Coordinator, Nursing Pathways Program

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(775) 445-4237
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City NV 89703

Administrative Faculty Contract. Non Tenure Track Benefits Eligible - This position is grant funded through 6/30/2027. Employment is contingent upon continued funding. The position is being filled through an emergency appointment. Appointment to the role on a permanent basis is contingent upon meeting additional recruitment requirements. This role is based on the Carson City campus with occasional travel to the Fallon campus.

Under the direction and supervision of the Operations & Clinical Coordinator the Nursing Pathways Program Coordinator is responsible for developing implementing coordinating and continuously improving operational systems processes and activities that support Allied Health programs that provide a stackable entry to Nursing.

This position serves as a centralized coordination point for such programs and is responsible for facilitating communication timelines documentation operational alignment compliance processes and program implementation activities among faculty staff students clinical partners and college departments.

The Nursing Pathways Program Coordinator manages complex operational and program development processes related to clinical education curriculum implementation workforce alignment student progression and regulatory compliance. The role exercises independent judgment in coordinating program operations implementing systems and workflows resolving operational issues and supporting continuous improvement activities in alignment with division priorities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Operations & Systems Coordination

For Allied Health and other programs that provide a stackable entry to Nursing under the supervision of the Operations & Clinical Coordinator

Coordinate implementation of operational systems workflows processes and timelines supporting programs across all campuses

Serve as primary program coordinator for assigned programs facilitating communication timelines documentation workflow tracking and operational implementation among stakeholders

Coordinate day-to-day operational activities including scheduling logistics communication resource coordination and program implementation

Coordinate operational processes related to courses labs simulations equipment instructional resources and program activities

Develop and maintain organized operational records tracking systems reports and documentation supporting compliance audits program operations and accreditation activities

Coordinate onboarding and operational support processes for adjunct faculty instructional staff preceptors and program partners

Coordinate implementation and continuous improvement of established program processes workflows operational practices and communication systems

Facilitate meetings maintain timelines track progress document outcomes and coordinate completion of operational and program development activities

Support data tracking operational reporting evaluation and continuous improvement activities related to assigned program

Coordinate communication and operational alignment among faculty staff students clinical partners employers and administrative departments

Clinical & Compliance Process Coordination
For Allied Health and other programs that provide a stackable entry to Nursing under the supervision of the Operations & Clinical Coordinator
Plan coordinate and maintain clinical and work-based learning experience for Allied Health and other programs that provide a stackable entry to Nursing to include -
Execute operational processes associated with clinical and work-based learning placements
Manage compliance processes for program entry and participation
Manage onboarding and support activities for students clinical instructors preceptors and site contacts
Maintain all related paperwork using an organized system aligned with regulatory requirements
Communicate with and track progress of all participants related to processes and scheduling
Problem-solve issues as they arise
Support accreditation preparation regulatory reporting audits and compliance review activities
Maintain working knowledge of accreditation standards state regulations and program requirements applicable to assigned programs

Program Development Workforce Alignment & Evaluation
For Allied Health and other programs that provide a stackable entry to Nursing under the supervision of the Operations & Clinical Coordinator
Coordinate operational activities associated with program development revision and implementation including documentation meeting coordination timeline management stakeholder communication and workflow tracking
Develop and maintain timelines tracking systems and workflow processes associated with program implementation activities
Coordinate communication and operational collaboration among faculty the curriculum office leadership employers and community partners
Support workforce alignment activities by tracking industry trends employment opportunities and partnership needs elated to assigned programs
Coordinate employer communication and program-level workforce engagement activities
Support student transition to employment by coordinating communication and placement support activities with employers and community partners
Track and evaluate operational compliance and student outcome data related to assigned programs
Support program evaluation and continuous improvement activities through data collection reporting and operational analysis

Professional Responsibilities & Student Support
For Allied Health and other programs that provide a stackable entry to Nursing under the supervision of the Operations & Clinical Coordinator
Serve as a point of contact for students regarding program processes scheduling requirements and operational support
Coordinate referrals and communication with advising student services faculty and leadership as appropriate
Support outreach recruitment and informational activities related to assigned programs
Develop positive collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Promote a collegial student-centered and service-oriented work environment
Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:
Allied health and nursing program requirements (college/state) and regulatory processes
Operational systems coordination and workflow management
Accreditation standards
Student support systems and program implementation practices
Workforce trends and healthcare industry eneds
NSHE/WNC policies and procedures

Skills in:
Program coordination and operational systems management
Communication and stakeholder collaboration
Organizational leadership and workflow coordination
Problem-solving and operational implementation; attention to detail
Data tracking reporting and documentation
Process development and continuous improvement

Ability to:
Coordinate complex operational systems and activities
Manage multiple priorities and timelines simultaneously
Facilitate collaboration among diverse stakeholders
Implement and improve operational processes and workflows
Exercise sound judgement and independent decision-making
Support students faculty and partners effectively

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree and three (3) years of related professional experience in any combination of the following: healthcare education workforce development program coordination operational coordination or related field; AND experience coordinating complex schedules workflows or multi-stakeholder processes
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the Bachelors degree (i.e. AA4 years of related professional experience). A minimum of an associates degree is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in a health-related field or related area preferred
Experience in higher education or healthcare pathway programs
Experience with compliance processes accreditation activities or clinical coordination
Experience working in rural or community-based settings
Experience coordinating program implementation or operational systems

Department Contact Information:

• Lisa Castillo Administrative Assistant 4 Nursing and Allied Heath: or

Minimum Starting Salary:

This position is at a salary grade C. The minimum of the placement range is $73531.55. The selected candidate will be placed at or above the minimum based on education and experience. WNCs placement range falls within the NSHE salary schedule: NSHE ADMINISTRATIVE SALARY SCHEDULE

Perks of Working at WNC

• Beautiful campus located along numerous biking and walking trails

• Voluntary supplemental retirement plans both pre-tax and Roth options available (403b 457b plans)

• Employer paidLong Term Disability (LTD) Program

• Health insurance options including dental and vision -Health Insurance

• Generous annual leave (A contract) sick leave (A & B contract) 12 paid holidays -Faculty Benefits

• The WNC Fitness Center offers Faculty and Staff membershipWNC Fitness Center

• ComPsych ourEmployee Assistance Programoffers resources and assistance to Faculty and Staff

• Discounted WNC Staff rates for ourChild Development Centerwhich has received Four Star Recognition from the Nevada Silver Star Quality Rating and Improvement System

• Voluntary benefits including accident disability legal services and more Voluntary Benefits

• An administrative faculty senate represents full-time administrative faculty

• Free parking and plenty of it!

• No State income tax!

Education Benefits for Faculty Employees and Family Members

WNC is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and their qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Qualified dependents of faculty can take unlimited credits per semester. More information can be found in the Board of Regents Handbook.

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Notwithstanding any provision of the NSHE Code to the contrary this contract is a temporary contract only and the employee is not entitled to or guaranteed additional employment contracts in the future. Pursuant to the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents Handbook Title 4 Chapter 3 Section 41 2. c. temporary full-time faculty are not entitled to the notice of nonreappointment and notice of termination provisions in Title 2 Chapter 5 Section 5.9. In the best judgment of the appointing authority this temporary employment appointment may be terminated with 30 days notice which may include accrued annual leave pursuant to Title 4 Chapter 3 Section 20 paragraph 3.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

WNC is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a persons age (40 or older) disability whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities) sex (including pregnancy or related conditions) military status or military obligations sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information national origin race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as natural hairstyles afros bantu knots curls braids locks and twists) color or religion.

WNC does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. The colleges commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.

Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions and/or questions as to how to file a complaint of unlawful discrimination may be referred to WNCs Civil Rights Specialist & Title IX Coordinator:

Victor Navarro at or

Western Nevada College

2201 West College Parkway

Bristlecone Building Room 154

Carson City NV 89703

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty members first day of employment.

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