Program Director, Nursing (Ohio)

Stepful; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity stake

Health insurance

401(k)

FSA/HSA

Learning stipend

Open vacation policy

15 work-from-anywhere days

Public holidays observed

Job summary

Stepful seeks a Program Director to lead its nursing programs in Ohio, overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring high-quality student experiences. This role partners closely with enterprise healthcare clients to align programs with employer needs.

The position requires in-person presence in Columbus, strong regulatory knowledge, and a track record of program leadership in nursing education. Salary reflects seniority with equity and benefits in a total rewards package.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Ohio (or eligible to obtain).
• Master's degree in nursing.
• Minimum 5+ years RN nursing practice experience.
• At least 2 years as faculty in a registered nursing education program with accreditation involvement.
• Ability to teach didactic, skills lab and clinical settings.
• Experience with simulation technology (Laerdal or similar).
• Familiarity with nursing education accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Experience engaging external partners and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Teach and facilitate learning across modalities (online, in-person).
• Oversee nursing curriculum development and improvement.
• Support program enrollment through recruitment, admissions and orientation.
• Monitor student progress, provide academic advising and support completion.
• Hire, train and supervise adjunct instructors and staff.
• Collaborate with enterprise partners to align programs with employer needs.
• Develop and manage program budgets and resources.
• Ensure compliance with Ohio Board of Nursing and accreditation standards.
• Conduct program evaluation and drive quality improvement.
• Maintain scheduling flexibility, including some evenings and weekends.

Skills

Teaching across modalities

External partnerships

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Job description

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated Program Director to lead our nursing programs in Ohio. This is a dynamic, high-impact role for someone passionate about healthcare education and committed to expanding access to nursing careers for working adults.

The Program Director will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the programs, ensuring they meet rigorous educational standards and that every student receives the highest quality experience. This person will also play an important role in Stepful's enterprise partnerships — working alongside our team to support relationships with healthcare employer partners who hire our graduates and sponsor our programs.

This role requires frequent in-person presence in Columbus, Ohio, and reports to the Senior Director, Nursing Programs.

If you are driven by the opportunity to shape the future of nursing education and make a meaningful difference in students' lives, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Teach and facilitate learning — carry a teaching load that may include didactic instruction (online), skills lab facilitation (in-person), and clinical education (in-person), with flexibility across modalities as program needs evolve.
• Oversee nursing curriculum — collaborate with internal teams to review, refine, and continuously improve content across nursing program curriculum.
• Manage program enrollment — support program enrollment, including recruitment, admissions, orientation, and registration processes.
• Support student success — oversee student progress and performance, including grading, academic advising, and program completion.
• Build and lead the team — support the hiring process, train, and supervise a team of adjunct instructors, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Partner with enterprise clients — serve as a key point of contact for Stepful’s enterprise healthcare partners in Ohio, supporting program alignment and ongoing relationship management.
• Manage resources responsibly — develop and oversee program budgets and operational resources.
• Ensure regulatory compliance — serve as a primary point of contact with the Ohio Board of Nursing, managing ongoing compliance and regulatory requirements for Stepful's nursing programs in the state of Ohio.
• Drive program quality — conduct ongoing program evaluation and assessment, using data to make recommendations for improvement and ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain scheduling flexibility — some evening and weekend obligations are required.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse in Ohio (or eligibility to obtain, if you’re licensed in another state)
• A master's degree in nursing
• 5+ years of RN nursing practice experience
• 2+ years experience as a faculty member with a registered nursing education program, with BoN site visit experience and accreditation involvement
• Demonstrated ability to teach across modalities — didactic, skills lab, and clinical settings
• Experience with Laerdal manikins, or similar simulation technology
• Familiarity with accreditation and regulatory compliance for nursing education programs, including Ohio Board of Nursing requirements
• Experience engaging with external partners, clinical sites, or employer stakeholders — a collaborative, relationship-oriented approach is a must
• Strong ability to work cross-functionally with faculty, staff, students, and institutional partners

Benefits and Compensation

• Meaningful Equity Stake
• Subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plan options
• 401(k)
• FSA, HSA and commuter benefits
• Learning stipend
• Open vacation policy, including:
  • Guidance of 15 days PTO annually
  • Stepful closed the last week of December
  • 15 work-from-anywhere days
  • 10 public holidays observed for 2026

The target base salary range for this opportunity is $100,000 - $125,000, and is part of a competitive total rewards package including equity and benefits. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, internal pay equity and other relevant business considerations.

EEO Statement

Stepful is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.