Program Director - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

NPAworldwide; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide invites applications for a senior leadership role directing the MSN program, overseeing both MSN-Ed and MSN-FNP tracks. The incumbent will drive curriculum design, assessment, and accreditation readiness while fostering a collaborative academic culture and robust practicum partnerships.

The role requires a doctoral degree in nursing or related field, MSN with nursing education/FNP specialization, and CA RN licensure.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in nursing or related field from regionally accredited institution.
• MSN with specialization in Nursing Education and/or Family Nurse Practitioner.
• Unencumbered California RN license (or eligible for licensure); FNP certification/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 commensurate with education, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and day-to-day oversight of the MSN program (MSN-Ed and MSN-FNP).
• Direct curriculum design, evaluation, and continuous improvement aligned with AACN Essentials and NONPF.
• Ensure compliance with CCNE accreditation standards, BRN regulations, and institutional policies, including self-studies and site visits.
• Recruit, mentor, develop, and evaluate faculty across tracks.
• Advance student success through data-informed admissions, progression, retention, and support strategies.
• Sustain clinical partnerships and preceptor networks for practicum placements.
• Lead systematic program assessment and reporting on student outcomes and institutional effectiveness.
• Teach graduate-level nursing courses as needed to expertise and program needs.
• Model professionalism and lifelong learning for faculty, staff, and students.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum design

Academic governance

Communication

Education

PhD/EdD in Nursing or related field

MSN with Nursing Education and/or FNP specialization

Job description

• 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.

Job Description

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.

Qualifications

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 MSNFamily Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) and/or MSNEducation (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.

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

It is a prime stepping-stone to full academic leadership, combining high-level administrative, accreditation, and strategic experience with hands-on teaching, all while keeping your clinical expertise sharp.

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 135000

Salary Max : $ 135000

Currency Type : USD