Miriam D. Steil

Dynamic nursing leader with extensive experience in academic administration and education. Expertise in developing robust nursing programs, enhancing faculty performance, and driving student success through strategic initiatives. Committed to fostering inclusive environments that prepare future nurse leaders while ensuring compliance with accreditation standards.

• Over 20 years of global medical mission leadership (Guatemala, El Salvador, Haiti)
• Small group leader and Hospitality Team volunteer at local church
• Passionate about health equity, student mentorship, and servant leadership

• Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, OK, Adjunct Instructor & Curriculum Writer (DNP Program), 01/01/20, 12/31/21, Developed curriculum and delivered online instruction for DNP leadership courses via Zoom and D2L.
• Rasmussen College, Land O’ Lakes & New Port Richey, FL, Assistant Professor / Simulation Coordinator / Lab Coordinator, 01/01/11, 12/31/20, Lead instructor in ADN, ABSN, and PN programs across Med-Surg, Pharmacology, and Public Health. Designed and delivered simulation experiences; trained faculty in simulation theory and implementation. Mentored new faculty, supported quarterly student orientations, and contributed to the Leadership Development Program.
• ACEN, Peer Evaluator, 01/01/19, Present, Evaluated nursing programs for ACEN compliance; advanced understanding of accreditation standards and quality education practices.

• Rasmussen University, Central Pasco, FL, Dean of Nursing / Nurse Administrator, 03/01/24 to Present. Provide strategic leadership for all nursing programs, ensuring alignment with university vision, accreditation standards, and student learning outcomes. Direct recruitment, supervision, and evaluation of over 90 faculty and staff, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation. Monitor key academic metrics, develop responsive action plans to improve NCLEX pass rates, graduation rates, and retention. Oversee onboarding and ongoing development for faculty across classroom, lab, clinical, and simulation environments. Cultivate clinical site relationships and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Rasmussen University, Central Pasco, FL, Associate Dean of Nursing, 10/01/20 to 03/01/24, Supervised 16 full-time and over 80 adjunct faculty; implemented an adjunct faculty orientation program to improve consistency in curriculum delivery. Led campus-wide faculty onboarding and evaluation, enhancing instructional quality across program levels. Supported accreditation documentation and campus-level implementation of program assessments and improvements. Acted as liaison between faculty and administration, streamlining communication and operations.