Director, Clinical Education and Nursing Resource Center

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem State University seeks a Director of Clinical Education and Nursing Resource Center to lead the infrastructure for simulation-based learning, clinical-placement strategy, and faculty-led skills development across the nursing program. You will set standards and coordinate accreditation readiness.

Reporting to nursing program leadership, you will oversee day-to-day operations, budget stewardship, and staff, while partnering with hospitals and sites regionally to improve outcomes through

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing (MSN) and active RN license.
• Eight years of nursing clinical experience with at least five years in leadership/administration.
• Knowledge of clinical education management, simulation, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with online testing and remediation platforms (ATI, NCLEX).

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations and long-term vision of the Nursing Resource Center.
• Direct the design, scheduling, and quality assurance of simulation and skills lab experiences.
• Build and sustain clinical placement partnerships with hospitals and sites across the region.
• Use outcome data to evaluate clinical education effectiveness and drive program improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical education management

Simulation

Regulatory requirements

ATI/NCLEX tools

Education

MSN

RN license

DNP/PhD preferred

Job description

• 493019

• 424 - Nursing

• Staff: Administrator/Professional

• Full-Time

• Closing on: Jul 27 2026

• On-site
• $97,000 - $102,000

Overview

The School of Nursing is shaping the next generation of nurses who will serve the communities of Greater Boston and beyond. As Director of Clinical Education and Nursing Resource Center, you will lead the infrastructure that makes that preparation possible — setting the standard for simulation‑based learning, clinical‑placement strategy, and faculty‑led skills development across the nursing program.

Reporting to nursing program leadership, you will direct the day‑to‑day operations and long‑term vision of the Nursing Resource Center while championing excellence in clinical education across undergraduate and graduate pathways. You will lead the design, scheduling, and quality assurance of simulation and skills lab experiences aligned with current accreditation standards (ACEN/CCNE), while building and sustaining clinical placement partnerships with hospitals, community health settings, and specialty sites throughout the region. Overseeing Resource Center staff, adjunct clinical faculty, and lab operations, including equipment and budget stewardship, will be central to your role, as will using outcome data to evaluate clinical education effectiveness and drive continuous program improvement.

Required Qualifications

1. Master's degree in nursing (MSN) from an accredited program and an active, unencumbered RN license
2. Minimum of eight years of nursing clinical experience, including at least five (5) years of progressive leadership or administrative experience in nursing or health professions education
3. Demonstrated knowledge of clinical education management, simulation, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements
4. Experience with online testing and remediation platforms (e.g., ATI, NCLEX preparation tools)

Preferred Qualifications

1. Doctoral degree (DNP or PhD) in nursing or a related field
2. Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) certification
3. Experience with CCNE accreditation processes and state board regulatory requirements

Working Location

This is an onsite position in Salem, MA with on‑campus, in‑person responsibilities, which may require occasional work on evenings and weekends.

Additional Information

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

ADA Statement

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email [e-mail].

Recruitment Agencies

Salem State University does not partner with or accept candidates from outside staffing agencies. All hiring is managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.