SENIOR DIRECTOR OF NURSING

Salary : $105,000.00 - $115,000.00 Annually

Location : Shreveport, LA

Job Type : Unclassified

Job Number : 999371

Department : Northwestern State University

Opening Date : 07 / 30 / 2025

About this Job

Northwestern State University's College of Nursing and School of Allied Health (CONSAH) invites applications for the Senior Director of Nursing, a 12-month, full-time faculty position appointment, available in Shreveport beginning August 4, 2025.

Academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled.

To apply : Submit

1) a letter of application,

2) an updated CV,

3) official transcripts (if not from NSU) and

4) a list of three professional references with complete contact information to : Dr. Aimee Badeaux, Dean of the College of Nursing and School of Allied Health, Northwestern State University, 1800 Line Avenue, Shreveport, LA, 71101-3127 or

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION (FULL DISCLOSURE)

Northwestern State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

All complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Title IX Compliance and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union or email

In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and notified that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in New Fine Arts, 104 Central Avenue, Ste. 102 or email For student academic services , contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Crissey Smith (318-357-5460) located in Room 108-C Watson Memorial Library or email For faculty / staff accommodations and services , contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate degree in nursing or a related field or be currently enrolled in a doctoral program with expected completion within 12 to 24 months; eligible for appointment to the undergraduate and graduate nursing faculty and hold an unencumbered registered nurse (RN) or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in the state of Louisiana or be eligible for licensure. A minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience and at least seven (7) years of experience in nursing education are required. The candidate must also be able to pass a background check and meet all employment standards as defined by the University.

Job Specification

• Serve as the primary representative for all nursing degree programs to university leadership and external stakeholders.
• Provide leadership for nursing faculty in the areas of academics, research, service, and administration.
• Oversee the supervision and evaluation of nursing faculty and staff, including teaching assignments and service responsibilities.
• Collaborate with nursing program directors to ensure curriculum alignment, policy compliance, and academic excellence across all levels.
• Provide oversight of course offerings and accreditation compliance with university, state, LSBN, CCNE, and SACSCOC standards.
• Coordinate and support accreditation activities including self-study preparation, site visit readiness, and reporting.
• Participate in the CONSAH budget planning process and manage nursing-related expenses and resource allocations.
• Teach nursing courses in alignment with the CONSAH workload policy, using evidence-based, student-centered pedagogy.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for undergraduate and graduate nursing programs in accordance with University, State, and accrediting agency policies.
• Lead strategic planning to expand and enhance nursing program offerings and promote academic innovation.
• Build and maintain relationships with healthcare partners, clinical affiliates, professional organizations, and community stakeholders to support program development and clinical education.
• Actively recruit and retain students in nursing programs through outreach, advising, and mentoring.
• Collaborate with program directors to assess and report student learning outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Convene and lead nursing division meetings to promote shared governance and open communication.
• Support faculty professional development and foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative academic environment.
• Serve on School, College, and University committees and represent the College of Nursing at academic and professional events.
• Ensure a supportive, high-quality student experience grounded in professionalism, academic rigor, and holistic development.

Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.