Nursing Program Director

Program•Omaha, NE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Program Director provides internal leadership and direction to the CNA, LPN, and RN programs. The position supports curriculum and program development, facilitates internal program review and outcome assessment, and collaborates across the college and with communities of interest to establish strategic direction for the nursing programs. The director oversees accreditation and regulatory compliance, program planning and resources, curriculum evaluation, student success, clinical placements, and relationships with healthcare organizations and industry partners. The role also includes budget responsibilities, grant-related work, and coordination of program activities and advisory committee meetings. This is an on-premise position at the South Omaha Campus, with Monday–Friday day hours. Evening and weekend work may be needed, and travel between campuses is required for meetings or position responsibilities. The position requires a master’s degree in Nursing or a directly related field, three years of clinical experience, and Registered Nurse status in Nebraska. Equivalent combinations of education and/or work experience will be considered.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Nursing or a directly related field.
Three years of clinical experience.
Registered Nurse in Nebraska.
Ability to travel between campuses for meetings or position responsibilities.
Must pass a background check.
Knowledge of issues related to nursing education and nursing education needs and goals.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows software.
Planning and organizational skills.
Written and oral communication skills, including strong spelling, grammar, and editing skills.
Strong management and supervisory skills.
Ability to demonstrate cooperation and professionalism.
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to write and maintain accurate records and manage resources effectively.
Ability to maintain professionalism, patience, and understanding in stressful situations.
Ability to maintain expertise in the nursing field.
Ability to work and interact effectively with various cultures and ethnicities.

Nice To Haves

Nursing education experience.
Higher education experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee compliance with ACEN accreditation standards and State Board of Nursing regulations.
Oversee strategic program planning to ensure sufficient staffing, facilities, technology, and budgetary resources for high-quality nursing education.
Use outcomes assessment data, program review data, and industry advisor input to make data-informed decisions.
Design, implement, and evaluate learning and assessment resources.
Facilitate review, evaluation, and modification of curriculum to align with accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and workforce needs.
Coordinate program activities, including orientation, graduation, and pinning ceremonies.
Perform budgetary responsibilities related to fiscal resources allocated to the nursing programs as needed.
Evaluate, design, and implement improved learner support systems.
Monitor student success metrics, including retention, graduation, classroom and clinical performance, and NCLEX pass rates, and address concerns to enhance learning outcomes.
Lead accreditation and regulatory activities, including preparing required reports, maintaining program data, coordinating site visits, and ensuring continuous compliance.
Participate in grant development, administration, and reporting to support program innovation and resource expansion.
Build and maintain positive relationships with healthcare organizations and industry partners.
Secure and support clinical placements and experiential learning opportunities.
Schedule and plan program advisory committee meetings and student clinical opportunities.
Attend work, activities, and functions consistently and dependably as scheduled or assigned.