Founding CRNA Program Director

Rockhurst-University; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockhurst University’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences seeks an experienced CRNA to serve as founding Program Director for a jointly offered nurse anesthesia program. The role leads design, development and implementation, aligns curricula with COA standards, and pursues accreditation.

The successful candidate will build university partnerships, recruit faculty, and establish learning experiences for students and clinical sites.

Qualifications

• Current CRNA certification required.
• Doctorate degree required.
• Extensive knowledge of nurse anesthesia accreditation standards and processes.
• Proven experience in program design, curriculum development, and accreditation.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop a COA-aligned nurse anesthesia curriculum and clinical training.
• Lead accreditation preparation and COA submissions; coordinate with Higher Learning Commission review.
• Identify facilities, technology, and resources to support the program.
• Recruit and onboard qualified faculty and staff; support coursework and clinical experiences.
• Establish metrics for program evaluation and continuous improvement to maintain accreditation.

Skills

CRNA

Doctorate

Accreditation standards

Program design

Curriculum development

Accreditation processes

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Doctorate

CRNA certification

Job description

Rockhurst University’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences seeks an experienced CRNA to serve as founding Program Director for a jointly offered nurse anesthesia program. The role leads design, development and implementation, aligns curricula with COA standards, and pursues accreditation.

The successful candidate will build university partnerships, recruit faculty, and establish learning experiences for students and clinical sites.