This administrative position focuses on NCLEX readiness strategy, student success infrastructure, and continuous quality improvement related to licensure outcomes.
The Director of NCLEX Success is responsible for:
• Developing and implementing a comprehensive NCLEX success strategy
• Supervising NCLEX Success Coaches and coordinating student support services
• Monitoring predictive testing and course performance data
• Leading remediation programs and NCLEX preparation initiatives
• Partnering with BSN leadership to improve program outcomes
• Supporting accreditation and regulatory reporting related to licensure outcomes
The Director demonstrates strong leadership, operational effectiveness, and commitment to student success while advancing a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Major Areas of Responsibility
Administration (70%)
NCLEX Success Strategy and Program Oversight
• Leads development and implementation of comprehensive NCLEX readiness strategy across BSN programs
• Establishes structured NCLEX preparation pathways from program entry through graduation
• Oversees implementation of standardized testing strategies (HESI or equivalent)
• Develops structured remediation frameworks aligned with student performance data
• Monitors national trends in NCLEX testing and integrates best practices into program strategy
• Ensures alignment between NCLEX preparation efforts and program outcomes
Student Success Infrastructure
• Oversees NCLEX Success Coaches and coordinates student academic support related to licensure readiness
• Develops early identification processes for academically at-risk students
• Implements individualized NCLEX readiness plans for identified students
• Coordinates NCLEX preparation workshops, boot camps, and review programs
• Supports repeat test-takers and graduates preparing for NCLEX
Data Monitoring and Continuous Improvement
• Monitors NCLEX performance data, predictive exam results, and course outcomes
• Develops dashboards to track student readiness indicators
• Provides regular reports to BSN Program Chair and College leadership
• Identifies trends impacting pass rates and recommends corrective actions
• Participates in continuous improvement planning related to licensure outcomes
Faculty Collaboration
• Works with course faculty to integrate NCLEX preparation strategies into curriculum
• Provides guidance on test blueprint alignment and question writing
• Partners with faculty to support remediation planning
• Supports faculty development related to NCLEX preparation strategies
• Collaborates with curriculum committees regarding readiness initiatives
Accreditation and Regulatory Support
• Supports preparation of NCLEX data for BRN, CCNE, and WSCUC reporting
• Assists with program review documentation related to licensure outcomes
• Contributes to continuous improvement reporting processes
• Ensures NCLEX success initiatives align with accreditation expectations
Supervision
• Directly supervises NCLEX Success Coaches
• Establishes expectations, performance goals, and evaluation processes
• Coordinates workload and student assignments
• Provides coaching and professional development support
• Conducts performance evaluations
Teaching and Student Engagement (20%)
• May facilitate 1:1 or 1-to-many reviews related to NCLEX preparation or student success
• Facilitates NCLEX readiness seminars and workshops
• Provides group and individual student advising related to licensure preparation
• Supports students in development of study plans and testing strategies
• Collaborates with faculty regarding student progression concerns
Service (10%)
• Participates in College of Nursing committees related to student success
• Participates in faculty organization and college meetings as appropriate
• Supports university student success initiatives
• Represents the College in student success and licensure readiness initiatives
• Participates in professional organizations related to nursing education
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Experience
• Master’s degree in nursing required; doctoral degree preferred
• Active, unencumbered RN license, Ranked at Associate or Full Professor
• Minimum three years teaching experience in prelicensure nursing education
• Demonstrated experience supporting NCLEX preparation or student success initiatives
• Experience working with standardized testing platforms (HESI, ATI, or equivalent)
• Experience analyzing student performance data preferred
• Prior academic leadership or coordination experience preferred
Skills
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and leadership
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Abilities
• Ability to function effectively as an academic leader and collaborator
• Ability to analyze complex student performance data
• Ability to develop structured intervention plans
• Ability to communicate expectations clearly to students and faculty
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and as part of a leadership team
Preferred Qualifications
• Doctoral degree in nursing or education
• NCLEX item writing or testing experience
• Experience improving NCLEX outcomes
• Experience with progression and remediation policies
• Experience leading student success initiatives
• Experience supervising staff
Pay Range:
$113k to 143k based on experience.Samuel Merritt University currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not limited to qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant skills.