Directs all aspects of management and ensures the provision of optimum nursing education resources for the department of nursing education; provides leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies, procedures, strategies, and services for the unit. Prepares, develops, and submits department budget to nursing administration for final approval. Monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with fiscal constraints and explains any variances. Directs the allocation of resources within selected areas through planning, budget process, analysis of statistical reports and other pertinent information. Directs and supervises direct reports. Develops, implements, and coordinates continuous quality/ performance improvement to enhance