Program Director - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Gables Search Group

Irvine, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accreditation Standards, American Association Critical Care Nurse (AACN), Clinical Medicine, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Healthcare, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Nursing, Nursing Credentials, Nursing Management, Process Improvement, Program Evaluation, Quality Metrics, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Teach Graduate Students, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum
LOCATION
Irvine, CA
POSTED
2 days ago

Location: Irvine, CA

Essential Functions:

  • Provide visionary leadership and day-to-day operational oversight of the MSN program, encompassing both the MSN-Ed and MSN-FNP tracks.
  • Direct curriculum design, evaluation, and continuous improvement, ensuring alignment with national graduate nursing competencies (e.g., AACN Essentials, NONPF) and evolving healthcare workforce needs.
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with CCNE accreditation standards, California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) regulations, and institutional policies, including preparation of self-studies, reports, and site visits.
  • Recruit, mentor, develop, and evaluate faculty across both tracks, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered academic culture.
  • Advance student success through data-informed strategies for admissions, progression, retention, and academic support.
  • Establish and sustain clinical partnerships and preceptor networks to secure high-quality practicum placements for FNP and nursing education students.
  • Lead systematic program assessment and reporting on student outcomes, quality measures, and institutional effectiveness, using results to drive improvement.
  • Teach graduate-level nursing courses as appropriate to expertise and program needs.
  • Model professionalism, scholarly excellence, and a commitment to lifelong learning for faculty, staff, and students.

Required Qualifications:

  • Doctorate in Nursing (PhD, DNP, or EdD) or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
  • Master of Science in Nursing with specialization in Nursing Education and/or Family Nurse Practitioner.
  • Unencumbered California RN license (or eligible for licensure); FNP certification and licensure if applicable.
  • Minimum of three years of graduate-level nursing education experience.
  • Strong background in program administration, curriculum development, and academic leadership.
  • Working knowledge of nursing accreditation standards and regulatory requirements (CCNE, BRN).
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building skills.
  • Compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • National certification and clinical experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC or FNP-C).
  • Graduate-level teaching experience in MSN–Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) and/or MSN–Education (MSN-Ed) tracks.
  • Experience managing multiple nursing program tracks within a university setting.
  • Familiarity with both online and hybrid program delivery models.
  • Proven success in developing clinical partnerships and overseeing practicum coordination.
  • A record of scholarly contributions, research, or leadership in professional nursing organizations.
 

About the Company

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Gables Search Group

Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002.  Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.

At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations.  Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.

Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
https://www.gablessearch.com/