Job Description

Academic Program Director - BSN Nursing

The HealthCare Initiative Pennsylvania, United States (On-site)

 

The Opportunity - Interim Program Director - BSN Nursing Program

A small, student-focused college in the MidAtlantic area is seeking an experienced and inspiring  Interim   Director of its BSN Nursing Program to join at a pivotal time—the college’s  first cohort of BSN students will graduate this coming spring . The program is in a moment of transition, and the institution is committed to finding the right leader to guide its continued growth, mentor its faculty, and ensure continued success in preparing students for licensure and practice.

 

This role reports directly to the Associate Provost of Health Sciences, who is leading the search, and offers a highly collaborative environment that values team-building, student-centered leadership, and academic excellence.

 

Why This Role Stands Out

• Be a Changemaker: Step into a leadership role at a key inflection point—graduate the first class, onboard two new faculty members, and help shape the future of a young, accredited nursing program.
• Supportive Environment: The institution has faculty and infrastructure in place, including a Simulation Director, Clinical Education Coordinator, and Admin Assistant. You’ll lead a team of 8 (plus adjuncts).
• Growth in Motion: Strong incoming cohort with 57 new freshmen, and an ideal class size target of 60. Students are motivated and thriving, and faculty are committed to student outcomes.
• Flexibility and Opportunity: The college is open to both  interim and  interim-to-perm candidates, ideally someone licensed in the state or eligible for temporary licensure. Support for travel and housing can be arranged for interim role.
• Work-Life Balance: No students in the summer; the position is 12-month, but clinical faculty are typically on a 9-month schedule. Full-time presence expected M–F, with flexibility for one clinical practice day per week. Interim assignment to last six to twelve months...will consider interim to perm!

 

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Nurse Educator & Team Builder: You bring not just credentials, but the people skills to unite a faculty team that is committed, yet in need of stronger leadership and cohesion.
• Licensed RN within the state (or eligible for temporary licensure);  Terminal degree (PhD or DNP)required.
• Proven Leadership in Nursing Education with knowledge of state board requirements, accreditation, and program oversight. You may have held academic leadership roles or worked closely with academic teams from a clinical education or adjunct perspective, with knowledge and experience in accreditation.
• Comfortable mentoring new faculty and fostering a positive, collaborative teaching culture.
• Local candidates preferred, but housing/travel assistance available for out-of-area interims.

 

Timeline & Hiring Process

The outgoing director leaves  July 1 , and the college is seeking an  ASAP start date  for an interim leader while searching for the permanent fit. The interview process includes:

1. Virtual interview with a cross-disciplinary committee
2. Onsite visit/interview on campus

 

To Explore This Opportunity

If you are a mission-driven nurse leader excited to shape a growing program and mentor the next generation of nurses, we’d love to connect. Whether you’re seeking a permanent opportunity or open to an interim role, this college offers a meaningful, collaborative environment where your leadership will have lasting impact.

 

FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION:  Send resume to SUE@THI-search.com

 

Sue Forster

Senior Managing Partner

The Healthcare Initiative

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Interim role, Summer work, Local area, Immediate start, Remote job, 1 day per week,

Similar Jobs