Position Overview:

The School of Nursing at Boise State University invites applications for a Program Director, with a Clinical Open Rank Professor position. The primary responsibility of the Program Director involves leading and managing the prelicence BS program, overseeing curriculum, instruction, program development, and clinical placements. Clinical faculty involves teaching students in both academic and clinical settings, supervising clinical experiences, and engaging in professionally related community service. While they may, they are not required to participate in research or scholarship activities as part of their regular assignment. The successful candidate will have a background in nurse education and competence in a specific clinical practice area. Candidates should also be technologically competent and able to use technology to deliver effective education.

This position is location-specific to the Boise State University campus and requires in-person, pre-license BS program teaching. Clinical faculty generally teach 12 hours of didactic and clinical/lab/simulation courses, or 80% of the allotted workload per semester, with the remaining time devoted toward research and service. For this position, the ideal candidate will work mainly with students in the learning lab, simulation lab, and out in the clinical setting. There may be opportunities for a didactic workload assignment in the future.

Department overview:

The Boise State University School of Nursing is a top-ranked nursing program in Idaho, known for its commitment to preparing graduates to be leaders in transforming healthcare. The school offers a variety of programs, including:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BS): A challenging program emphasizing leadership skills, professional values, and core nursing competencies. The program includes clinical rotations at schools, hospitals, healthcare clinics, and district health departments. The program is five semesters long, with summers off. 

RN-BS Completion Track: An online program that offers a holistic learning experience with support from faculty and advisors. The program is designed to help registered nurses continue their education while balancing personal and employment commitments. 

BS-DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice: An online program for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (nurse anesthetists, nurse practitioners, and nurse midwives). The program focuses on quality improvement and translating theory into practice. 

Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP): A program offered through the BS-DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice. 

Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP): A program offered through the BS-DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice. 

Key Features of the School of Nursing:

• State-of-the-art simulation education: Students learn in a simulated healthcare environment, providing hands-on experience before entering real-world clinical settings.

• Focused clinical placement: The school partners with top healthcare facilities in Idaho to provide students with meaningful clinical experiences.

• Faculty dedicated to advancing the field:  Experienced educators passionate about helping students bridge nursing theory into practice and engaging in research and scholarship.

• A focus on leadership and innovation: The school prepares students to become healthcare leaders and contribute innovative solutions to healthcare challenges.

The School of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The school's Simulation Center is accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare's Council for Accreditation of Healthcare Simulation Programs. 

About Boise State:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about faculty careers at Boise State and the City of Boise.

Position Responsibilities:

• Ability to appropriately manage faculty workload and provide oversight of faculty performance.

• Oversight of curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation of the educational program.

• Oversight of program standards for admission, progression, and graduation.

• Oversight of program resources.

• Oversight of program policy development, implementation, and enforcement.

• Ensure program contribution to the strategic plan for the School, College, and University.

• Analysis of program data and creation of program reports required by the university, accreditation agencies (AACN & NONPF), and the Idaho State Board of Nursing.

• Ensure there are sufficient numbers of adequately prepared faculty to teach required courses. 

• Ensure optimum communication with the rest of the University, the Graduate college (for graduate program directors), the community, the school, and within the program.

• Ensure full time and adjunct faculty are oriented and adequately mentored to their roles and courses.

• Ensure clinical placements are completed for program and all compliance documentation and clinical affiliations are complete.

• Ensure program faculty members are provided with opportunities to make progress toward promotion and/or tenure.

• Resolution of personnel and student issues as appropriate within the School.

• Formation and oversight of program teams/committees.

• Development of course schedules and workload assignments with faculty, relevant staff, and Program Directors.

• Ensure on campus sessions/classes are designed and conducted using best teaching practices, student needs, and fit with the curriculum.

• Annual evaluation of full time and adjunct faculty (includes a review of student evaluations of faculty).

• Demonstrate and mentor faculty in effective and evidence-based teaching methods.

• Provide collaborative, positive leadership for program faculty and staff to conduct program activities.

• Work in collaboration with school leadership and as a member of the leadership team to plan and lead SON programs and initiatives.

• Participate in Program, School, College, and University committees and activities.

• Work with other nursing program directors to ensure the curriculum is appropriately aligned.

• Provide relevant professional service and/or nursing representation in the community and external to the university, such as in professional associations, boards, journals, etc. 

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others within the University, the community, and clinical agencies.

• Participate in activities promoting personal and professional educational growth.

• Uphold the Faculty Expectations Policy, which includes commitment to the COHS Shared Values.

*Teaching effectiveness, creative scholarship, and community and University activities are incorporated in the above position responsibilities and are used for annual faculty evaluation and for promotion and tenure. 

Minimum qualifications:

• Nursing degree required: Master’s degree, with a focus in nursing. 

• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Idaho or Nursing compact states by starting date of employment required.

• Capability to develop, administer, and evaluate curriculum to meet outcomes.

• Ability to handle complex scheduling with interdependencies.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience directing a nursing program

• 1 to 3 years of Higher Education experience

• Proficiency in implementing continuous quality improvement processes

• Experience managing a budget and operational costs

• Familiarity with accreditation, certification, or regulations and programmatic implications

• 2 to 3 years of leadership and management experience

• On-campus, at Boise State (not remote)

Required application materials:

• CV/Resume that includes employment history (with dates).

• A cover letter that describes your interest in and qualifications for the position.

• Teaching evaluations demonstrating teaching effectiveness, if available

• Statement about teaching philosophy.

• Contact information for 3 professional references.

Closing Date: 

Position will remain open until filled. Applications are being reviewed as received.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary commensurate with rank and experience. 

Our standard faculty contract is a 9-month contract (unless otherwise noted) with pay and benefits spread over 12 months. This is a yearly, renewable contract, unless noted that the position is temporary. More information about faculty contract and work days is available here. 

Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 9.27% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)

• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages

• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents

• See our full benefits page for more information