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Director Of Nclex Success

Samuel Merritt University graduates improve health outcomes and reduce disparities for all members of our communities. For more than a century, we have prepared outstanding healthcare professionals through immersive learning and community engagement and remain deeply committed to transforming healthcare through diversity and inclusion.Within the College of Nursing, we lead educational innovation to prepare highly competent, practice-ready nurses who are committed to advancing nursing practice and improving health outcomes across diverse populations. Our motto, Education Plus Compassion, is reflected in how we support our students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve.

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

Work Environment:

Office Location: Oakland -Hybrid

• This is a hybrid position based in Oakland, CA with in-office attendance varying depending on meetings, events, and business needs.
• Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic academic setting.

Employee Status: Regular

Exemption Status: United States of America (Exempt)

Time Type: Full time

Job Shift: 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.