Nursing Clinical Coordinator

DEFINITION

The Nursing Program Clinical Coordinator is responsible for planning and organizing the nursing clinical and lab courses, including clinical sites and facilities, orientation and class scheduling, and preceptor assignments where applicable. The Clinical Coordinator is also responsible for acquiring, contracting, monitoring, and evaluating all clinical sites for nursing courses and student experiences in coordination with the Director of Nursing.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Clinical Coordinator has the same duties as the nursing instructor but has been assigned additional responsibilities to assist the Director of Nursing and is a support person for both instructors and students. The Clinical Coordinator provides coverage in clinical, skills, and theory instruction as needed or as assigned by the Director.

SAMPLES OF DUTIES

The information listed below is meant to serve as samples of job duties and responsibilities for positions in this classification. This list is neither inclusive nor exclusive, but indicative of several types of duties performed. Consequently, this information does not reflect Essential Functions for any given position in this classification. Ensure that faculty meets the credentialing requirements of assigned facilities Ensure that all required paperwork is submitted to the clinical facilities within required time frames. Coordinate an orientation program for all new clinical faculty to ensure that program outcomes are met Coordinate and initiate relationships with community partners Initiate new clinical site relationships Identifies and formulates needed clinical contracts with all clinical facilities and assists the Director of Nurses with BVNPT facility application process Weekly visits to each site currently in use by students; documentation of visits. Fosters existing site relationships Ensures that all Student Training Agreements are current Ensures clinical site evaluations are conducted each semester Coordinates orientations to all clinical facilities Assists with student rotation assignments Assist the Director of Nurses in completion of BVNPT facility application process Cover clinical, skills, and theory instruction as needed or as assigned by the Director Assists with the student remediation and evaluation process Provide effective counseling to staff and students in the clinical setting In an emergency situation, will arrange or provide substitute coverage for instructors Engage organizational processes, as appropriate, to address academic difficulties and clinical compliance and competency issues Assesses labs and equipment for readiness including: Equipment and supplies, and their security Inventory and reorder needed lab supplies Formulate budget recommendations Distribution of student clinical packs Assists faculty with skills testing as needed Participate in required department meeting and projects, as assigned Accept and complete additional related duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Excellent clinical skills Ability to communicate effectively Knowledge of the healthcare community Ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of professional people Ability to motivate and instill confidence in staff and students Strong organizational and time management skills with high level of professional integrity Ability to maintain positive relationships with clinical resources and staff Work collaboratively in a team environment Maintain sensitive and confidential information Ability to maintain a positive attitude and positive communication skills Believes in students' abilities to be successful and improve

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Current unimcumbered RN license Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field. Masters in Nursing preferred At least 1-2 years' experience working in a nursing education program Other A valid California Driver's License may be required. Knowledge of community resources

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Some travel to clinical sites • Normal school environment Schedule changes may occur based on clinical needs

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent Pay:

$93,600.00 - $104,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person