Part-Time Clinical Coordinator - Masters of Science in Nursing

The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.

Position Description Summary/Purpose:

Goodwin University is seeking a part-time candidate (20 hours/week) for the position of Clinical Coordinator for the School of Nursing & Health Professions, with specific focus on the MSN program, but this individual will support clinical coordination across the nursing program as needed. This individual will be responsible for planning and organizing the clinical placements, including securing clinical sites and facilities, coordinating part-time clinical faculty assignments and facility-based orientation. This individual will sometimes be asked to support specific departmental projects when there is a need.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Two Components:

Placement Coordinator and Student Health and Requirement Record Management Placement Coordinator Responsibilities:

Coordinate with the Program Directors at the institution and the clinical sites to determine and secure adequate number of clinical placements needed to accommodate the student's level, and type of experience every semester. Maintain clinical affiliation agreements between Goodwin University and clinical agencies or institutions. Supporting clinical faculty in maintaining relationships with preceptors and the clinical sites, including administrative paperwork.

Student and Faculty Health Requirement:

Ensure that students health records and other required documents are current on the secure database system Ensure all demographic clinical placement/preceptor data is current and up to date in the secure clinical software Submit health records and other required documents of nursing students and faculty to nurse educator at clinical site in a timely manner. Determines clinical placement and schedules for nursing students each semester in coordination with appropriate program director Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Ability & Skill:

Demonstrated commitment to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and work in an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity Excellent organizational and computer-based skills with Microsoft Suite Ability to develop and maintain appropriate working relationships with clinical educators in multiple clinical settings through active and consistent networking Ability to maintain up-to-date records, attend to details and respond quickly to changes Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with stakeholders, clinical partners, faculty and students Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks efficiently and effectively to meet requirements of clinical sites

Qualifications Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in nursing or other related health field Two (2) years of relevant nursing or other health field experience preferred

Special Requirements :

Valid Driver's license and insured vehicle

Physical and Mental Requirements :

Work Environment None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Outdoor Weather Conditions X Work with fumes or airborne particles X Work near moving mechanical parts X Risk of electrical shock X Vibration X Physical Activity None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Standing X Walking X Sitting X Talking & Hearing X Using hands/fingers to handle/feel X Climbing or balancing X Bending, pulling, pushing X Driving X Lifting Requirements None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Up to 10 pounds X Up to 25 pounds X Up to 50 pounds X Up to 75 pounds X Up to 100 pounds X Over 100 pounds X Vision requirements: _X_ Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less) _X_ Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more) _X_ Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors) _X_ Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point) _X_ Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) ___ No special vision requirements (This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by The University as the needs of The University and requirements of the job change.)