Program Director, Nursing (Ohio)

Stepful•Columbus, OH

13d•$100,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

Stepful is reimagining allied healthcare training by offering affordable, online, instructor-led, and AI-supported programs that help learners launch high-demand healthcare careers. The company partners with leading healthcare institutions to address the growing national shortage of healthcare workers. Stepful is backed by prominent investors and was named the #1 EdTech company in the U.S. by TIME for 2025. The company is seeking a highly motivated Program Director to lead its 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, supporting relationships with healthcare employer partners who hire graduates and sponsor programs.

Requirements

Current, unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse in Ohio (or eligibility to obtain)
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
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 programs, including Ohio 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 is a plus

Responsibilities

Teach and facilitate learning, including didactic instruction, skills lab facilitation, and clinical education.
Oversee nursing curriculum, collaborating with internal teams to review, refine, and improve content.
Manage program enrollment, supporting recruitment, admissions, orientation, and registration.
Support student success, overseeing progress, grading, academic advising, and program completion.
Build and lead the team, supporting hiring, training, and supervision of adjunct instructors.
Partner with enterprise clients, serving as a key point of contact for healthcare partners in Ohio.
Manage resources responsibly, developing and overseeing program budgets and operational resources.
Ensure regulatory compliance, serving as a primary point of contact with the Ohio Board of Nursing.
Drive program quality through ongoing evaluation and assessment, using data for improvement.
Maintain scheduling flexibility, with some evening and weekend obligations required.