Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing - Program Director of Licensed Practical Nursing Program

Empire State College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire State College seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing to lead the Licensed Practical Nursing program. This full-time faculty role involves teaching, curriculum development, mentoring, and maintaining accreditation standards. An ideal candidate will possess a master's degree in nursing and demonstrate strong leadership in educational environments.

Benefits

NYS health insurance

Free dental and vision

Competitive retirement options

Generous vacation, sick and holiday accruals

Qualifications

• Must hold a master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
• Experience in nursing education and diverse population support is essential.
• Strong organizational and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Licensed Practical Nursing program and curriculum.
• Teach and advise undergraduate nursing students.
• Mentor nursing faculty and support professional development.

Skills

Teaching

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Tools

Learning management systems

Job description

Empire State UniversityJob Posting: Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing - Program Director of Licensed Practical Nursing Program

Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing - Program Director of Licensed Practical Nursing Program

Category: Faculty

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Department: School of Nursing and Allied Health

Locations: Various Locations, NY

Posted: Jun 4, 2025

Closes: Jun 20, 2025 - 11:59 PM EDT

Type: Full-time

PositionID: 188795

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About Empire State University:

Founded in 1971 as the innovative campus of the State University of New York (SUNY), Empire State University empowers learners from diverse backgrounds to achieve their educational goals. We have decades of experience providing educational access through online teaching and learning, individualized instruction, mentoring, and prior learning assessment. We build on our students' experiences to promote their growth and drive upward mobility and economic development in New York state and beyond. SUNY Empire's 100,000 alumni are teachers, nurses, entrepreneurs, and leaders in their communities and their fields. Visit www.sunyempire.edu and follow us on social media @SUNYEmpire.

SUNY Empire is committed to creating a multicultural, inclusive academic and work environment. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe that having diverse faculty and staff is critical to academic excellence and prepares students to live and work in an increasingly global world.

Job Description:

The School of Nursing and Allied Health is seeking a full-time nursing faculty member who will also serve as the Program Director (PD) of the Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN). This faculty position will include teaching responsibilities in nursing while assuming leadership as the Program Director of the proposed LPN program. The faculty member will assist with the LPN program's approval and implementation processes. The PD will oversee the administration, planning, and evaluation of the LPN curriculum, ensuring it meets accreditation standards and effectively prepares students for entry into the nursing profession. This role is designed to provide strategic leadership in program development, ensuring the curriculum remains current, evidence-based, and aligned with both state and national NCLEX-PN licensing requirements. The primary goal of this position is to establish a rigorous and supportive learning environment that produces competent and compassionate LPNs ready to meet diverse healthcare needs in various clinical settings. Additionally, the Program Director will mentor faculty and students, fostering professional growth and contributing to the development of a strong healthcare workforce pipeline. This is an exciting opportunity for a nursing educator with a passion for leadership, curriculum development, and student success.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaching and advising undergraduate students.
• Providing academic leadership and oversight for the LPN program.
• Supervising and mentoring nursing faculty and staff associated with the LPN program.
• Leading recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and professional development of LPN program faculty.
• Collaborating with the dean, department chair, and faculty to ensure academic quality and regulatory compliance within the LPN curriculum.
• Leading continuous program assessment and improvement, including preparation for and maintenance of accreditation.
• Developing and sustaining partnerships with healthcare organizations, school districts, and community colleges to support the growth and relevance of the LPN program.
• Overseeing administrative functions related to the LPN program, including course development and improvement, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting.

Direct Reports:

Employees reporting to the Program Director of an LPN program include:

• Lecture Faculty: Responsible for delivering classroom-based theoretical instruction in nursing topics and foundational healthcare concepts.
• Clinical Faculty: Oversee and guide students in clinical settings, providing hands-on training and evaluating students' practical skills and competencies.
• Clinical Coordinators: Manage clinical site placements, coordinate schedules with healthcare facilities, and ensure clinical experiences meet program standards.
• Program Support Staff: Assist with administrative tasks, student records management, scheduling, and day-to-day program operations.
• Lab/Skills Instructors: Facilitate practical lab sessions, teach hands-on nursing skills, and ensure students are prepared for clinical practice.
• Student Success or Advisement Coordinators: Provide academic support and guidance to students, monitor their progress, and assist with interventions if needed.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• A master's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. university in Nursing.
• Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the relevant state.
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a healthcare setting, preferably with experience in nursing education.
• College or university level teaching experience.
• Experience with supporting diverse populations.
• Ability to work in a distributed faculty environment.
• Demonstrated teaching and mentoring skills, with a strong commitment to supporting student development and success.
• In-depth knowledge of nursing practices, educational methodologies, and current healthcare industry standards.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with an ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and external partners. A commitment to promoting a positive learning environment and advancing nursing education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Doctorate in Nursing (DNP or PhD) or in Education (EdD) with a focus on nursing education or health sciences.
• Prior experience teaching in an LPN program or similar nursing program, with a demonstrated record of curriculum development and assessment.
• Experience with teaching in online learning environments.
• Certification in nursing education (e.g., Certified Nurse Educator - CNE) or a related specialty that enhances instructional and program leadership skills.
• Proficiency with learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard, Canvas) and student management software to support course delivery and student progress tracking.
• Experience with accreditation processes.
• Established professional relationships within the healthcare and nursing education communities to support clinical partnerships and student placements.
• Bilingual and biliterate in Spanish and English.

Special Information:

• Occasional travel will be required to fulfill university-wide commitments.
• Office hours will vary to accommodate student needs.
• Some evening and/or weekend engagement with students is required.
• This position requires occasional visits to the healthcare facility to assess the student clinical learning environment.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
• SUNY Empire provides employees with robust remote and flexible work options to meet the needs of students, faculty, and staff in a dispersed work environment.

Additional Information:

Rank/Salary:Tenure-track, assistant/associate professor, minimum starting salary of $80,000, appointment and salary to commensurate with experience and qualifications.

We are pleased to offer our employees an excellent benefit package which includes NYS health insurance, free dental and vision, competitive retirement options, and generous vacation, sick and holiday accruals; and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.We also offer faculty-development opportunities that encourage pursuit of disciplinary and community-focused research, scholarship of teaching and learning, and leadership development. Faculty-development opportunities include our annual Fall Academic Conference and the annual Institute on Mentoring, Teaching and Learning.

SUNY Empire is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University. SUNY Empire is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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