Senior Director, Nursing Education

National League for Nursing; Colby (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Colby Community College is seeking a Senior Director of Nursing to lead our Practical Nursing and Associate Degree Nursing programs. This executive role requires strategic direction, curriculum development, and regulatory compliance to advance nursing education in Northwest Kansas.

The position emphasizes accreditation coordination, faculty leadership, and collaboration with local healthcare partners to expand program impact while ensuring quality outcomes for students and communities served.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required.
• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with ability to obtain KS RN licensure on hire.
• Experience in nursing administration or teaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for ADN and PN programs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing curricula for compliance and rigor.
• Oversee scheduling, clinical coordination, and faculty workload.
• Ensure admission, progression, and graduation policies meet requirements.
• Maintain communication with KSBN and ACEN on status and accreditation.
• Prepare and oversee program budgets and equipment management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff supervision

Regulatory knowledge

Education

MSN

RN licensure (KS)

Job description

Colby Community College is seeking a Senior Director of Nursing to lead our Practical Nursing and Associate Degree Nursing programs. This executive role requires strategic direction, curriculum development, and regulatory compliance to advance nursing education in Northwest Kansas.

The position emphasizes accreditation coordination, faculty leadership, and collaboration with local healthcare partners to expand program impact while ensuring quality outcomes for students and communities served.