Job Description

Description:

Position:

Pre-Nursing Bootcamp Program Lead (Connecticut)

Classification:

Full-Time, Exempt (Temporary Funded Position through 09/30/2028)

Reports to:

Program Director, Initiatives & Grant-Funded Programs

Location:

Connecticut

Date:

October 2025

MISSION:

Futuro Health launched in 2020 to address the critical shortage of workers in the healthcare sector. Our nonprofit mission is to improve the health and wealth of communities by growing the largest network of allied healthcare workers in the nation. Initially funded by a significant investment from Kaiser Permanente through a collective bargaining agreement with SEIU-UHW, Futuro Health has since grown to include a portfolio of funders, grants, and contracts in support of our life changing work. Every year, thousands of diverse adults become Futuro Health Scholars and pursue training to earn their credentials for a wide array of in-demand allied healthcare roles. What sets Futuro Health apart is our comprehensive approach to supporting Futuro Health Scholars throughout their education journey and our deep expertise in the healthcare sector. We address the healthcare workforce shortage by personalizing education journeys for diverse adults to enter allied healthcare careers at low or no-cost. More on Futuro Health can be found at www.FuturoHealth.org.

OUR VALUES

Scholar Centered:

We keep Scholars and equity at the center of our work.

Quality

Solutions:

We design quality solutions that are agile, inclusive, and scalable - for employers, partners and communities.

Data-Driven Innovation:

We continuously improve and innovate - and use data to inform our decisions.

Future Focused:

We look toward the future and embrace new opportunities.

Collaborative

: We earn and maintain trust through collaboration and acting with integrity and accountability.

Culture Matters:

We steward our culture - and empower team members to contribute meaningfully.

Why Should You Join Futuro Health:

Do you seek to change lives for the better? Do you want a role in a nonprofit focused on designing solutions and bringing direct services to make a difference to Scholars, communities, and the nation? Have you shown grit when it comes to taking on challenges and pushing forward to resolution? Our team of talents share a commitment to Futuro Health's nonprofit mission. We celebrate the opportunity to transform lives through our purpose-driven work. We bring our skillsets, a can-do attitude, and a collaborative approach to our everyday work of forging workforce development models that apply best practices. We know it takes collective effort to design adult-friendly, inclusive, agile, and scalable solutions that meet the big challenges of the day - ranging from worker shortages, social and economic mobility, to equity in care. If these qualities speak to you, apply to become part of the Futuro Health team.

Position Summary:

Futuro Health seeks a dynamic professional to lead the development and implementation of a Pre-Nursing Bootcamp for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). This initiative is designed to help LPNs successfully prepare for and transition into Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) programs. The Program Lead will partner with nursing schools, LPN programs, and employers to identify gaps, design curriculum and support services, recruit participants, and oversee program implementation. The ultimate goal is to enroll and train 450 LPNs over the grant period with the supports necessary for successful ADN program entry and completion.

Essential Job Functions:

Partnership Development & Stakeholder Engagement

Build and sustain partnerships with nursing schools, LPN programs, and healthcare employers. Conduct needs assessments with academic partners to understand barriers to ADN entry and success. Collaborate with employer partners and workforce stakeholders to support recruitment and placement.

Program Design & Curriculum Development

Design a bootcamp model responsive to partner and learner needs, potentially including: Critical thinking and clinical judgment skills. Tutoring and supplemental instruction for science pre-requisites. Medical language development for English language learners. Ensure curriculum is aligned with nursing program entry requirements and NCLEX readiness standards. Identify and engage subject matter experts and instructional designers where needed.

Implementation & Program Management

Lead end-to-end program implementation, including cohort recruitment, enrollment, scheduling, and delivery. Oversee day-to-day program operations, ensuring high-quality learner experience. Collaborate with internal teams on scholar support services (coaching, tutoring, wraparound supports). Monitor participant progress and intervene to address barriers to persistence and completion.

Evaluation & Continuous Improvement

Establish key metrics and monitor outcomes related to enrollment, completion, ADN program entry, and retention. Regularly review program data and feedback to refine the model. Prepare reports for funders and internal leadership.

Performance Metrics

Develop and launch bootcamp model within Year 1. Enroll and train

450 LPNs

across the three-year period. Maintain high satisfaction ratings from partners and participants.

Qualifications:

Required:

Minimum 5 years of experience in program design, curriculum development, or workforce development within healthcare. Strong understanding of LPN-to-RN educational pathways, including barriers to entry and success. Demonstrated ability to build and manage academic and employer partnerships. Excellent project management, communication, and facilitation skills.

Preferred:

Experience designing bridge or bootcamp-style programs for adult learners. Experience supporting English language learners in healthcare contexts. Familiarity with community college systems and ADN program accreditation standards. Experience managing grant-funded programs.

Education:

Registered Nurse (RN) or advanced nursing degree with experience in nursing education OR equivalent background in allied health education program design.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This role does not have supervisory responsibility over staff.

Work Environment/Travel:

This is a remote role. Travel will also be required to attend meetings and conferences.

Physical Demands:

Able to sit, stand, and type for long periods of time. Ability to work irregular hours including after hours and weekends although this will be infrequent. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type:

This position is full-time, exempt. The hours may include weekends, nights and holidays.

Comprehensive Benefits:

These excellent benefits are designed to enhance you and your family's well-being and support your success.

Platinum Tier Medical Plans: Choose from PPO, HMO, and HDP options, all fully paid by Futuro Health. Dental and Vision Plans: Comprehensive coverage, fully paid by Futuro Health. Life and AD&D, Long and Short-term Disability, and EAP: Fully covered by Futuro Health to ensure your peace of mind. 401K Plans: Traditional and Roth Safe Harbor Plans with a 100% match up to 4% of employee contributions (subject to IRS limits). Immediate vesting. Flexible Spending Accounts: Options include FSA, HSA, and Limited FSA Plans. Voluntary Ancillary Benefits: Additional coverage for hospital stays, critical illness, accidents, legal services, identity theft protection, and pet care. Reimbursements: Mobile phone, internet, and gym membership costs. Wellness Programs: Access to a variety of wellness initiatives to support your overall health. Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Equal Opportunity:

Futuro Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.


Requirements:
Applicants must be authorized to work within the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.