"Director of Undergraduate Studies, School of Nursing (5548)"

Director of Undergraduate Studies, School of Nursing (5548)

Pocatello - Main
Priority Date: December 31, 2025

Institution Information

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!

Job Description

The Undergraduate Nursing Director for the School of Nursing, College of Health leads a multi-campus team dedicated to educating the nursing professional workforce of Idaho. The Director is responsible to design, implement, and evaluate all aspects of the baccalaureate degree program. The program includes traditional (first degree) students, accelerated (second degree) students, and Completion (Associate degree RN) students.

This is a 12-month position and reports to the Associate Dean/Director of the School of Nursing and will be located at the Pocatello or Meridian Campus. Travel is required. This position is a clinical track faculty role with responsibilities in teaching, scholarship, and service. The Director works collaboratively with the Associate Dean and Director of the School of Nursing, as well as the Program Manager of the BSN Program.

This is an open-rank, clinical track faculty position eligible for promotion under current guidelines established by the School of Nursing, College of Health, Kasiska Division of Health Sciences, and Idaho State University.

This position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates who already hold valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching, Curriculum, and Content Expertise

• Provide day-to-day leadership, operational management, and oversight of undergraduate nursing programs.
• Develop and articulate a vision of excellence for undergraduate nursing education that aligns with the School's strategic plan.
• Teach at least one course per semester, modeling instructional best practices and maintaining content expertise.
• Provide leadership in curriculum development, oversight, evaluation, and innovation to ensure alignment with accreditation standards (CCNE) and the AACN Essentials.
• Guide the integration of simulation and emerging instructional technologies into the curriculum.
• Collaborate with the curriculum committee and faculty to engage in continuous quality improvement when addressing curricular issues.
• Contribute to the strategic growth and alignment of all nursing programs across the state.

Student Competence, Safety, and Evaluation

• Oversee student advising, progression, remediation processes, and graduation readiness.
• Ensure program policies uphold standards of competence, equity, and patient safety across all campuses.
• Maintain consistent documentation and communication of student progression and remediation decisions.
• Expand and strengthen clinical placement opportunities across Idaho, cultivating strong relationships with healthcare partners to ensure high-quality clinical learning experiences.
• Promote consistency in the student experience across all campuses, fostering equity in teaching, assessment, and access to resources.

Leadership & Professional Conduct

• Demonstrate servant leadership, civility, and professionalism with staff, faculty, students, patients, families, and community partners.
• Recruit, retain, evaluate, and mentor undergraduate faculty and staff, fostering a culture of accountability, professional growth, and scholarly development.
• Supervise site coordinators and course faculty to ensure consistency in pedagogy, student support, and faculty mentoring.
• Provide direct supervision to Undergraduate Faculty and the Undergraduate Program Manager, including recruitment, evaluation, and ongoing professional development.
• Manage departmental resources, exercise fiscal stewardship, and oversee budgetary responsibilities.
• Determine staffing needs, develop schedules, review adjunct qualifications, and initiate hiring processes.
• Foster interprofessional collaboration within academic and clinical settings.
• Advance nursing practice through integration of theory, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and research in the undergraduate curriculum.
• Represent the Undergraduate Program at School, College, and University meetings.
• Engage in ongoing professional development based on professional standards and constructive feedback.
• Support the growth of students and colleagues by modeling best practices, providing timely and professional communication (emails within 24 hours), and participating in flagship School of Nursing events.

Minimum Qualifications

• MSN with current CNE certification.
• At least five years of teaching experience at the baccalaureate nursing level, including responsibility for course design, classroom and clinical instruction, student evaluation, and continuous curriculum improvement.
• Two years of demonstrated success in leadership roles with responsibility for program management, strategic initiatives, and team development.
• Active, unencumbered Idaho RN license or eligibility to obtain one.

Clinical Assistant Professor:

• Master's in Nursing or Doctoral degree in Nursing.
• Experience in guiding undergraduate nursing education at the baccalaureate level and higher, fostering growth and student success.
• Potential for scholarship, research, and grants/contracts.
• Active unencumbered RN license in the state of Idaho.

Clinical Associate Professor:

• All previously listed qualifications.
• Doctorate degree in Nursing or at least three years of faculty experience in nursing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Nursing (PhD, DNP, or equivalent).
• Experience providing leadership to multi-site teams across diverse geographic locations, ensuring cohesion, accountability, and consistent program delivery.
• Experience coordinating and leading accreditation processes for nursing programs, including preparation of self-studies and compliance reports.
• Experience in directing baccalaureate and higher-level nursing programs, including responsibility for curriculum development, faculty mentorship, budget management, and student outcomes assessment.

Additional Information

You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before December 31, 2025. Salary will be between $105,000 - $115,000 (dependent on rank) salary + $8k stipend - top range with stipend - $123,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.

Posting Number: req2522
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Faculty Non-Tenure Track
Division: Division of Health Sciences

Idaho State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

To apply, visit https://isu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/5/home/requisition/2522?c=isu