Program Director, Nursing (Indiana)

Stepful•Bedford, IN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Stepful is seeking an experienced nursing education leader to help launch its nursing programs in Indiana. The role will adapt an established practical nursing program to Indiana-specific requirements, work with the Indiana State Board of Nursing, and establish clinical partnerships and a learning environment that supports student success. It is a 1099 contract role requiring approximately 10 hours per week, primarily through Zoom and independent work. Weekly hours are expected to increase closer to launch, and the role may evolve into a full-time position as the program grows. The position requires some in-person presence in the Bedford, Indiana area, including at the simulation lab and clinical partner sites. Much of the work at this stage can be completed remotely through virtual meetings and self-directed project work. As the program approaches launch, responsibilities may expand to include teaching and facilitating didactic, skills lab, and clinical learning; curriculum oversight; enrollment and student-success support; adjunct instructor hiring and supervision; enterprise partner relationship management; budget and resource oversight; regulatory compliance; and program evaluation. Some evening and weekend obligations are required.

Requirements

Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse licensure in Indiana, or eligibility to obtain it if licensed in another state.
Master’s degree in nursing.
At least 5 years of RN nursing practice experience.
At least 2 years of experience as a faculty member with a registered nursing education program.
Demonstrated ability to teach in didactic, skills lab, and clinical settings.
Experience with Laerdal manikins or similar simulation technology.
Familiarity with nursing program accreditation and regulatory compliance, including Indiana Board of Nursing requirements.
Strong ability to work cross-functionally with faculty, staff, students, and institutional partners.

Nice To Haves

Experience engaging with external partners, clinical sites, or employer stakeholders.
A collaborative, relationship-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

Audit Stepful’s existing practical nursing program for Indiana-specific compliance requirements and advise the learning team on program adjustments.
Compile and work on the Indiana State Board of Nursing application under the Dean of Nursing’s supervision, including informal pre-conversations with Board members.
Conduct outreach to clinical sites in the Bedford area to secure affiliation agreements, visit facilities, conduct walkthroughs, and build relationships.
Oversee the setup of Stepful’s simulation lab in Bedford, Indiana.
Oversee advisory board meetings for the program.
As the program approaches launch, teach and facilitate learning, potentially including didactic instruction, in-person skills lab facilitation, and in-person clinical education.
Collaborate with internal teams to review, refine, and continuously improve the practical nursing and registered nursing program curricula.
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, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
Serve as a key contact for Stepful’s enterprise healthcare partners in Ohio, supporting program alignment and relationship management.
Develop and oversee program budgets and operational resources.
Manage ongoing compliance and regulatory requirements for Stepful’s nursing programs in Ohio and serve as a primary point of contact with the Ohio Board of Nursing.
Conduct ongoing program evaluation and assessment, using data to recommend improvements and support accreditation and regulatory compliance.
Maintain scheduling flexibility to meet evening and weekend obligations.