Nursing Clinical Coordinator - Faculty/Instructor – FNP Program
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Clinical Coordinator - Faculty/Instructor – FNP Program
Benefits
Tuition Assistance
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) – with Employer Contribution
South College - We are one of the nation's fastest growing institutions
of higher learning … come grow your career with us. In order to fully meet
our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives,
backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will
provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environment -where respect
and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture.
20,000 Students
10 Campuses
Competency Based Education
Online
Clinical Coordinator - Faculty/Instructor-FNP Program
The Clinical Coordinator supports the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Program by managing student preparedness for clinical rotations, facilitating
preceptor engagement, overseeing compliance and documentation processes, and
partnering with faculty to ensure high-quality practicum experiences. This
role serves as a key liaison among students, preceptors, clinical coordination
staff, and academic leadership, promoting smooth progression through clinical
courses and ensuring alignment with accreditation, regulatory, and
institutional standards.
Responsibilities
Practicum Course Support & Student Readiness
Provide structured support for every practicum course to ensure students
meet all requirements for practicum entry.
Collaborate with the Program Coordinator and Clinical Coordination team to
verify preceptor approvals, qualifications, and clinical site eligibility.
Support student clinical compliance in collaboration with Clinical
Operations Specialists
and participate in disciplinary or appeal processes as needed.
Work with Program Coordinator and faculty to address instructional
concerns.
Assist in evaluating clinical site quality, alignment with program
outcomes, and learning opportunities.
Instructional Responsibilities
Provide high-quality instruction in assigned clinical or didactic courses,
ensuring alignment with program curriculum.
Maintain timely grading, communication, and documentation per faculty
expectations.
Integrate evidence-based clinical practice guidelines and current
literature into teaching and student mentoring.
Faculty Oversight & Support
Oversee orientation, training and ongoing support for practicum faculty
Communicate policy updates, procedural changes, and clinical requirements
to practicum faculty.
Oversee practicum courses to ensure proper instruction and provide faculty
and student support to help meet course objectives and program outcomes.
Communication & Stakeholder Collaboration
Serve as a centralized point of contact for students, preceptors, clinical
operations, and academic leadership regarding clinical processes.
Maintain strong, professional relationships with preceptors to promote a
supportive learning environment.
Communicate policy updates, procedural changes, and practicum expectations
to faculty, students and preceptors in a timely and clear manner.
Participate in Nursing Advisory Board meetings, accreditation preparation,
and program evaluation initiatives.
Support leadership in developing, refining, and implementing practicum
education policies
Program Support & Institutional Engagement
Collaborate with nursing leadership on policy development, planning, and
program evaluation in support of state BON, accreditation (CCNE), and
institutional initiatives.
Participate in assessment, planning, and continuous quality improvement
efforts for practicum education.
Adhere to South College's Commitment to Behavior Standards.
Adhere to all policies and guidelines established by the institution,
school, department, affiliated partners, policies as described in the
employee/faculty handbook, and any other directives or memoranda.
Participate in process improvement and demonstrate adaptability to drive
efficiency to improve student outcomes.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Education
A doctoral degree in nursing (DNP or PhD),
Active board certification (AANP 0r ANCC) as a Family Nurse
Practitioner.
Licensure
Must have active unencumbered PA, LA, TN, and GA state APRN License (or
willingness to obtain).
Experience
Professional experience is required, and online teaching experience is
greatly preferred.
Minimum three years of full-time clinical experience in a professional
setting in the role of a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Experience in clinical teaching, preceptorship and/or student supervision
preferred.
Experience with clinical documentation platforms (Typhon, CastleBranch,
or equivalent) desirable.
Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and time-management
skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a remote academic
setting
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