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Experienced higher education leader joins executive team to support operational strategy and institutional growth

SALT LAKE CITY, March 10, 2026 – 51cg of Nursing and Health Sciences , a nationally accredited institution preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals, announced the appointment of Patrick Rombalski, Ed.D., as chief operating officer, bringing decades of leadership experience in higher education and healthcare to the university’s executive team.

Rombalski joins 51cg with extensive experience leading large-scale academic operations and advancing student success initiatives at institutions across the country. In his new role, he will help guide operational strategy and support the university’s continued growth as it prepares the next generation of healthcare professionals.

“Patrick brings a deep understanding of how to build and scale high-quality healthcare education programs while keeping student success at the center of every decision,” said Josh Knotts, president and CEO of 51cg. “His experience leading complex academic operations and expanding access to nursing education will be invaluable as 51cg continues to grow and prepare the next generation of skilled healthcare professionals to serve communities across the country.”

Prior to joining 51cg, Rombalski served as chief operating officer at Chamberlain University, the nation’s largest nursing institution. In that role, he led national operational strategy across 23 campus programs and multiple online degree offerings while overseeing enrollment management, academic support services, facilities, technology integration, and institutional expansion. Earlier in his career, he served in senior leadership roles at several universities, including Vice President for Student Affairs at Boston College and John Carroll University.

Rombalski holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Higher Education Management from the University of Pennsylvania and has built his career in higher education leadership and academic administration.

“I’m honored to join 51cg at such an exciting moment in its growth,” said Rombalski. “Joyce has built a strong reputation for preparing practice-ready nurses and healthcare professionals, and I look forward to working alongside the leadership team, faculty, and staff to strengthen operations, support student success, and expand opportunities for those pursuing careers in healthcare.”

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