Associate VP of Student Experience
Apply NowCompany: HCA Healthcare
Location: Louisville, KY 40214
Description:
Work Locations Considered: Louisville, Austin, Asheville, Cincinnati, Denver, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, St. Petersburg, Orlando, Pembroke Pines, Gainesville, Richmond, Roanoke, Salt Lake City, Wichita, Nashville, Pikeville, Hazard, Las Vegas.
Introduction
You Can Change the Life of One to Care for the Lives of Many!
At Galen College of Nursing, we educate and empower nurses to change lives. Since 1989, we've dedicated our work to delivering high-quality nursing education with a student-first mindset. As one of the largest private nursing colleges in the country, we combine the support of a close-knit learning environment with the strength of a nationally recognized institution, HCA Healthcare.
That same passion for excellence in the classroom extends to our offices. At Galen, you'll find a culture deeply rooted in collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to improving the future of healthcare. Your work directly touches the next generation of nurses, and your contributions help our students pursue their dream of a compassionate career.
If you're looking for a career where you can make a difference, grow professionally, and be part of a caring team, we'd love for you to apply for the AVP of Student Experience position today!
Click here to learn more about Galen!
Position Overview:
As AVP of Student Experience (AVPSE) at Galen College of Nursing you will provide visionary and strategic leadership for all aspects of the student experience, encompassing student support services, engagement, academic success, and career readiness. This role champions a student-centered learning environment, driving continuous quality improvement, and fostering collaborative partnerships to maximize student success, retention, persistence, graduation rates, and career outcomes. This includes aligning student services with institutional goals and accreditation standards (e.g., ACEN, CCNE).
Key Responsibilities:
1. Student Success & Retention:
a) Develop and oversee comprehensive student success initiatives to improve retention, persistence, completion rates, and NCLEX pass rates.
b) Implement proactive academic support strategies for at-risk students, including early intervention programs, academic coaching, tutoring, and personalized advising.
c) Collaborate with academic leadership to ensure students receive necessary resources and support to navigate academic challenges and licensure preparation.
d) Oversee the development and execution of student engagement strategies that promote a culture of learning, collaboration, and growth mindset.
e) Monitor and analyze student success metrics, enrollment trends, and retention data to inform data-driven decision-making.
f) Oversee the implementation and optimization of student success platforms to enhance academic advising, early alerts, and intervention strategies.
2. Student Services & Experience:
a) Provide strategic leadership and oversight to student support services across all campuses, ensuring a consistent and high-quality student experience.
b) Supervise and direct key student experience units, including Academic Advising, Student Success, Career Services, Student Activities, and First-Year Student Experience programs.
c) Partner with campus operations and campus engagement specialist teams to enhance student orientation, onboarding, and transition experiences.
d) Implement standardized training and professional development for student services personnel across campuses.
e) Support student organizations and extracurricular programming to enrich campus life.
f) Oversee student discipline, due-process procedures, and Title IX compliance.
3. Academic & Career Support:
a) Partner with academic leadership to align student success initiatives with curriculum demands and clinical education requirements.
b) Offer strategic leadership to strengthen employer partnerships, career readiness programs, and workforce development initiatives.
c) Expand career coaching and clinical placement support to increase student preparedness for job placement and licensure success.
d) Foster faculty-student engagement to enhance academic performance, critical thinking, and clinical skills development.
4. Strategic Planning & Compliance:
a) Engage in strategic and long-term planning to enhance the student learning experience and institutional growth.
b) Ensure compliance with ADA, Title IX, FERPA, and other relevant federal and state regulations.
c) Develop, implement, and review student support policies and procedures to promote equitable access to resources and services.
d) Prepare and manage budget allocations for student experience programs and services.
e) Serve as a liaison between students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
5. Technology & Innovation:
a) Oversee the integration of technology-driven student engagement solutions, including virtual advising, online academic support tools, and AI-driven success tracking.
b) Identify and implement innovative strategies to enhance student learning experiences in both in-person and online environments.
c) Develop student success technology initiatives that improve progress tracking, early intervention effectiveness, and career readiness outcomes.
Position Requirements:
Education: Minimum of a Master's Degree in Education, Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, Nursing Education, or a related field required; Doctorate preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in student success, academic advising, or student services, preferably in a nursing or healthcare-focused institution.
Proven track record in developing and implementing student retention strategies, career readiness programs, and academic support initiatives. Demonstrated success in student retention and student success initiatives.
Special Qualifications: Strong leadership skills with the ability to foster a culture of collaboration, shared governance, and teamwork. Expertise in student development theory and current trends in academic student success in higher education. Proven success in building co-curricular learning experiences. Strong organizational and project management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to motivate and mobilize a cross-functional team. Knowledge of best practices in student success, academic advising, and student support technologies. Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to student affairs and instructional support. Expertise in Title IX compliance, student advocacy, and student development theories.
Physical/Mental Demands & Work Environment: Travel required as needed to implement policies and lead teams. Regular and predictable on-site attendance is required
Benefits
At Galen College of Nursing, we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer a comprehensive package of medical, dental, and vision plans, tuition discounts, along with unique benefits, including:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial well-being
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for children, elders, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.
Consumer discounts through Abenity.
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services, and preferred banking partnerships.
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
Colleague recognition program.
Time Away from Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits.
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Galen College of Nursing is recognized as a 2023 National League of Nursing (NLN) Center of Excellence (COE).
Galen's Compassionate Care Model Values
Inclusivity: I foster an environment that provides opportunity for every individual to reach their full potential.
Character: I act with integrity and compassion in all I do.
Accountability: I own my role and accept responsibility for my actions.
Respect: I value every person as an individual with unique contributions worthy of consideration.
Excellence: I commit myself to the highest level of quality in everything I do. Learn more about our vision and mission.
Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below:
AVP of Student Experience at Galen College of Nursing
Introduction
You Can Change the Life of One to Care for the Lives of Many!
At Galen College of Nursing, we educate and empower nurses to change lives. Since 1989, we've dedicated our work to delivering high-quality nursing education with a student-first mindset. As one of the largest private nursing colleges in the country, we combine the support of a close-knit learning environment with the strength of a nationally recognized institution, HCA Healthcare.
That same passion for excellence in the classroom extends to our offices. At Galen, you'll find a culture deeply rooted in collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to improving the future of healthcare. Your work directly touches the next generation of nurses, and your contributions help our students pursue their dream of a compassionate career.
If you're looking for a career where you can make a difference, grow professionally, and be part of a caring team, we'd love for you to apply for the AVP of Student Experience position today!
Click here to learn more about Galen!
Position Overview:
As AVP of Student Experience (AVPSE) at Galen College of Nursing you will provide visionary and strategic leadership for all aspects of the student experience, encompassing student support services, engagement, academic success, and career readiness. This role champions a student-centered learning environment, driving continuous quality improvement, and fostering collaborative partnerships to maximize student success, retention, persistence, graduation rates, and career outcomes. This includes aligning student services with institutional goals and accreditation standards (e.g., ACEN, CCNE).
Key Responsibilities:
1. Student Success & Retention:
a) Develop and oversee comprehensive student success initiatives to improve retention, persistence, completion rates, and NCLEX pass rates.
b) Implement proactive academic support strategies for at-risk students, including early intervention programs, academic coaching, tutoring, and personalized advising.
c) Collaborate with academic leadership to ensure students receive necessary resources and support to navigate academic challenges and licensure preparation.
d) Oversee the development and execution of student engagement strategies that promote a culture of learning, collaboration, and growth mindset.
e) Monitor and analyze student success metrics, enrollment trends, and retention data to inform data-driven decision-making.
f) Oversee the implementation and optimization of student success platforms to enhance academic advising, early alerts, and intervention strategies.
2. Student Services & Experience:
a) Provide strategic leadership and oversight to student support services across all campuses, ensuring a consistent and high-quality student experience.
b) Supervise and direct key student experience units, including Academic Advising, Student Success, Career Services, Student Activities, and First-Year Student Experience programs.
c) Partner with campus operations and campus engagement specialist teams to enhance student orientation, onboarding, and transition experiences.
d) Implement standardized training and professional development for student services personnel across campuses.
e) Support student organizations and extracurricular programming to enrich campus life.
f) Oversee student discipline, due-process procedures, and Title IX compliance.
3. Academic & Career Support:
a) Partner with academic leadership to align student success initiatives with curriculum demands and clinical education requirements.
b) Offer strategic leadership to strengthen employer partnerships, career readiness programs, and workforce development initiatives.
c) Expand career coaching and clinical placement support to increase student preparedness for job placement and licensure success.
d) Foster faculty-student engagement to enhance academic performance, critical thinking, and clinical skills development.
4. Strategic Planning & Compliance:
a) Engage in strategic and long-term planning to enhance the student learning experience and institutional growth.
b) Ensure compliance with ADA, Title IX, FERPA, and other relevant federal and state regulations.
c) Develop, implement, and review student support policies and procedures to promote equitable access to resources and services.
d) Prepare and manage budget allocations for student experience programs and services.
e) Serve as a liaison between students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
5. Technology & Innovation:
a) Oversee the integration of technology-driven student engagement solutions, including virtual advising, online academic support tools, and AI-driven success tracking.
b) Identify and implement innovative strategies to enhance student learning experiences in both in-person and online environments.
c) Develop student success technology initiatives that improve progress tracking, early intervention effectiveness, and career readiness outcomes.
Position Requirements:
Education: Minimum of a Master's Degree in Education, Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, Nursing Education, or a related field required; Doctorate preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in student success, academic advising, or student services, preferably in a nursing or healthcare-focused institution.
Proven track record in developing and implementing student retention strategies, career readiness programs, and academic support initiatives. Demonstrated success in student retention and student success initiatives.
Special Qualifications: Strong leadership skills with the ability to foster a culture of collaboration, shared governance, and teamwork. Expertise in student development theory and current trends in academic student success in higher education. Proven success in building co-curricular learning experiences. Strong organizational and project management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to motivate and mobilize a cross-functional team. Knowledge of best practices in student success, academic advising, and student support technologies. Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to student affairs and instructional support. Expertise in Title IX compliance, student advocacy, and student development theories.
Physical/Mental Demands & Work Environment: Travel required as needed to implement policies and lead teams. Regular and predictable on-site attendance is required
Benefits
At Galen College of Nursing, we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer a comprehensive package of medical, dental, and vision plans, tuition discounts, along with unique benefits, including:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial well-being
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for children, elders, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.
Consumer discounts through Abenity.
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services, and preferred banking partnerships.
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
Colleague recognition program.
Time Away from Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits.
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Galen College of Nursing is recognized as a 2023 National League of Nursing (NLN) Center of Excellence (COE).
Galen's Compassionate Care Model Values
Inclusivity: I foster an environment that provides opportunity for every individual to reach their full potential.
Character: I act with integrity and compassion in all I do.
Accountability: I own my role and accept responsibility for my actions.
Respect: I value every person as an individual with unique contributions worthy of consideration.
Excellence: I commit myself to the highest level of quality in everything I do. Learn more about our vision and mission.
Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below:
AVP of Student Experience at Galen College of Nursing