Program Director, Nursing (Ohio)

The Opportunity

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.

This person 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. This role also involves partnering with enterprise clients, serving as a key point of contact for Stepful’s enterprise healthcare partners in Ohio, supporting program alignment and ongoing relationship management.

This role requires frequent in-person presence in Columbus, Ohio, and reports to the Senior Director, Nursing Programs.

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 You'll Bring

• 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

Interview Process

• Introductory call with Talent Acquisition
• Interview with Hiring Manager
• Take-Home Assignment
• Final Panel Interviews

Benefits And Compensation

• Meaningful Equity Stake
• Subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plan options
• 401(k)
• FSA, HSA and commuter benefits
• Learning stipend
• Open vacation policy, including: Guidance of 15 days PTO annually
• Stepful closed the last week of December
• 15 work-from-anywhere days
• 10 public holidays observed for 2026

The target base salary range for this opportunity is $100,000 - $125,000, and is part of a competitive total rewards package including equity and benefits.