What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator, Clinical Experience position at Cleveland State University?
Job Summary
Leads the operational coordination of undergraduate nursing clinical placements across the traditional, evening/weekend, and accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs. Responsible for managing complex clinical placement processes in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and serves as a key liaison between the School of Nursing (SON) and regional healthcare partners. Oversees clinical scheduling operations, support compliance, and placement requests, and maintains collaborative partnerships with healthcare organizations to ensure high-quality clinical learning experiences. Requires strong organizational, project management, communication, and technology skills, as well as the ability to manage competing priorities, analyze operational needs, and proactively resolve issues impacting students, faculty, and clinical partners. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Leads the operational coordination of undergraduate nursing clinical placements across the traditional, evening/weekend, and accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs. Responsible for managing complex clinical placement processes in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and serves as a key liaison between the School of Nursing (SON) and regional healthcare partners. Oversees clinical scheduling operations, support compliance, and placement requests, and maintains collaborative partnerships with healthcare organizations to ensure high-quality clinical learning experiences. Requires strong organizational, project management, communication, and technology skills, as well as the ability to manage competing priorities, analyze operational needs, and proactively resolve issues impacting students, faculty, and clinical partners. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferably in nursing, healthcare administration, business operations, public administration, education, or related field from an accredited institution.
- Experience in business operations, project management, academic administration, healthcare operations, or program coordination.
- Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects with fixed deadlines and high accountability.
- Experience with databases, scheduling or placement systems, and Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced).
- Valid driver’s license and ability to establish driver eligibility under the CSU’s Driving and Motor Vehicle Policy.