Undergraduate Nursing Program Director
Company: Merrimack College
Location: North Andover
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Position Description: The
Undergraduate Nursing Program Director will be responsible for the
development and direction of the undergraduate nursing program. The
Director administers the undergraduate nursing program for 100% of
their time coordinating the day to day operations of the program
and will ensure that the undergraduate nursing education program is
in compliance with all the laws and regulations of the State Board
of Registration in Nursing. The Program Director is a member of the
nursing faculty and is expected to attend nursing department
meetings, collaborate on curriculum, assessment and other academic
issues with the faculty. The Program Director provides
administrative oversight to the undergraduate nursing program in
collaboration with the Academic Dean of Nursing. Qualifications –
Minimum requirements: An earned doctoral degree in Nursing Hold a
current Massachusetts Registered Nurse license in good standing
Possess a minimum of 5 years fulltime nursing experience with at
least 3 years fulltime experience, or its equivalent, in nursing
education in a Registered Nurse Program or post-licensure graduate
nursing education program. Additional Qualifications: Experience in
nursing education at the BSN level Exceptional organizational
ability with great attention to detail Experience with computerized
software systems, including but not limited to Google suite and
Microsoft Office Proven ability to meet deadlines. Communicate
effectively with students, faculty, staff and external affiliates
both orally and in writing. Work effectively as part of a team.
Requirements: Doctorally prepared nurse, possessing a minimum of 5
years fulltime nursing experience with at least 3 years fulltime
experience, or its equivalent, in nursing education in a Registered
Nurse Program or a post-licensure graduate nursing education
program. Experienced leadership position and experience with
nursing education regulation and accreditation is preferred.
Effective interpersonal skills. Strong written and verbal
communication skills. Proven strong organizational ability. Current
valid unencumbered MA RN license. Roles and Responsibilities:
Administrative: School of Nursing and Health Sciences Participates
as a member of the Nursing leadership team in advancing the mission
of the School, College and the Department. Serves on Department,
School and College committees. Undergraduate Nursing Program
Administrative: Provides leadership for the Bachelor of Science in
Nursing program by creating an environment that is supportive of
students, faculty and staff in meeting the mission of the
department and outcomes of the BSN program. Collaborates with the
faculty to review and revise policies and procedures for
effectively managing all components of the undergraduate nursing
program in accordance with the College accreditation and state
regulatory policies and procedures including program admission,
retention, and completion to ensure fair treatment of prospective
and enrolled students. Reports to and confer with the Academic Dean
of Nursing on regular intervals regarding the management of the
undergraduate program including policy and procedure issues related
to students, faculty, academic and clinical experiences and
recommendations for ongoing improvement of the Program. Advises the
Dean and Senior Nursing Administrator on the expenses related to
the undergraduate program. Collaborates with the clinical placement
coordinator to ensure clinical sites for students Represents the
College, SNHS and DON at external meetings as directed by the Dean
for the purposes of developing collaborative relationships with
community partners, donors and other stakeholders. Faculty
Responsibilities: Serves as a member of the faculty participating
in department and College committees and shared governance
Students: Monitors progression of students throughout the program
Assists in the coordination of course scheduling and student
advisement Collaborates with faculty, leadership and College
services to support student success throughout the program
Evaluation: Provides leadership while collaborating with faculty to
ensure the systematic evaluation plan of the undergraduate nursing
program is maintained. Reviews program evaluation data with faculty
and staff, department and school leadership regarding the outcomes
of the undergraduate nursing program. Collaborates with faculty and
leadership to make recommendations for improvements to the
undergraduate program based on evaluation data Reports to: Academic
Dean of Nursing This position is subject to the successful
completion of a criminal background check. Application Materials
Should Include: A curriculum vitae. Contact information for three
references. Compensation: The expected base salary range for the
Associate Clinical Professor is $110,000-$145,000, and for the
Clinical Professor is $145,000-$160,000. The actual pay offered to
the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as,
but not limited to, candidate qualifications and prior experience,
scope of responsibilities, internal equity, and market
considerations Statement on Our Mission Merrimack College is a
Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to
building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to
enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by
our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth
through inquiry and dialogue. Merrimack College seeks candidates
who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic
and Augustinian mission. All candidates should describe in their
application how they will foster a culture that supports our
mission. About Merrimack College The only Catholic, Augustinian
institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College
is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than
4,100 undergraduate, 2,500 graduate students and 50 doctoral
students from 48 states and 63 countries. The College features more
than 160 career-focused undergraduate, professional and graduate
programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate
about their subject and student success. The College has six
schools: arts and sciences, engineering and computational sciences,
nursing and health sciences, education and social policy, the
Girard school of business and the graduate school of counseling and
social work. The College’s suburban 220-acre campus is just north
of Boston in North Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Master’s
Colleges and Universities/Larger Programs (M1) institution in the
Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
Merrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in
the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.S. News & World
Report’s ranking of Best Colleges, ranking 38th in the Regional
Universities North category in 2026. Merrimack is a NCAA Division I
athletic institution. Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.
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