Coordinator of Graduate Nursing Programs

Are you a compassionate people-first communicator who loves building strong relationships while keeping complex moving parts organized Do you get energized by helping students succeed supporting dedicated faculty and bringing people together around shared goals If you thrive in a collaborative environment where your warmth empathy and organizational talents directly impact peoples lives we would love to welcome you to the University of Southern Maine School of Nursing!

We are looking for a relational student-centered Coordinator of Graduate Nursing Educationto join our this role you will be the heart of our Nurse Practitioner (NP) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs working hand-in-hand with our Graduate Faculty Director faculty members and administrative staff. You will build meaningful connections foster a welcoming community and ensure our students and educators feel fully supported every step of the way.

Key responsibilities include:

• Tracking admissions and progression data for our Master of Science in Nursing and DNP programs.
• Securing clinical placements and preceptors for advanced practice nurse practitioner students (ARNP) and DNP students.
• Providing graduate student advising and support in collaboration with faculty.
• Assisting with course scheduling for the graduation program (MSN/DNP.)
• Coordinate review and revise course catalog content for updates.
• Supporting grant application efforts.
• Managing ARNP student certification application processes.
• Respond to prospective student inquiries about our graduate nursing programs.
• Overseeing document and database systems using multiple electronic platforms required by accreditation and approval agencies.
• Assist Graduate Nursing Faculty Director with special projects and additional duties as agreed upon.
• Collaborate with internal and external individuals and teams to support our School of Nursing mission to advance the health and well-being of the community through the education of compassionate and competent nurses prepared for the challenges of 21st century nursing practice.

Pay and Benefits

This is a full-time in-person position based on our Portland Campus. This position offers an annual salary of $46800.00.

The University of Southern Maine offers highly competitivebenefitsfor full-time and eligible part-time employees that includes (but is not limited to):

• 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation time and sick time.
• Health dental and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance.
• A tuition waiver program for employees and their spouse or dependent child(ren).
• A 403(b)-retirement plan.
• Free access to the METRO system including the Husky Line with service between our Portland and Gorham campuses.

See theBenefits Information Summaryfor details.

About the University of Southern Maine

TheUniversity of Southern Maineis a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland Maine area including campuses in Portland Gorham Lewiston and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs emphasizing hands-on learning community engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment USM is a steward of higher education helping drive the economic cultural and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM visitAbout Our University.

The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives enhancing teaching learning personal growth and overall institutional achievement. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.

We are dedicated to our Service PromiseStudent Focused Every Dayand seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care Integrity Equity and Responsiveness.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree preferred; associates degree considered with 1 or more years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of one year of related experience.
• Experience entering tracking and updating data in digital formats
• Excellent communication skills

To applyclick on the Apply Now button below or visit ourUSM Careers Pageand submit the following:

• Cover letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of names and contact information for three references.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

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