Registered Nurse Senior Director Academic Practice Partnership

Title: Registered Nurse Senior Director Academic Practice Partnership

Job Description:

Your future role at a glance

Location: Remote

Department: CPD National

Schedule: Full-time, Day

Salary: $146,000 - $248,200 per year

Eligible for an annual bonus incentive

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Lead the strategic design of local and regional academic partnerships to build a sustainable nursing workforce that meets future patient care needs.
• Cultivate collaborative relationships with universities and accrediting bodies to expand clinical learning capacity and introduce innovative training models.
• Partner with executive nursing and HR leadership to align student pipelines with organizational goals, ensuring a seamless transition from classroom to bedside.
• Integrate mission-driven values and equity into all educational programs to ensure the nursing workforce reflects and honors the diverse communities being served.
• Drive the adoption of modern clinical learning environments, such as dedicated education units and virtual simulations, to enhance student readiness and professional confidence.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• Master's degree required.

Work Experience:

• 5 years of experience required.
• 10 years of experience preferred.
• 2 years of leadership or management experience required.
• 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• Doctoral degree in Nursing (PhD, DNP, EdD, or equivalent)
• Current RN licensure
• Minimum 10 years of progressive nursing leadership experience in academic and clinical settings
• Demonstrated success in developing or leading academic-practice partnerships
• Experience with program accreditation, academic governance, and clinical education innovation
• National certification in nursing leadership or education
• Experience in system-level or multi-site health care organizations
• Active engagement with national academic-practice organizations (e.g., AACN, AONL, NLN)

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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