Vocational Nursing Program Coordinator and Clinical Coordinator - Schreiner
University
Vocational Nursing Program Coordinator and Clinical Coordinator
Full Time
Kerrville Texas
Posted 2 days ago
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Vocational Nursing Program Coordinator and Clinical Coordinator
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
This full-time, staff position reports to the Director of Undergraduate
Nursing. The position requires nursing licensure; a Bachelor of Nursing degree
is preferred. A minimum of two years of teaching experience in a professional
nursing program, including demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities in
administration, is preferred. The Vocational Nursing Program Coordinator will
work with the Director to coordinate curriculum, didactic and clinical
courses, and facilitate clinical coordination across the continuum of
undergraduate nursing programs.
The Vocational Nursing Program Coordinator and Nursing Clinical Coordinator is
responsible for administrative oversight and leadership of the Vocational
Nursing program in collaboration with the Director of Undergraduate Nursing.
This person collaborates with nursing leadership to manage the VN program.
Active involvement is expected with nursing and other health care
organizations at the state, regional, and national levels.
Although this position is largely administrative, teaching is the University's
primary mission, and this role includes at least 6 credit hours of teaching
responsibilities per year. Scholarly activity, student advising, and service
to the University and community are also expected.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Represents the governing entity and the Vocational Nursing program.
Fulfills the authorized role to coordinate the program in collaboration
with the Director.
Implements all policies and ensures that University and Nursing policies
are congruent and documents any differences due to accreditation
standards.
Administers, manages, and evaluates the Vocational Nursing program to
include curriculum, admissions, and retention.
Selects appropriate clinical sites and clinical schedules across the
continuum of undergraduate nursing consistent with the expectations of the
Texas Board of Nursing rules for clinical learning.
Collaborates with Program Directors and faculty to select and onboard
clinical instructors consistent with the needs of each program and the
expectations of the Texas Board of Nursing rules for clinical learning.
Develops and manages
Approves and implements policies for the admission, progression,
probation, and dismissal of students.
Collaborates and assists in recruiting and marketing of students.
Ensures the enforcement of student policies.
Assigns faculty to teach content in their areas of expertise and knowledge
Supervises, supports, evaluates, and provides guidance to faculty.
Notifies the Board of Nursing Staff immediately when there is a change in
the name of the program director or in contact information.
Responsible for the budgetary process that ensures the nursing program's
success.
Develops and maintains an environment conducive to the teaching/learning
process.
Serves as a liaison for the nursing program with the administration of the
governing entity.
In collaboration with the VN Program Director, leads the faculty in the
development, implementation, and evaluation of the curriculum
All curriculum is faculty-led, developed, implemented, and evaluated.
Maintains an ongoing relationship with the community and with clinical
affiliating agencies.
Advocates for adequate faculty to teach in the program.
Ensures that the faculty/student ratios are maintained by accreditation
standards.
Makes budget recommendations to the VN Program Director related to faculty
development and employment needs as well as program resources.
Coordinate with practice
Familiarize self with university mission, values, policies, and
Implement the instructional, educational, and professional objectives of
the Vocational Nursing
Work directly with faculty, staff, and students to develop quality
teaching, professional learning experiences, and public service programs.
Supervise full-time, part-time, and adjunct
Complete all Course Virtual Observations, Evaluations, and Analyses as
required by accrediting bodies such as the Texas Board of Nursing.
Refine and implement an application process to sustain and increase
Collaborate and work in tandem with university partners achieving program
implementation of all instructional tracks
A faculty teaching load of at least 6 credit hours per year is required
for this position.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Contribute to team efforts to deliver a quality nursing education program
by completing assigned activities as requested and in a timely manner.
Act to facilitate sustainable inter-professional relationships between
faculty, students, University administrators and employees, and public or
private organizations using professional communication techniques.
Maintain University and professional safety.
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
Earned Master's in
Current Texas Board of Nursing active Registered Nurse license.
Experience in population-specific nursing for two years.
Clinical practice in
Successful teaching and administrative experience in a nursing program.
Ability to work effectively with faculty and University committees and
with public and private organizations both within or beyond his or her
discipline.
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