Associate Lecturer - BSN Program Director, School of Nursing

UW Candidate Experience • Laramie, WY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The BSN Program Director is a member of the faculty (rank commensurate with experience) who also holds a faculty appointment that includes administrative responsibilities managing the BSN programs within the Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing. Responsibilities include: Instruction in classroom, online, simulation, and/or clinical settings Service to school, college, university and profession Professional advising of students in the BSN programs Oversight of day-to-day program operations Partnering with Campus resources such as admissions, academic support and financial aid staff to generate a prospective student pool Working with nursing programs at Wyoming institutions of higher learning as a partner in the statewide Revolutionizing Nursing Education in Wyoming (ReNEW) collaborative Working with the Dean to support instructors who provide a high-quality learning experience for the student. This is a fiscal year appointment beginning in August 2026.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution
• License/Certification: Current, unencumbered, NLC multi-state compact nursing license including state of Wyoming or active Wyoming license or ability to obtain Wyoming license
• 5 years experience as licensed and practicing nurse and 2 years supervisory experience
• Teaching experience equivalent to associate or higher rank in the School of Nursing
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years administrative experience
• 4 years supervisory experience
• 4 years teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Instruction in classroom, online, simulation, and/or clinical settings
• Service to school, college, university and profession
• Professional advising of students in the BSN programs
• Oversight of day-to-day program operations
• Partnering with Campus resources such as admissions, academic support and financial aid staff to generate a prospective student pool
• Working with nursing programs at Wyoming institutions of higher learning as a partner in the statewide Revolutionizing Nursing Education in Wyoming (ReNEW) collaborative
• Working with the Dean to support instructors who provide a high-quality learning experience for the student.
• Develop and maintain program compliance and accreditation records
• Coordinate program review activities addressing student, course, program levels
• Oversee systems of compliance for clinical requirements (i.e. student medical records, immunization records, training, etc.)
• Establish new and nurture existing affiliation agreements
• Assist in recruitment, selection, supervision, training, mentoring, assignment, evaluation of program full-time/part-time faculty, preceptors, staff
• Collaborate with School Dean to align program operations, budget, resources with School and College initiatives & strategic plans
• Initiate, review, update program policies, procedures, & initiate department in-service/training for applicable regulatory bodies (i.e. OSHA, HIPPA, Hazardous Communication, FERPA, state law, practice standards & college policy)
• Work with School Dean to plan/assign program schedule to meet student needs; including faculty workloads, clinical schedule, clinical placements, program meetings, student program placements in accordance with College policy/procedure.
• Manage, support, monitor student recruitment, admissions, selection, advising processes
• Teach as needed within program using student-centered teaching practices coupled with development & use of appropriate, current educational materials to maximize student engagement & success.
• Engage with peers, internal/external stakeholders to improve student learning
• Maintain, adapt curriculum that is current, effective, relevant to establish learning competencies.
• Oversee, implement best practices of instructional design for all program offerings. Oversee consistency/deployment of distance-based & on-campus curricular offerings.
• Provide learning environment that promotes respect/rapport, & values differences
• Advise student clubs/groups as appropriate
• Assist School and College in local, state, regional, or national projects/programs, board, or groups when appropriate
• Implement suggestions from students/peers
• Keep informed of current trends/new approaches to clinical practice & instruction via professional development activities
• As required, attend college, division, program, & professional trainings/meetings; may require overnight travel.

Benefits

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees