Nursing Program Director Grand Rapids, MI $120,000 per year An institution is seeking an experienced Nursing Program Director to lead its nursing education program. This role is responsible for overall administrative management, curriculum oversight, regulatory compliance, and academic quality within the department. The ideal candidate combines clinical expertise with a passion for teaching, leadership, and student achievement.

Schedule:

Full Time.

Compensation:

$120,000 per year.

What You'll Do:

The Nursing Program Director oversees the development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the nursing curriculum to ensure alignment with current healthcare industry standards, and ensures program compliance with national and state accreditation bodies, board of nursing requirements, and institutional standards. The role includes teaching courses and facilitating clinical or lab instruction as needed. The Director recruits, hires, mentors, and evaluates nursing faculty and administrative staff, manages the department budget and resource allocation, and oversees clinical facility partnerships. This includes leading faculty meetings, curriculum committees, and advisory board sessions. The role also monitors student enrollment, retention, academic progression, and licensure and certification pass rates, and builds and maintains relationships with clinical sites, healthcare facilities, and community partners for clinical placements, while providing guidance and support to students navigating their academic programs.

Required Qualifications:

Master's degree (MSN) or higher in Nursing, from an approved nursing education program Current and valid Michigan RN license 5+ years of experience as a registered nurse, including direct patient care experience 2+ years of classroom or didactic teaching experience (clinical teaching alone does not satisfy this requirement) Experience with faculty and staff management, including interviewing, hiring, development, performance reviews, and corrective action Knowledge of nursing skills, laboratory equipment, methods, and educational practices

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience overseeing clinical education and faculty compliance Experience with nursing accreditation processes and board of nursing requirements

Compensation and Benefits:

$120,000 per year Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401k retirement plan Paid time off To apply, submit your resume for consideration.