Clinical Education Program Director-ACWIH

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Closing Date: 08/30/2026 Type of Position: Management - Operations Job Type: Regular Work Shift:

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No Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.   UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks ( available for benefits eligible positions only ): • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 • Career Training and Educational Opportunities • Merchant Discounts • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Summary of Job Duties: The Arkansas Center for Women's and Infants Health (ACWIH) at UAMS is seeking a visionary leader to lead its statewide clinical education initiatives in obstetric emergency preparedness and provider readiness. This role involves directing a distributed team of regional nurse educators, simulation faculty, and education staff to deliver high-quality, consistent training across EDs, EMS agencies, outpatient clinics, and hospital partners throughout Arkansas. You’ll also serve as the primary liaison among clinical faculty, regional implementation teams, and organizational leadership to advance maternal and infant health outcomes.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic and operationally focused leader with a proven track record in multi-site program management, simulation-based education, and workforce development. You’ll excel at aligning curricula with national standards and regulatory requirements, and can translate ambitious goals into actionable plans. You bring strong people leadership, budget stewardship, and a results-driven mindset, with a passion for improving obstetric and neonatal outcomes across Arkansas.

If you are a visionary operations leader who can energize teams, build partnerships with hospitals and rural health networks, and elevate clinical education to improve maternal and infant health statewide, apply today to join ACWIH at UAMS! Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Business, Health, or a scientific field • Six (6) years of  project management experience within a research or community-based setting, including one (1)  year of supervisory experience • Demonstrated experience supervising staff and managing geographically distributed teams • Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills • Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Greater Little Rock, AR, or the Greater Northwest, AR, regions, as this position will be located at the UAMS Campus

Preferred Qualifications • Master's degree in Nursing, Public Health, Health Administration, or related field • Registered Nurse License • Seven (7) years of experience in maternal and infant health • Experience in simulation-based clinical training or obstetric/perinatal care education • Familiarity with continuing education accreditation processes (CME, CNE, EMS CE) • Experience working in rural health, emergency medicine, or multi-site healthcare settings • Knowledge of Arkansas's healthcare landscape and rural hospital infrastructure   

Additional Information: Key Responsibilities: Program Leadership and Oversight • Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision of the Clinical Education team (regional nurse educators, simulation staff, education design personnel). • Oversee statewide, site-type-specific training curricula implementation across enrolled facilities. • Ensure training delivery timelines, onboarding milestones, and quality standards are met consistently. • Maintain curriculum fid

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