Program Director - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

H. T. PROF Group; Irvine, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group seeks a Program Director for the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) in Irvine, CA. The role oversees both MSN-Ed and MSN-FNP tracks, with a focus on curriculum design and accreditation readiness.

The ideal candidate will guide faculty, drive student success, and maintain strong clinical partnerships while ensuring program quality and regulatory compliance. No remote work is offered; on-site leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Nursing or related field from an accredited program.
• MSN with a focus in Nursing Education or Family Nurse Practitioner.
• Unencumbered California RN license or eligible for licensure.
• Minimum three years of graduate nursing education experience.
• Strong program administration and leadership background.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and day-to-day oversight of the MSN program.
• Direct curriculum design, evaluation, and improvement aligned with competencies.
• Ensure compliance with CCNE and BRN standards and accreditation processes.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty across tracks.
• Advance student success with data-informed admissions and progression strategies.
• Establish clinical partnerships and practicum networks for high-quality placements.
• Lead program assessment and reporting to drive continuous improvement.
• Teach graduate-level nursing courses as needed.

Skills

Program leadership

Curriculum development

Accreditation knowledge

Faculty mentorship

Data-driven decision making

Education

PhD/EdD/DNP in Nursing

MSN in Nursing Education or FNP

RN licensure in CA

Tools

BRN/CCNE standards

Academic leadership tools

Job description

Program Director - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Location Irvine, CA
No Remote

Type Direct Hire

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.