University of Idaho
**Director, Direct Entry Master of Science, Nursing (DEMSN) / SHAMP
🇺🇸 Coeur d’Alene, ID
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $100K
💻 Other
🗓️ December 12th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Idaho is hiring a Director for the Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing (DEMSN) program. The role involves providing high-quality nursing education, leading curriculum development, coordinating clinical and simulation activities, maintaining active scholarship, and overseeing program accreditation and faculty. The Director also supports collaboration with North Idaho College and contributes to the university's leadership and service initiatives.
Highlights
- Provide instruction in nursing practice and education, including clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.
- Develop and revise curriculum aligned with AACN Essentials and licensure standards.
- Coordinate clinical placements and simulation programs.
- Lead and maintain program accreditation processes.
- Maintain an active research portfolio focused on nursing education and quality improvement.
- Collaborate with university departments and healthcare partners to enhance research and program success.
- Oversee faculty and staff, manage program operations, and foster student success.
- Require a valid nursing license, terminal degree (PhD, EdD, DNP, or equivalent), and eligibility for RN license in Idaho.
- Minimum of two years teaching experience in pre-licensure nursing and at least one year in administration.
- Compensation starts at $100,000 annually plus a 15% administrative stipend.
**Director, Direct Entry Master of Science, Nursing (DEMSN) / SHAMP Full Description
**Director, Direct Entry Master of Science, Nursing (DEMSN) / SHAMP
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number | F001398P
Internal Posting? |
Recruitment Title | **Director, Direct Entry Master of Science, Nursing (DEMSN) / SHAMP
Advertising Pay Range | $100,000 annually or higher commensurate with experience, plus 15% Administrative Stipend
Location | Coeur d’Alene
Primary Division/College | School of Health and Medical Professions
Primary Unit | Department of Nursing
Employee Category | Faculty
Classification Group Title | Program Dir/Dist Dir/Super
Position Control Number | 8999
Suffix | 01
Contingency Code | 5
FTE | 1.0
Contract Basis | Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date | 05/11/2026
FLSA Status | Exempt
Tenure Tracking | Negotiable (must be justified)
Rank | Negotiable (must be justified)
Extension Type | Not Applicable
Administrative Appointment Type | On-going
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable) |
Internal Posting? |
Recruitment Title | **Director, Direct Entry Master of Science, Nursing (DEMSN) / SHAMP
Advertising Pay Range | $100,000 annually or higher commensurate with experience, plus 15% Administrative Stipend
Location | Coeur d’Alene
Primary Division/College | School of Health and Medical Professions
Primary Unit | Department of Nursing
Employee Category | Faculty
Classification Group Title | Program Dir/Dist Dir/Super
Position Control Number | 8999
Suffix | 01
Contingency Code | 5
FTE | 1.0
Contract Basis | Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date | 05/11/2026
FLSA Status | Exempt
Tenure Tracking | Negotiable (must be justified)
Rank | Negotiable (must be justified)
Extension Type | Not Applicable
Administrative Appointment Type | On-going
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable) |
Position Responsibilities
Position Summary | Under the guidance of the Director of the School of Health and Medical Professions (SHAMP), the Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing (DEMSN) Director will hold a full-time, 12-month, tenure track or tenured faculty appointment. This appointment is open to assistant, associate, and full professors. Rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the requirements as outlined in the unit bylaws.
The successful applicant will serve as an integral member of the Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing program, providing high-quality instruction in areas central to professional nursing practice and nursing education. This may include foundational nursing knowledge, clinical reasoning, health assessment, pathophysiology, pharmacology, population health, leadership, and evidence-based practice. The faculty member will create inclusive, student-centered learning environments; apply evidence-based and innovative teaching strategies; and support competency-based skill development through simulation, clinical instruction, and experiential learning. In addition, the faculty member will contribute to curriculum development and revision; program and student learning assessment; clinical placement planning; simulation program coordination; preparation for accreditation reviews; and the ongoing enhancement of high-quality, contemporary nursing education aligned with AACN Essentials and national licensure expectations.
The successful applicant will maintain an active and impactful scholarly program grounded in evidence-based inquiry and/or quality improvement research. Areas of emphasis should align with contemporary needs in nursing education, such as curriculum innovation, competency-based assessment, simulation science, clinical learning environments, workforce preparation, or student success and progression. Additional areas of focus may include quality improvement research in clinical or educational settings, intervention assessment, outcomes assessment, student-centered research and educational program evaluation, or research using electronic health records (EHRs), large data biobanks, or national datasets (e.g., All of Us, NHANES). The faculty member is expected to disseminate scholarly work through peer-reviewed publications and presentations, pursue external funding when appropriate, and collaborate with colleagues across SHAMP, the university, and healthcare partners to strengthen the school’s research mission.
The successful applicant will contribute meaningfully to the service and leadership needs of the university, SHAMP, and the DEMSN program. Responsibilities include participation in faculty governance, leading and maintaining program accreditation processes, committee work, student mentoring, and community and professional service that strengthens partnerships and advances the nursing profession. The faculty member is also expected to engage in activities that enhance the visibility and reputation of the institution, SHAMP, and the nursing program at local, regional, and national levels. A demonstrated commitment to collegiality, collaboration, and shared governance is essential, along with a strategic mindset that supports the growth, quality, and long-term success of the nursing program.
The position is based in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and will work closely with North Idaho College (NIC), engaging with NIC administration, faculty, and staff to support program operations and collaboration.
Unit/Department Summary | https://www.uidaho.edu/health-medical-professions
Administrative Summary | The Director of the Direct Entry Master’s of Science in Nursing will: Oversee the program development relating to the healthcare and medical professions degree. Attend Health Clinic meetings and promotional events Serve on committees Develop and maintain relationships with academic departments to help in program development. Be responsible for providing operational leadership, inclusive of program development, integration, procedures, staffing and quality improvement. The Director provides leadership, supervision, and oversight of DEMSN faculty and staff, while fostering a supportive and engaging environment for students. Key responsibilities include program development and accreditation, course design and delivery (classroom, online, and clinical), and student advisement to promote academic and professional success. The Director serves as a liaison to university departments such as academic advising, admissions, and financial services, ensuring accurate guidance on policies and procedures. The Director will also cultivate relationships with academic departments to facilitate student progression and inter-program transfer and collaborate with external partners and stakeholders. The position is based in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and will work closely with North Idaho College (NIC), engaging with NIC administration, faculty, and staff to support program operations and collaboration. A 15% base salary stipend will be provided for these administrative responsibilities.
Contingency Description | This administrative appointment or the administrative portion of the faculty appointment is temporary. Employee acknowledges and agrees that in the event there is no longer a need for the administrative assignment, as determined by the University in its sole discretion, University may change this Agreement and remove the administrative salary and/or course release during the contract year and employee may return to their faculty appointment, upon 60 days written notice.
Teaching & Advising | 40%
Scholarship & Creative Activity | 15%
Outreach & Extension | 10%
University Service & Leadership | 35%
The successful applicant will serve as an integral member of the Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing program, providing high-quality instruction in areas central to professional nursing practice and nursing education. This may include foundational nursing knowledge, clinical reasoning, health assessment, pathophysiology, pharmacology, population health, leadership, and evidence-based practice. The faculty member will create inclusive, student-centered learning environments; apply evidence-based and innovative teaching strategies; and support competency-based skill development through simulation, clinical instruction, and experiential learning. In addition, the faculty member will contribute to curriculum development and revision; program and student learning assessment; clinical placement planning; simulation program coordination; preparation for accreditation reviews; and the ongoing enhancement of high-quality, contemporary nursing education aligned with AACN Essentials and national licensure expectations.
The successful applicant will maintain an active and impactful scholarly program grounded in evidence-based inquiry and/or quality improvement research. Areas of emphasis should align with contemporary needs in nursing education, such as curriculum innovation, competency-based assessment, simulation science, clinical learning environments, workforce preparation, or student success and progression. Additional areas of focus may include quality improvement research in clinical or educational settings, intervention assessment, outcomes assessment, student-centered research and educational program evaluation, or research using electronic health records (EHRs), large data biobanks, or national datasets (e.g., All of Us, NHANES). The faculty member is expected to disseminate scholarly work through peer-reviewed publications and presentations, pursue external funding when appropriate, and collaborate with colleagues across SHAMP, the university, and healthcare partners to strengthen the school’s research mission.
The successful applicant will contribute meaningfully to the service and leadership needs of the university, SHAMP, and the DEMSN program. Responsibilities include participation in faculty governance, leading and maintaining program accreditation processes, committee work, student mentoring, and community and professional service that strengthens partnerships and advances the nursing profession. The faculty member is also expected to engage in activities that enhance the visibility and reputation of the institution, SHAMP, and the nursing program at local, regional, and national levels. A demonstrated commitment to collegiality, collaboration, and shared governance is essential, along with a strategic mindset that supports the growth, quality, and long-term success of the nursing program.
The position is based in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and will work closely with North Idaho College (NIC), engaging with NIC administration, faculty, and staff to support program operations and collaboration.
Unit/Department Summary | https://www.uidaho.edu/health-medical-professions
Administrative Summary | The Director of the Direct Entry Master’s of Science in Nursing will: Oversee the program development relating to the healthcare and medical professions degree. Attend Health Clinic meetings and promotional events Serve on committees Develop and maintain relationships with academic departments to help in program development. Be responsible for providing operational leadership, inclusive of program development, integration, procedures, staffing and quality improvement. The Director provides leadership, supervision, and oversight of DEMSN faculty and staff, while fostering a supportive and engaging environment for students. Key responsibilities include program development and accreditation, course design and delivery (classroom, online, and clinical), and student advisement to promote academic and professional success. The Director serves as a liaison to university departments such as academic advising, admissions, and financial services, ensuring accurate guidance on policies and procedures. The Director will also cultivate relationships with academic departments to facilitate student progression and inter-program transfer and collaborate with external partners and stakeholders. The position is based in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and will work closely with North Idaho College (NIC), engaging with NIC administration, faculty, and staff to support program operations and collaboration. A 15% base salary stipend will be provided for these administrative responsibilities.
Contingency Description | This administrative appointment or the administrative portion of the faculty appointment is temporary. Employee acknowledges and agrees that in the event there is no longer a need for the administrative assignment, as determined by the University in its sole discretion, University may change this Agreement and remove the administrative salary and/or course release during the contract year and employee may return to their faculty appointment, upon 60 days written notice.
Teaching & Advising | 40%
Scholarship & Creative Activity | 15%
Outreach & Extension | 10%
University Service & Leadership | 35%
Qualifications
Minimum Education/Degree Required | Listed degree qualification is required at time of application.
Required Qualifications | Must have a valid nursing license with a terminal degree (PhD, EdD, DNP, or equivalent) from an accredited college or university that includes course work in nursing, education, administration, or relevant field. Eligible for RN license in State of Idaho Experienced leader with collaborative background. Experience teaching course in nursing and/or other related clinical areas. A minimum of one year’s experience in an administrative position. A minimum of two years of experience teaching in a pre-licensure registered nursing program At least one year of continuous experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care and/or equivalent experience and/or education. Demonstrated experience with curriculum development and revision Experienced researcher. Applicants applying will possess a record of research, teaching performance, and involvement in undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral education. Experience managing faculty, staff and program operations.
Preferred Qualifications | Experience overseeing a program budget Experience in collaborating with Graduate Admissions Department Experience with hybrid/online learning Experience teaching medical students Experience working independently and as part of a team
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions |
Required Qualifications | Must have a valid nursing license with a terminal degree (PhD, EdD, DNP, or equivalent) from an accredited college or university that includes course work in nursing, education, administration, or relevant field. Eligible for RN license in State of Idaho Experienced leader with collaborative background. Experience teaching course in nursing and/or other related clinical areas. A minimum of one year’s experience in an administrative position. A minimum of two years of experience teaching in a pre-licensure registered nursing program At least one year of continuous experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care and/or equivalent experience and/or education. Demonstrated experience with curriculum development and revision Experienced researcher. Applicants applying will possess a record of research, teaching performance, and involvement in undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral education. Experience managing faculty, staff and program operations.
Preferred Qualifications | Experience overseeing a program budget Experience in collaborating with Graduate Admissions Department Experience with hybrid/online learning Experience teaching medical students Experience working independently and as part of a team
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions |
Posting Information
Posting Date | 12/09/2025
Closing Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants | First consideration for those applicants who apply before 1/9/2026.
Applicant Resources | https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement | Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement | The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. | No
Closing Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants | First consideration for those applicants who apply before 1/9/2026.
Applicant Resources | https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement | Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement | The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. | No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- List of References
- Statement of Research
- Statement of Teaching
Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Academic Careers
- Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU)
- Chronicle
- HigherEd/Academic Impressions
- Higher Ed Jobs
- Idaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov)
- Indeed.com
- Inside Higher Ed
- Newspaper
- Other Venue
- Professional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.)
- University of Idaho Website
- University of Idaho Daily Register
- University of Idaho Employee
- Word of Mouth
- Militaryjob.com
- DSPSjobs.com
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
- * Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department.
(Open Ended Question)
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