What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director- AZ- Graduate Nursing Program position at American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)?
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Midwestern University College of Health Sciences, Glendale Arizona invites applications for the administrative position of Program Director to oversee the CCNE-accredited graduate nursing programs at Midwestern University, including the Master of Science in Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Program, the Master of Science in Nurse Leadership Program, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program. Eligible candidates for the Program Director position will hold a current unencumbered RN license and eligibility to practice in Arizona, an earned doctorate in nursing or health-related field, at least two years of clinical experience as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), and a current national certification as an APRN. The University seeks an individual with leadership, vision, and creativity that demonstrates:
Please submit your application packet through MWU's online job board at www.midwestern.edu/employment-mwu. Your online application will include the following:
Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulation. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.
Posted On 10/19/2025 Job Type Other School/Institution Midwestern University Job Location Glendale, AZ
Midwestern University College of Health Sciences, Glendale Arizona invites applications for the administrative position of Program Director to oversee the CCNE-accredited graduate nursing programs at Midwestern University, including the Master of Science in Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Program, the Master of Science in Nurse Leadership Program, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program. Eligible candidates for the Program Director position will hold a current unencumbered RN license and eligibility to practice in Arizona, an earned doctorate in nursing or health-related field, at least two years of clinical experience as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), and a current national certification as an APRN. The University seeks an individual with leadership, vision, and creativity that demonstrates:
- Understanding of higher education, with a focus on recruitment of students
- Experience in clinical practice and with the placement of students on clinical rotations
- Understanding of curricular design, implementation, and evaluation
- Ability to manage faculty and support faculty development and scholarship
- Excellent communication skills
- A vision of advanced practice nursing
- Knowledge of and experience with strategic planning
- An ability to manage human and fiscal resources
- A commitment to lifelong learning
Please submit your application packet through MWU's online job board at www.midwestern.edu/employment-mwu. Your online application will include the following:
- Cover letter (upload as an attachment)
- CV (upload as an attachment)
- Application (you will be prompted to complete the online application)
Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulation. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.
Posted On 10/19/2025 Job Type Other School/Institution Midwestern University Job Location Glendale, AZ
