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Nursing Program Director

Lansing, MI · Remote considered · Job ID 57d6d89d

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We are seeking an experienced, visionary, and dedicated Nursing Program Director to lead our nursing education program. The Program Director will be responsible for overall administrative management, curriculum oversight, regulatory compliance, and academic excellence within the department. The ideal candidate will combine clinical expertise with a passion for teaching, leadership, and student achievement.

Key Responsibilities

Academic & Curriculum Leadership

  • Oversee the development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the nursing curriculum to ensure alignment with current healthcare industry standards.

  • Ensure program compliance with national and state accreditation bodies, board of nursing requirements, and institutional standards.

  • Teach courses and facilitate clinical/lab instruction as needed.

Administrative & Faculty Management

  • Recruit, hire, mentor, and evaluate nursing faculty and administrative staff.

  • Manage the department budget, resource allocation, and clinical facility partnerships.

  • Lead faculty meetings, curriculum committees, and advisory board sessions.

Student Success & Clinical Engagement

  • Monitor student enrollment, retention, academic progression, and licensure/certification pass rates.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clinical sites, healthcare facilities, and community partners for clinical placements.

  • Provide guidance and support to students navigating their academic programs.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution.

Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years of teaching or instructing experience in an academic or clinical nursing education setting.

  • Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in State.

  • Demonstrated leadership, administrative, or supervisory experience in nursing or nursing education preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Strong knowledge of state board regulations, accreditation standards, and nursing education practices.

  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

  • Ability to foster a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

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