Program Director, Nursing

Jobtailor

Kentucky

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Nursing Educator to lead RN/PN program instruction across didactic, skills lab, and clinical settings in Ohio. The role emphasizes curriculum development, accreditation, and external partner engagement to ensure high-quality student outcomes.

The candidate will oversee budgeting, program evaluation, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with the Ohio Board of Nursing. Evening/weekend availability is required to support flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

Active Ohio RN license or eligibility to obtain one
Master's degree in nursing
5+ years RN practice experience
2+ years faculty experience in nursing education
Ability to teach across didactic, skills lab and clinical settings
Experience with Laerdal manikins or similar simulation technology
Familiarity with nursing-program accreditation and regulatory compliance
Experience engaging with external partners, clinical sites, or employer stakeholders
Ability to work cross-functionally with faculty, staff, students, and institutional partners
Some evening and weekend availability required

Responsibilities

Teach and facilitate learning through didactic instruction, in-person skills lab facilitation, and in-person clinical education
Oversee, review, refine, and continuously improve PN and RN curriculum
Support program enrollment, including recruitment, admissions, orientation, and registration
Oversee student progress and performance, including grading, academic advising, and program completion
Support hiring, train, and supervise adjunct instructors
Serve as a key contact for enterprise healthcare partners in Ohio and manage ongoing relationships
Develop and oversee program budgets and operational resources
Serve as primary contact with the Ohio Board of Nursing and manage regulatory compliance
Conduct program evaluation and assessment and use data to recommend improvements
Ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements
Fulfill some evening and weekend obligations

Skills

Curriculum Development

Program Evaluation

Grading and Academic Advising

Regulatory Compliance

Data-Driven Improvement

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Current Registered Nurse Licensure in Ohio

Tools

Laerdal Manikins

Simulation Technology

Job description

Teach and facilitate learning through didactic instruction, in-person skills lab facilitation, and in-person clinical education
Oversee, review, refine, and continuously improve PN and RN curriculum
Support program enrollment, including recruitment, admissions, orientation, and registration
Oversee student progress and performance, including grading, academic advising, and program completion
Support hiring, train, and supervise adjunct instructors
Serve as a key contact for enterprise healthcare partners in Ohio and manage ongoing relationships
Develop and oversee program budgets and operational resources
Serve as primary contact with the Ohio Board of Nursing and manage regulatory compliance
Conduct program evaluation and assessment and use data to recommend improvements
Ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements
Fulfill some evening and weekend obligations

Requirements

Current, unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse in Ohio, or eligibility to obtain it if licensed in another state
Master's degree in nursing
5+ years of RN nursing practice experience
2+ years of experience as a faculty member with a registered nursing education program
Ability to teach across didactic, skills lab, and clinical settings
Experience with Laerdal manikins or similar simulation technology
Familiarity with nursing-program accreditation and regulatory compliance, including Ohio Board of Nursing requirements
Experience engaging with external partners, clinical sites, or employer stakeholders
Ability to work cross-functionally with faculty, staff, students, and institutional partners
Some evening and weekend availability required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in nursing education, curriculum development, and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on student performance and program evaluation. Proven ability to engage with healthcare partners and manage operational resources effectively.

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