Program Director - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

H. T. PROF Group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group in Irvine, CA, seeks a Program Director for the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) to provide visionary leadership and oversee the MSN program across MSN-Ed and MSN-FNP tracks.

The role directs curriculum design, accreditation compliance with CCNE/BRN, faculty development, and partnerships for practicum placements, with opportunities to teach graduate courses and advance scholarly work.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in nursing or related field required.
• MSN with specialization in Nursing Education or FNP required.
• Active California RN license or eligible; FNP certification if applicable.
• Minimum of three years graduate nursing education experience.
• Strong background in program administration and curriculum development.
• Knowledge of CCNE and BRN accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and day-to-day oversight of the MSN program across tracks.
• Direct curriculum design, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with CCNE accreditation and BRN regulations.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty across tracks.
• Advance student success through data-informed admissions and retention strategies.
• Lead practicum partnerships and teach graduate courses as needed.

Skills

Program leadership

Curriculum design

Academic leadership

Communication

Team building

Education

Doctorate in Nursing

MSN with Nursing Education or FNP

Unencumbered CA RN license

Job description

Program Director - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Location Irvine, CA
No Remote

Type Direct Hire

ID CA162-2755680

Posted Sep 8, 2026

Location: Irvine, CA

Essential Functions:

• Provide visionary leadership and day-to-day operational oversight of the MSN program, encompassing both the MSN-Ed and MSN-FNP tracks.
• Direct curriculum design, evaluation, and continuous improvement, ensuring alignment with national graduate nursing competencies (e.g., AACN Essentials, NONPF) and evolving healthcare workforce needs.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with CCNE accreditation standards, California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) regulations, and institutional policies, including preparation of self-studies, reports, and site visits.
• Recruit, mentor, develop, and evaluate faculty across both tracks, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered academic culture.
• Advance student success through data-informed strategies for admissions, progression, retention, and academic support.
• Establish and sustain clinical partnerships and preceptor networks to secure high-quality practicum placements for FNP and nursing education students.
• Lead systematic program assessment and reporting on student outcomes, quality measures, and institutional effectiveness, using results to drive improvement.
• Teach graduate-level nursing courses as appropriate to expertise and program needs.
• Model professionalism, scholarly excellence, and a commitment to lifelong learning for faculty, staff, and students.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Nursing (PhD, DNP, or EdD) or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Master of Science in Nursing with specialization in Nursing Education and/or Family Nurse Practitioner.
• Unencumbered California RN license (or eligible for licensure); FNP certification and licensure if applicable.
• Minimum of three years of graduate-level nursing education experience.
• Strong background in program administration, curriculum development, and academic leadership.
• Working knowledge of nursing accreditation standards and regulatory requirements (CCNE, BRN).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building skills.
• Compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• National certification and clinical experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC or FNP-C).
• Graduate-level teaching experience in MSN–Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) and/or MSN–Education (MSN-Ed) tracks.
• Experience managing multiple nursing program tracks within a university setting.
• Familiarity with both online and hybrid program delivery models.
• Proven success in developing clinical partnerships and overseeing practicum coordination.
• A record of scholarly contributions, research, or leadership in professional nursing organizations.