Pramoth Nath Das Academy of Nursing
Website:
pndasnursing.org
Job details:
Principal – College of Nursing
Institution: Pramoth Nath Das Academy of Nursing
Location: Burnpur Riverside Road, Hirapur, Asansol, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal, Pin : 713325
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Institution
Pramoth Nath Das Academy of Nursing is a premier nursing institution dedicated to excellence in nursing education, clinical practice, research, and community healthcare. The institution is approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC), recognized by the West Bengal Nursing Council (WBNC), and affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS).
We are seeking an experienced, visionary, and dynamic Principal to provide strategic, academic, and administrative leadership while ensuring the institution maintains the highest standards of quality, regulatory compliance, and student success.
Position Summary
The Principal will serve as the academic and administrative head of the institution, responsible for leading faculty and staff, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory bodies, promoting academic excellence, strengthening clinical partnerships, and driving institutional growth and innovation.
The successful candidate should possess outstanding leadership abilities, extensive knowledge of nursing education regulations, and a strong commitment to developing future healthcare professionals.
Key Responsibilities Academic Leadership
- Provide overall academic, administrative, and strategic leadership to the institution.
- Ensure excellence in teaching, learning, clinical education, and research.
- Lead curriculum planning, implementation, review, and continuous quality improvement.
- Promote evidence-based nursing education and innovative teaching methodologies.
- Foster research activities, faculty publications, and continuing nursing education (CNE).
Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with the latest regulations and guidelines issued by:
- Indian Nursing Council (INC)
- West Bengal Nursing Council (WBNC)
- West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS)
- State Government
- Central Government
- Prepare and coordinate all statutory documentation, inspections, renewals, and regulatory submissions.
- Maintain institutional standards required for recognition, affiliation, and accreditation.
Administration & Governance
- Supervise day-to-day academic and administrative operations.
- Develop institutional policies, SOPs, and governance frameworks.
- Ensure proper documentation, record management, and statutory reporting.
- Oversee admissions, examinations, academic schedules, student records, and certification processes.
- Monitor institutional budgets and optimal utilization of resources.
Faculty Development
- Recruit, mentor, evaluate, and support faculty members.
- Encourage faculty development programmes, workshops, seminars, and research initiatives.
- Conduct performance evaluations and promote professional growth.
Student Welfare
- Ensure a safe, inclusive, ethical, and student-centered learning environment.
- Oversee student counselling, mentoring, discipline, grievance redressal, and welfare initiatives.
- Promote academic excellence, professionalism, and ethical nursing practices.
Clinical & Institutional Collaboration
- Strengthen partnerships with hospitals, healthcare organizations, and clinical training centers.
- Ensure quality clinical postings and practical learning experiences.
- Build collaborations for research, community outreach, and healthcare initiatives.
Quality Assurance & Accreditation
- Lead institutional quality assurance initiatives.
- Coordinate activities related to accreditation and quality improvement.
- Ensure readiness for inspections and audits by regulatory authorities.
Essential Qualifications
- M.Sc. Nursing from a recognized institution.
- Registration with the State Nursing Council.
- Eligibility for the post of Principal as per the latest Indian Nursing Council (INC) norms.
- Thorough knowledge of nursing education regulations and academic administration.
- Strong understanding of institutional governance and regulatory compliance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Nursing (Preferred).
- Previous experience as Principal or Vice Principal of a Nursing College.
- Experience managing INC, WBNC, and WBUHS inspections.
- Experience in NAAC, NABH, NABL, or other quality assurance and accreditation initiatives.
- Excellent leadership, communication, decision-making, and organizational skills.
- Strong interpersonal and team management abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, digital documentation, online regulatory portals, and institutional management systems.
Experience
- Experience and eligibility as prescribed under the latest Indian Nursing Council (INC) norms.
- Candidates with substantial experience in academic administration and institutional leadership will be given preference.
Desired Competencies
- Strategic Leadership
- Academic Administration
- Regulatory Compliance
- Nursing Education
- Curriculum Development
- Faculty Development
- Student Affairs
- Institutional Governance
- Healthcare Management
- Clinical Coordination
- Research & Innovation
- Quality Assurance
- Policy Development
- Team Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
What We Offer
- Attractive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Opportunity to lead a reputed and growing nursing institution.
- Professional, collaborative, and supportive working environment.
- Scope to drive academic excellence, institutional innovation, and quality enhancement.
- Opportunity to contribute to the development of future nursing professionals.
Location
Pramoth Nath Das Academy of Nursing
Burnpur Riverside Road, Hirapur, Asansol, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
- Copies of Educational Qualifications
- State Nursing Council Registration Certificate
- Experience Certificates
- Any additional supporting documents relevant to the position
Application Email:
pndasacademyofnursing@gmail.com
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the selection process.
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