CRNA Program Director: Shape Nursing Anesthesia Education

Trinity Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision starting day 1

Retirement match

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

RN to BSN tuition paid

Relocation assistance

DailyPay

Diversity & Inclusion groups

Employee referrals

Job summary

Mount Carmel College of Nursing seeks an experienced CRNA educator and academic leader to serve as Program Director for its DNP Nurse Anesthesia Program. This role shapes the next generation of nurse anesthetists, leads a growing academic program, and builds strong clinical partnerships within a mission-driven institution.

The position requires a DNP or PhD, CRNA certification, Ohio licensure eligibility, at least five years of CRNA practice, and three years in nurse anesthesia education.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in nursing required (DNP or PhD).
• Current CRNA certification.
• Unencumbered RN/APRN license or eligibility for Ohio licensure.
• Minimum 5 years CRNA clinical practice.
• Minimum 3 years academic experience in nurse anesthesia education.
• Strong knowledge of COA accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction and quality improvement for the DNP-CRNA program.
• Ensure COA accreditation compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with partners to ensure high-quality clinical education experiences.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate program policies and outcomes.
• Prepare accreditation reports, self-studies, and documentation.
• Teach didactic and clinical courses as appropriate.
• Mentor faculty in teaching effectiveness and scholarship.
• Recruit, hire, and evaluate program faculty and instructors.
• Provide student advising and mentorship.

Education

DNP or PhD in nursing

CRNA certification

OH RN/APRN licensure eligibility

Job description

Mount Carmel College of Nursing seeks an experienced CRNA educator and academic leader to serve as Program Director for its DNP Nurse Anesthesia Program. This role shapes the next generation of nurse anesthetists, leads a growing academic program, and builds strong clinical partnerships within a mission-driven institution.

The position requires a DNP or PhD, CRNA certification, Ohio licensure eligibility, at least five years of CRNA practice, and three years in nurse anesthesia education.