Coordinator, Nursing Pathways Program

Western Nevada College•Carson City, NV

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

This is an Administrative Faculty Contract, Non Tenure Track, Benefits Eligible position that is grant funded through 6/30/2027. Employment is contingent upon continued funding. The position is being filled through an emergency appointment, and permanent appointment is contingent upon meeting additional recruitment requirements. The role is based on the Carson City campus with occasional travel to the Fallon campus. Under the direction and supervision of the Operations & Clinical Coordinator, the Nursing Pathways Program Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, coordinating, and continuously improving operational systems, processes, and activities that support Allied Health programs providing a stackable entry to Nursing. This position serves as a centralized coordination point for such programs and is responsible for facilitating communication, timelines, documentation, operational alignment, compliance processes, and program implementation activities among faculty, staff, students, clinical partners, and college departments. The Nursing Pathways Program Coordinator manages complex operational and program development processes related to clinical education, curriculum implementation, workforce alignment, student progression, and regulatory compliance. The role exercises independent judgment in coordinating program operations, implementing systems and workflows, resolving operational issues, and supporting continuous improvement activities in alignment with division priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of related professional experience in any combination of the following: healthcare education, workforce development, program coordination, operational coordination or related field; AND experience coordinating complex schedules, workflows, or multi-stakeholder processes.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree (i.e., AA+4 years of related professional experience). A minimum of an associates degree is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in a health-related field or related area preferred.
Experience in higher education or healthcare pathway programs.
Experience with compliance processes, accreditation activities, or clinical coordination.
Experience working in rural or community-based settings.
Experience coordinating program implementation or operational systems.

Responsibilities

Coordinate implementation of operational systems, workflows, processes and timelines supporting programs across all campuses.
Serve as primary program coordinator for assigned programs, facilitating communication, timelines, documentation, workflow tracking, and operational implementation among stakeholders.
Coordinate day-to-day operational activities including scheduling, logistics, communication, resource coordination, and program implementation.
Coordinate operational processes related to courses, labs, simulations, equipment, instructional resources, and program activities.
Develop and maintain organized operational records, tracking systems, reports, and documentation supporting compliance, audits, program operations, and accreditation activities.
Coordinate onboarding and operational support processes for adjunct faculty, instructional staff, preceptors, and program partners.
Coordinate implementation and continuous improvement of established program processes, workflows, operational practices, and communication systems.
Facilitate meetings, maintain timelines, track progress, document outcomes, and coordinate completion of operational and program development activities.
Support data tracking, operational reporting, evaluation, and continuous improvement activities related to assigned program.
Coordinate communication and operational alignment among faculty, staff, students, clinical partners, employers and administrative departments.
Plan, coordinate, and maintain clinical and work-based learning experience for Allied Health and other programs that provide a stackable entry to Nursing.
Execute operational processes associated with clinical and work-based learning placements.
Manage compliance processes for program entry and participation.
Manage onboarding and support activities for students, clinical instructors, preceptors, and site contacts.
Maintain all related paperwork using an organized system aligned with regulatory requirements.
Communicate with and track progress of all participants related to processes and scheduling.
Problem-solve issues as they arise.
Support accreditation preparation, regulatory reporting, audits, and compliance review activities.
Maintain working knowledge of accreditation standards, state regulations, and program requirements applicable to assigned programs.
Coordinate operational activities associated with program development, revision, and implementation, including documentation, meeting coordination, timeline management, stakeholder communication, and workflow tracking.
Develop and maintain timelines, tracking systems, and workflow processes associated with program implementation activities.
Coordinate communication and operational collaboration among faculty, the curriculum office, leadership, employers, and community partners.
Support workforce alignment activities by tracking industry trends, employment opportunities, and partnership needs elated to assigned programs.
Coordinate employer communication and program-level workforce engagement activities.
Support student transition to employment by coordinating communication and placement support activities with employers and community partners.
Track and evaluate operational, compliance, and student outcome data related to assigned programs.
Support program evaluation and continuous improvement activities through data collection, reporting, and operational analysis.
Serve as a point of contact for students regarding program processes, scheduling, requirements, and operational support.
Coordinate referrals and communication with advising, student services, faculty, and leadership as appropriate.
Support outreach, recruitment, and informational activities related to assigned programs.
Develop positive collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Promote a collegial, student-centered, and service-oriented work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health insurance options including dental and vision
Generous annual leave (A contract), sick leave (A & B contract), 12 paid holidays
Voluntary supplemental retirement plans, both pre-tax and Roth options available (403b, 457b plans)
Employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD) Program
The WNC Fitness Center offers Faculty and Staff membership
ComPsych our Employee Assistance Program offers resources and assistance to Faculty and Staff
Discounted WNC Staff rates for our Child Development Center
Voluntary benefits including accident, disability, legal services, and more
An administrative faculty senate represents full-time, administrative faculty
Free parking and plenty of it!
No State income tax!
Education Benefits for Faculty Employees and Family Members (reduced-rate tuition for faculty, unlimited credits per semester for qualified dependents)