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Trauma Program Manager LPH

Longmont, CO · On-site

$89K - $143K/yr

This role is ideal for an RN with trauma program experience who is passionate about improving ... The Trauma Program Manager partners closely with the Trauma Medical Director, physicians, nursing ...

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How much do nurse program manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for nurse program manager in Colorado is $94,357.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,700.00 and $103,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Nurse Program Manager vs Nurse Coordinator?

AspectNurse Program ManagerNurse Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple programs, manages staff, develops policies, and ensures complianceCoordinates patient care, manages daily operations, and supports clinical staff
Required CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, often with management or leadership experienceRegistered Nurse (RN) license, with clinical experience
Work EnvironmentHealthcare organizations, hospitals, clinics, administrative settingsHospitals, clinics, outpatient facilities, direct patient care settings

The Nurse Program Manager typically handles program oversight, strategic planning, and staff management, while the Nurse Coordinator focuses on coordinating patient care and supporting clinical operations. Both roles require RN licensure and experience, but their scope and focus differ significantly.

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Nurse Program Manager jobs? Cities in Colorado with the most Nurse Program Manager job openings:
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Infographic showing various Nurse Program Manager job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 98% In-person, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,357 per year, or $45.4 per hour.

PROGRAM MANAGER, CLINICAL NURSE

Denver Public Schools

Denver, CO

$75K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 12 days ago

Denver Public Schools rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

436th of 624 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

** Applications will be received until August 3, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. **

 
About this job:

 

The Clinical Nurse Program Manager provides clinical expertise and operational oversight to ensure high-quality, evidence-based, and legally compliant school health services. This role aligns practice with policy by supervising nursing programs, ensuring regulatory compliance under IDEA and Section 504, and promoting best practices within DPS. By collaborating with leadership and stakeholders, the manager advances health equity and supports student academic achievement and holistic well-being.


 
What DPS Offers You:
  • A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
  • Salary Range: $75,457 - $90,548 Annually. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. 
  • In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. 
 
What You'll Do: 
 
  • Direct the development, implementation, and evaluation of districtwide student health programs and clinical initiatives to ensure alignment with federal, state, and local regulations including IDEA, Section 504, immunization statutes, and Colorado public health mandates  
  • Establish and monitor clinical standards for student health services by developing and maintaining districtwide protocols, procedures, and program guidelines to ensure consistent implementation across DPS schools
  • Provide clinical program supervision and support through clinical guidance and mentorship to Nursing Services team members. For example, medically complex cases with management of chronic health conditions and 1:1 medical Dedicated Adult Services health related components of IEP/Section 504
  • Ensure adherence to clinical documentation standards through audit processes, quality assurance reviews, and continuous improvement practices
  • Design and facilitate professional learning for nursing staff and health office personnel, including new staff orientation, ongoing competency validation, and training in culturally responsive and evidence based practices
  • Analyze student health program data and trends in collaboration with the Director to inform strategic planning, regulatory reporting, and continuous improvement of student health services
  • Support development of community partnerships, grant proposals, and regulatory compliance reporting related to student health programs
  • Other duties as assigned

 
What You'll Need:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an Accredited College or University, area of expertise School Nursing, pediatric critical care and/or pediatric nursing;
  • Master's Degree in Nursing preferred
  • Three (3+) years of school nursing, public health, pediatric critical care and/or pediatric nursing experience is required
  • Current active and unencumbered Colorado (or compact) DORA Registered Nurse License is required
  •  Current active Colorado Department of Education Special Provider license (Proof of application submission, if new) is required
  • Current BLS Certificate is required
  • Valid Colorado driver's license and ability to meet District insurability requirements
  • Knowledge with Google products including Docs, Sheets and Gmail
  • Effective time management and organizational skills
  • Effective communication skills; both verbal and written
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to train, teach and develop nursing educational material and professional learning
  • Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines
  • Professional behavior and the ability to take responsibility for one's own learning performance
  • Strong clinical nursing skills applicable to student health/ pediatric nursing in a school setting, while adapting appropriately to health situations based on the nursing process and clinical judgement
  • Strong clinical judgment and regulatory knowledge
  • Strategic thinking and systems-level planning
  • Collaborative leadership experience is required
  • Data analysis and program evaluation skills
  • Commitment to equity, culturally responsive care, and student centered services is preferred
  • Bilingual in Spanish or another language preferred and may be required for some positions
  • Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education. 
  • Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.  
  • Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
 
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

 
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun
Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation.  DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.  
DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth.  Learn more at dpsk12.org.

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