Nursing Program Coordinator

Smith Chason College | WCUI School of Medical Imaging | Smith Chason School of Nursing•Los Angeles, CA

3d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Program Coordinator is responsible for providing administrative support to the Director of Nursing and for the Campus nursing Program. This role will assist in the general operation and daily organizational workflow of the nursing Program/Department while ensuring prospective and current students have all the tools and information they need to successfully complete the program. The Program Administrative Assistant plays a significant role in supporting the mission and goals of the school. The individual in this role will actively engage with students, staff, and faculty members by creating a friendly and positive environment in a virtual work setting. The nursing department at Smith Chason College is supported by a collaborative and cohesive group of professional nurses, staff, and students. The Nursing Program Coordinator reports to the Program Director. The Nursing Program Coordinator will demonstrate a significant degree of professionalism in providing support to the nursing team and students. The ADN Administrative Policy Manual includes policies and procedures the Administrative Assistant will adhere to.

Requirements

Baccalaureate or higher degree in nursing or equivalent experience in education, administration, or other area that would support the job description
Experience working in higher education and working with college students
Time management and organizational skills
Competence in Microsoft Office Suite
Proficient communication and collaboration with Program Director, their designee, faculty, and hospital and ambulatory center staff
Must be able to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods of time
Can independently move objects up to 25 lbs.
Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, other office machinery, and perform repetitive motions
Must have sufficient hearing and speaking ability to communicate in person or on the phone/computer with others

Responsibilities

Must possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills and effective customer service
Meet regularly with the Program Director or their designee to assess the immediate and long-term needs of the nursing program
Maintain Program Directors schedule
Manages agendas and minutes for General Faculty, Curriculum, Program Evaluation, and PAC committee meetings
Inputs the theory and clinical schedule to the Leadership Schedule by week 5 of the prior quarter and submits to the College Registrar
Organization and maintenance of hard copy and electronic student and faculty files
Provide access to Canvas for all theory and clinical instructors each quarter
On occasion provide support to Lead Faculty to deliver and pick-up the Clinical Affiliate Survey
Schedule the Director of Nursing Interviews (DONI) with the students
Other projects assigned by Program Director or their designee
Creating a sense of community in all interactions and communications with students
Identifying problem areas and offering assistance
Opening safe conversations for cooperative solutions
Holding students to standards and goals that will ultimately make them successful in their careers