Director Education; RN

A progressive, non-profit, mission-driven health system near Morgantown, WV is seeking a transformational nursing leader to serve as its Director Education (RN).

This is a high-impact, system-level role responsible for leading professional practice, nursing education, workforce development, and research initiatives across multiple facilities.

You’ll oversee three (3) direct reports, and collaborate closely with the System Chief Nursing Officer and senior leadership to advance nursing excellence and improve outcomes system-wide.

• Develop and execute the strategic direction for nursing professional practice across the system

• Lead RN workforce initiatives to support recruitment, retention, and internal agency staffing growth

• Redesign and modernize the RN Residency Program, with a strong focus on simulation-based learning

• Advance nursing research, secure grants, and foster state-level professional engagement

• Chair the Professional Development Council, aligning goals with the System CNO

• Set clear departmental goals, metrics, and accountability structures

• Conduct a deep dive into life safety practices and lead system improvements

• Support nursing innovation, shared governance, and staff development initiatives

• Active RN license

• MSN required; DNP or PhD preferred

• Minimum five (5) years clinical nursing, of which at least three (3) have been in progressive nursing leadership roles, ideally at a system or academic medical center level

• Experience with nursing education, simulation, workforce development, and evidence-based practice

• Strong background in leading large teams and managing change across complex healthcare settings

• Salary: Up to $180,000 annually

• Bonus: Up to 10% annual performance bonus

• Increases: Eligible for annual merit-based salary increases

• Relocation Assistance: Available for eligible candidates

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, generous PTO, and more

• Be a system-level change agent for nursing practice and professional development

• Lead a talented team in a high-visibility, mission-aligned organization

• Collaborate directly with a forward-thinking System CNO and executive team

• Make a lasting impact on workforce sustainability, patient care, and staff satisfaction

For immediate and confidential consideration, please apply via the link and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the role and answer any additional questions.