies, as well as the regulatory requirements set forth by the Maine State Board of Nursing.
In collaboration with Program Directors, the Dean monitors program metrics and evaluates end-of-program student learning outcomes. This data is used to guide curricular revisions and instructional improvements, ensuring that student achievement remains a central focus. The Dean also oversees the faculty evaluation system, including processes for rank and promotion, and decisions regarding multi-year contracts.
The Program Directors manage the day-to-day operations of the nursing programs. Key responsibilities in collaboration with the Dean, the Program Directors assist in developing course schedules, assigning faculty workloads, and play a critical role in recruiting and onboarding new faculty, coordinating all aspects of clinical instruction, such as securing clinical sites, onboarding faculty, organizing senior preceptorships, and addressing student-related concern