About this role
About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated Program Director to lead our nursing programs in Ohio. This is a dynamic, high-impact role for someone who is 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. What You'll Do
- Teach and facilitate learning — carry a teaching load that may include didactic instruction (online), skills lab facilitation (in-person), and clinical education (in-person), with flexibility across modalities as program needs evolve.
- Oversee nursing curriculum — collaborate with internal teams to review, refine, and continuously improve content across nursing program curriculum.
- Manage program enrollment — support program enrollment, including recruitment, admissions, orientation, and registration processes.
- Support student success — oversee student progress and performance, including grading, academic advising, and program completion.
- Build and lead the team — support the hiring process, train, and supervise a team of adjunct instructors, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
- Partner with enterprise clients — serve as a key point of contact for Stepful’s enterprise healthcare partners in Ohio, supporting program alignment and ongoing relationship management.
- Manage resources responsibly — develop and oversee program budgets and operational resources.
- Ensure regulatory compliance — serve as a primary point of contact with the Ohio Board of Nursing, managing ongoing compliance and regulatory requirements for Stepful's nursing programs in the state of Ohio.
- Drive program quality — conduct ongoing program evaluation and assessment, using data to make recommendations for improvement and ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain scheduling flexibility — some evening and weekend obligations are required. What We're Looking For
- Current, unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse in Ohio (or eligibility to obtain, if you’re licensed in another state).
- 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, with BoN site visit experience and accreditation involvement.
- 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 education programs, including Ohio Board of Nursing requirements.
- Experience engaging with external partners, clinical sites, or employer stakeholders — a collaborative, relationship-oriented approach is a must.
- Strong ability to work cross-functionally with faculty, staff, students, and institutional partners. Compensation & Benefits
- Meaningful Equity Stake
- Subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plan