Hybrid Nursing Education Program Lead

Purdue University College of Engineering-Office of Academic Affairs; Council Bluffs (IA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Purdue Global Academic Program Head in Council Bluffs (Hybrid) invites applications from experienced nursing educators. The role coordinates student onboarding, clinical site relationships, and faculty development while collaborating with the BON and business development teams.

The successful candidate will oversee NCLEX preparation plans, ensure high-quality didactic and clinical experiences, and lead onboarding and faculty training across sites. Travel and strategic leadership are expected.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing required.
• 3–5 years of experience in post-secondary education; online instruction experience is a plus.
• Certification as a Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) to be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Knowledge of best practices in higher education pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Manage direct reports at the program location, including Faculty, Simulation Operations Specialist, NCLEX Mentor, and Clinical Coordinator.
• Act as liaison to the state board of nursing and attend all BON meetings.
• Manage student contracts and compliance; develop and execute the clinical faculty training program and lead onboarding with all clinical sites.
• Develop and maintain key clinical partnerships and collaborate with the Business Development Management team.
• Ensure quality student learning experiences by implementing the NCLEX‑RN preparation plan, monitoring didactic and clinical courses for continuous improvement, and hosting a nursing success meeting for admissions each term.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Financial acumen

Independent work

Strategic thinking

Data analysis

Networking

Relationship management

Multi-tasking

Travel readiness

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Doctoral degree (preferred)

Job description

Purdue Global Academic Program Head in Council Bluffs (Hybrid) invites applications from experienced nursing educators. The role coordinates student onboarding, clinical site relationships, and faculty development while collaborating with the BON and business development teams.

The successful candidate will oversee NCLEX preparation plans, ensure high-quality didactic and clinical experiences, and lead onboarding and faculty training across sites. Travel and strategic leadership are expected.