BSN Program Coordinator/Nursing Faculty (29146)

JOB SUMMARY

The Nursing Faculty/BSN Program Coordinator position holds 80% nursing faculty and 20% BSN program oversight responsibilities in coordination with the Director of Undergraduate Nursing Programs and the Director of Nursing. The BSN Program Coordinator supports and promotes the vision, mission, and goals of Ottawa University and Ottawa University Nursing, and supports excellence in student learning and progression. Academic rank depends on credentials and experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB (provide list of items which are essential to effective outcomes in this role):

Nursing Teaching Faculty (80%):

• Teach 8 courses per year (80% teaching load)
• See nursing Faculty job description for complete listing of responsibilities 

BSN Program Coordinator (20%):

• Provides effective coordination of BSN program operations in collaboration with the Director of Undergraduate Nursing Programs and the Director of Nursing.
• Position supports regulatory program compliance and oversight of day-to-day activities of the BSN Prelicensure and RN-BSN programs through the following duties/responsibilities:
  • Coordination to ensure academic contract currency and notification for payment, 
  • Coordination with the RN-BSN Professor in Charge regarding student and clinical Practicum needs,
  • Monitors BSN curriculum currency, 
  • Submission of Prelicensure clinical faculty timesheets to the Director of Nursing every 2 weeks.
• Coordinates with the Director of Undergraduate Nursing Programs regarding guidance of nursing students and/or potential nursing students.  
• Ensures quality and integrity of the academic program, curriculum, services, and operations. 
• Effectively manages relationships with stakeholders, internal and external to OU, in performance of role. 
• Other duties as assigned.

STANDARD UNIVERSITY EXPECTATIONS: 

• Model and encourage collaboration among University departments assuring effective communication and operations.
• Understand the University’s policies and, procedures, and exercise good judgment accordingly. Assure that University and student information is managed in a confidential and ethical manner in accordance with the University’s Code of Conduct and Ethics.
• Provide leadership through conduct, attitude, and professionalism. Represent the University to students, external groups, faculty, and staff in a way that reflects positively on the University. 
• Be mindful and supportive of the overall Mission of Ottawa University.
• Exercise Inclusivity in your daily actions accruing alignment within expectations of the University’s Diversity Statement.

NOTE

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Ottawa University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate in recruitment or employment on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

REQUIRED EDUCATION: (education based on essential job duties and requirements consistent with business necessity): Master of Science in Nursing degree required; Licensed RN in Kansas, Multistate license preferred.  A doctorate in nursing from an accredited college or university is preferred.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: (experience based on requirements in role and are consistent with business necessity)
•       Knowledge and skills related to the teaching of adults and teaching methodology, as well as curriculum development and evaluation.

•       A current license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Kansas, multistate license preferred.

•       Two years of full-time experience in teaching nursing theory and clinical practice in a state-approved nursing education program at the baccalaureate degree level or higher.

•       Two years of full-time clinical experience as a practicing Registered Nurse.

•       Experience with online education preferred.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: List required and/or preferred certification, industry specific requirements, required or preferred use of equipment, and all necessary job skills, abilities, and knowledge competencies) Provide a list of items below:

• Utilize excellent communication and customer service skills to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, in particular Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
• Proven ability to teach effectively in an adult classroom
• Utilize flexibility, adaptability, and innovation to meet program and student needs and promote evidence-based practice.
• Proven interpersonal and communication skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical attributes required to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation - examples: sitting, lifting #, bending, driving, environmental factors or elements, noise level, stairs in a building, or other factors that will affect working conditions). Provide a list of items below:

• Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work. This may involve some lifting, carrying, moving, pushing and/or pulling of objects/materials of light weight (15-20 pounds).
• Work occasional irregular hours, including some nights and weekends.
• Articulate verbal communication with students, faculty and staff expected. 
• Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:  Yes - Travel Required

• If YES, list type and approximate percentage: Local and Regional Travel Expected
• Responsible for driving students and University vehicles as part of job duties (YES/NO):  NO