Doctorate of Nursing Practice Program Coordinator

How to Apply to this Posting How to Apply to this Posting Special Instructions Posting Details Position Information Job Title Doctorate of Nursing Practice Program Coordinator (Graduate Nursing Programs) FLSA Status Exempt Posted Salary Range Commensurate with experience. Employment Status Full Time Department School of Nursing Job Summary This faculty/coordinator is responsible for the overall success of the DNP program including the development and implementation of the curriculum, clinical placements, and completions of students completing advanced nursing practice programs. This will be accomplished through high level planning, organization, and communication with administrators, faculty, students and student-generated preceptors and clinical sites. Requires flexibility for possible student/preceptor/clinical site visits, clinical calls and relationship-building with new clinical sites outside of the normal work day. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Satisfactory personnel evaluations. Interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Essential Job Functions Serve as administrator for Typhon - annually ensure new faculty members and students are added; graduated students are archived; and faculty resigned/retired are removed. Review and revise the graduate nursing student handbook for final distribution annually. Coordinate the development of comprehensive calendars and schedules and ensure timely distribution to students, faculty, and staff each semester. Recommend graduate program curriculum and other revisions based upon faculty feedback, program evaluations, and changes in accreditation and other professional program standards and guidelines. Coordinate the development, review, maintenance, and revision of all graduate clinical and preceptor forms/handbook annually. Ensure clinical rotations and experiences are appropriate for the courses and student level each semester. Provide aggregate data of any standardized exam for review and decision-making to enhance program improvement and development. Assist in the development of retention/success strategies to improve or maintain retention and graduation rates for all graduate nursing students. Assist in advising graduate students. Provide direction and counsel to faculty members and/or graduate students who need clarification regarding program of study, schedule, etc. Monitor the progress of graduate nursing students. Participate in the graduate nursing student application and selection process. Assist in the planning and delivery of orientations for graduate nursing students and faculty. Recommend purchase of instructional resources (materials, equipment, and supplies) for the graduate program. Assist in data collection for the Systematic Evaluation Plan (SEP) annually. Assist in maintaining program related documents and generating documents for organizational reporting and national/state nursing accreditation reporting. Mentor new faculty members in teaching, scholarship, service, and practice. Serve as representative on Graduate Council as assigned. Participate in University, state, and national program and policy-related meetings. Monitor academic standards for the program to which assigned. Teach program courses and conduct all duties and responsibilities pertinent to the faculty role as outlined in the SON faculty position description. Assist in the identification, recruitment, supervision, and evaluation of all DNP program faculty. Assist the Director of Graduate Programs in implementing the program budget to include the identification of fiscal, physical, and personnel needs. Assist the Director of Graduate Programs and faculty in resolving student issues. Plan and supervise nursing ceremonies related to the DNP program. Exhibit initiative, enthusiasm, collegiality, and teamwork in accomplishing the responsibilities of the position. Maintain currency of knowledge in nursing education and practice by attending state and national meetings of nursing educators and administrators and clinicians as the budget allows. Coordinate the practicum placement of students in conjunction with the Director of Graduate Programs, faculty, and other nursing program coordinators. Build a close relationship with current clinical sites. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Graduate Programs and/or Dean. Qualifications Hold a master's degree in nursing. Hold a doctorate of nursing practice (DNP). Personal and professional integrity consistent with the mission of this institution and school of nursing. Strong organizational skills and independent work initiative Evidence of effective problem solving, critical thinking, and decision making skills. Demonstrated proactive approach in identifying problems. Evidence of flexibility, willingness to change, open-mindedness, fairness, accepting responsibility, and personal growth. Licensing and Certifications Current Mississippi Registered Nurse license. Current national certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Credentialed as a Family Nurse Practitioner in the state of Mississippi and other states as indicated. Hold current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in the state of Mississippi. EEO / ADA Statement Alcorn State University is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, affirmative action, and diversity: It is the policy of Alcorn State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, physical and/or mental disability, and/or political affiliation. This policy applies to all employees -regardless of position, consultants, and applicants for employment. Physical Requirements Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas No Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds Frequently Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds Occasionally Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds Not Required Travel Occasionally Extended Work Hours Occasionally Posting Detail Information Posting Number Number of Vacancies 1 Location Natchez Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 10/16/2023 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement EEO Statement: Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices are designated to handle inquires and/or complaints regarding non-discriminatory policies and procedures of Alcorn State University: Complaints, inquiries, or specific requests in regard to Title IX and Section 504 directives should be made to: Title IX Office, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 519A, Lorman, MS, 39096, . Complaints, inquiries, or requests in regard to non-discrimination in employment practices should be made to: Human Resources Department, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 107, Lorman, MS, 39096, Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to ADA/ADAAA compliance in employment practices should also be made to the department of human resources. Advertising Summary Excellent Benefits Package Supplemental Questions