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Coordinator, Clinical Education- Nursing (Winter Haven) (2022147)
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Position Number: 3078733
Location: Winter Haven, FL
Position Type: Medicine - Nursing

Coordinator, Clinical Education- Nursing (Winter Haven) (2022147)

Job Description
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

At Polk State, our amazing faculty and staff create an inspiring workplace. This Nursing Coordinator of Clinical Education position reports to the Nursing Program Director and is an excellent opportunity within the College's nursing program. We offer a collaborative, creative and culturally diverse work environment. If you want to be supported in your efforts to grow professionally and to be recognized for your contributions, then come work for Polk State.

SOAR, EAGLES!

ABOUT THE POSITION:

This is a professional/technical position that reports directly to the Director of Nursing. It involves both administrative support responsibilities associated with the program, and instructional responsibilities as appropriate within the program. Work requires the analysis of complex problems, planning of various interrelated activities, and sometimes the coordination of multiple projects or simultaneous functions. Frequently called upon to resolve complex problems within the program where recognized principles may be inadequate to determine a course of action. Regularly required to work cooperatively with other allied health programs and to communicate with other areas, both in and out of the college, in order to meet the needs of students, the community, and the profession.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:

Provides tutoring assistance to students in all levels, to include one-on-one guidance, group sessions, and development of supplemental study resources.
Assists in the Nursing Lab to facilitate student skills.
Assists with the establishment of policies and procedures governing selection and progression of students through the program.
Assists with the drafting of promotional materials used to attract students into the program.
Assists with the development of the curriculum framework for integration of clinical skills throughout the curriculum.
Assists in assembling and compiling all materials required for accreditation of the program.
Assists in disseminating the above information to the appropriate recipients at the College (administrators, counselors and program students) and outside the College (national accrediting body and each clinical affiliate).
Assists with the assessment of strengths and weaknesses of students via student surveys and employer surveys in order to continuously improve the instructional framework.
Assists in identifying the adjunct instructors to be utilized within the program.
Travels to clinical sites and acts as liaison between affiliate partners and the college
Assists with maintaining currency of student clinical handbook for the program.
Acts as liaison between Polk State College and the health community.

This position is a level P15. To determine starting salary, Polk State College takes into consideration the pay level minimum, the candidate's qualifications and internal equity factors.

Required Skills:

General overall basic nursing knowledge in all areas.
Computer skills for development of documents in various formats.
Ability to communicate effectively via email, interacting with students and faculty in LMS.
Requires ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with a wide variety of individuals within and outside the department, and frequently with students, faculty and staff of the College. Significant consultation is expected for problems requiring judgment and tact to obtain cooperation or approval of action to be taken.
Ability to work cooperatively with college personnel.
Must be able to personally and professionally interact with students of all levels.
Excellent written and oral communications skills.
Active, unrestricted Florida RN licensure required.

Working Conditions:

Travel may be required -- primarily day travel within Polk county, but may require overnight travel as well.

Required Education:

Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in nursing required.

Active, unrestricted Florida RN license.

Preferred Education:

Master's Degree in Nursing completed or in progress is preferred.

Required Experience:
At least two (2) years' acute care nursing experience as RN.

Preferred Experience:

Three-years (3) of clinical educational experience in the professional discipline is preferred. Other experience as required by related accrediting agency.

We offer an excellent employer-paid benefits package including the following: Medical, Dental, Life, Long-Term Disability, Vacation (except faculty), Holiday and Sick Leave, Retirement (if eligible) and college fee waivers. Other employee-paid, voluntary benefits (vision, short-term disability, etc.) are also available.

Important Information:

Application Requirements:A completed online application consists of:

a resume,
copy of Florida RN license, and
an electronic job application (all sections completed).

Submissions that do not include all required information will not be considered.

Background Screening:Reference checks, successful completion of a Level II background check (fingerprinting), and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.

Staff Transcripts: For career positions (C10-C18), an undergraduate degree is not required. However, please note that education will be verified for all stated degrees. Submission of official transcripts for all stated degrees will be required as a condition of employment, following receipt of job offer.

Veterans Preference: Eligible applicants must use the Polk State Veterans' Preference Documentation Form to apply for Veterans Preference for positions in qualifying categories (Career and Protech positions levels P12 - P16). All required documentation (Polk State Veterans Preference Form, DD-214, and any other required documentation) must be submitted with the completed application for consideration.

As a general rule, Polk State College does not provide H1-B visa sponsorship. Exceptions may be made based on the College's need for a candidate with unique skills and expertise where the College cannot otherwise recruit and hire qualified non-sponsored candidates.

Relocation:Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.

This position will close at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, May 27, 2022 .

If you need further assistance with your application, please contact the Recruiting Team at Careers@polk.edu.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

Polk State College is an equal access/equal opportunity institution committed to excellence through diversity in education and employment. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to students, employees, and applicants for employment or admission to the College. Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or pregnancy in its programs, activities, or employment. For questions or concerns on equity issues, please contact: Lonnie Thompson, Chief Diversity Officer; 999 Avenue H, NE; Winter Haven, FL 33881; Office: 863.292.3602 Ext. 5343; lthompso@polk.edu.

Polk State College is a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify.

Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you feel you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Polk State, please call 863-297-1070 or e-mail Careers@polk.edu with the nature of your request, along with your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will receive a response.

Company Location: Winter Haven Campus
Salary Type: Annually
Salary: 47,672.15 - 60,565.69 USD
Employment Term: R-Regular
Assignment Type: FULLTIME
Pay Level: P15
FLSA Status: Exempt

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