Assistant RN - BSN Coordinator and Nursing Faculty

Position SummaryThe Assistant RN-BSN Program Coordinator and Nursing Faculty member serves a dualrole within the Department of Nursing by providing academic leadership, student support, and administrative coordination for the RN-BSN Program while also fulfilling facultyresponsibilities in teaching, scholarship, service, and student mentoring. Working collaboratively with the Director of Post-Licensure Nursing Programs, the Assistant Coordinator supports program operations, student progression, curriculumimplementation, accreditation initiatives, and recruitment and retention efforts.The Assistant RN-BSN Program Coordinator serves as a primary resource for current, prospective, and incoming RN-BSN students, assisting them in educational planning, academic success, and progression toward degree completion. This position plays animportant role in fostering student engagement, ensuring compliance with university and nursing program requirements, and supporting continuous program improvement.The position reports directly to the Director of Post-Licensure Nursing Programs.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Faculty ResponsibilitiesTeach undergraduate nursing courses in the RN-BSN curriculum using evidence-based teaching and learning strategies.Maintain academic and clinical expertise consistent with professional nursing standards and faculty expectations.Advise and mentor students regarding academic progression, career development, and professional goals.Participate in curriculum development, course evaluation, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.Engage in scholarly, professional, and service activities consistent with university and departmental expectations.Serve on departmental, college, and university committees as assigned.Support compliance with accreditation, regulatory, and institutional standards.Administrative and Program Coordination ResponsibilitiesAssist the Director of Post-Licensure Nursing Programs with the administration and daily operations of the RN-BSN Program.Provide academic advising and degree planning for prospective, newly admitted, and currently enrolled RN-BSN students.Develop and implement individualized plans of study, including course sequencing and registration guidance to promote timely degree completion.Monitor student progression and identify students who may benefit from academic support, intervention, referral, or retention initiatives.Support students in special populations, including conditionally admitted students, academically at-risk students, returning students, and students seeking degree plan modifications.Collaborate with faculty, academic support services, and university departments to enhance student success and retention.Assist with data collection, reporting, assessment activities, and accreditation-related documentation.Develop and maintain advising resources, student success materials, and informational communications for students and faculty.Participate in academic orientation programs, information sessions, recruitment events, and student engagement activities.Support the implementation of policies and procedures related to admissions, progression, retention, and graduation.Assist with program evaluation and strategic initiatives designed to enhance program quality and student outcomes.Represent the RN-BSN Program at university, community, and professional events as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of nursing education, curriculum requirements, and RN-BSN program standards.Understanding of higher education policies, academic advising practices, and student success strategies.Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.Ability to work collaboratively with diverse student populations, faculty, staff, and community partners.Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment.Proficiency in educational technology, learning management systems, and student information systems.Additional RequirementsDemonstrated commitment to student success, engagement, and academic excellence.Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching practices.Ability to manage a high volume of student interactions while maintaining professionalism and responsiveness.Ability to deliver presentations, workshops, and informational sessions to students and stakeholders.Participation in virtual and in-person recruitment, outreach, marketing, and advising events for the RN-BSN Program as assigned.Active participation in departmental, university, and professional service activities.Commitment to fostering positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, alumni, healthcare partners, and the community.Support and uphold the mission, vision, and core values of the University.Faculty Rank: Determined by qualifications and university criteria for appointment and promotion.Faculty Salary: Determined by qualifications and university criteria for appointment and promotion.Tenure:non-tenured positionReports To: Director of Post-Licensure Nursing Programs.This position combines teaching, advising, program administration, and student success leadership to support the continued growth and excellence of the RN-BSN Program.Security Sensitive:This position is classified as Security-Sensitive and is thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094, which authorize employers to obtain and review criminal history record information for applicants.Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice sate work habits at all times.