Clinical Coordinator – Houston

Texas Lutheran University seeks a Clinical Coordinator for Nursing to lead the establishment and support of clinical nursing sites for our Nursing students in Houston in collaboration with campus leadership. Reporting to the Campus Executive/Assistant Director of Nursing under the leadership of the Director of Nursing, the Clinical Coordinator is a critical member of the Nursing Department and contributor to the success of students’ clinical learning. They are responsible for planning and organizing nursing clinical placements, including networking to identify potential clinical sites. This is a full-time, 12-month exempt administrative position.

This role requires strong planning, execution, and collaborative skills as well as demonstrated experience in seeking and establishing clinical sites. A strong candidate will have the ability to connect and build relationships with many different constituencies to support student learning. While not an academic position, they must have a strong understanding of the nursing curriculum and the vision and mission of the nursing program and TLU.

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Coordinator responsibilities will include the following priorities:

• Identify and operationalize student clinical site opportunities and work with faculty to identify sites and complete onboarding for all clinical rotations.
• Serve as the liaison and maintain a positive working relationship with clinical sites to facilitate quality clinical experiences that support student learning outcomes.
• Works with the Director of Nursing, the campus Assistant Directors of Nursing, and the BSN Coordinator to develop and continually refine clinical site strategies.
• Support students and faculty through the clinical placement onboarding requirements for all partner sites, keeping students and faculty informed.
• Collaborate to facilitate clinical agreement approval process for clinical sites and validate current contracts for all active clinical placement sites.
• Promote the mission and vision of TLU and the Department of Nursing among faculty, staff, and students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader, skilled administrator, and community builder, creating a strong team at the Houston sites. Specific required qualifications for the position include:

• Earned Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or business-related field with health care experience.
• Commitment to excellence in nursing education with undergraduate students consistent with the Department’s Mission, Values, and Program Outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills for identifying issues, communicating with stakeholders (faculty, students, staff, and agencies), and obtaining support for the nursing program).
• Evidence of excellent technology skills including use of Excel, Word and ability to quickly adapt to new technology.
• Ability to drive to clinical sites to maintain current and build new relationships for clinical placements.
• Ability to work collegially with faculty and staff in the department and across the university along with external partners.
• Commitment to university/community service, outreach, and continued professional development.
• Commitment to attracting, retaining, and supporting students.
• Understanding and support of the mission of Texas Lutheran University.

Preference may be given to candidates who also offer one or more of the following:

• Evidence of experience in building and promoting community relationships, including developing student practicums in nursing.
• Evidence of experience in strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Evidence of contributions to diversity and/or experience working with underrepresented student populations, as well as professionals and/or patient populations of such backgrounds.

The Department of Nursing has full approval from the Texas Board of Nursing to offer a baccalaureate degree and a direct entry MSN in nursing. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and master’s degree program in nursing at Texas Lutheran University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). We have an excellent pre-licensure NCLEX-RN pass rate and employment rate for our graduates. The curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for a nursing career and requires all students to be involved in faculty-mentored undergraduate research. Information about the Department of Nursing is available at www.tlu.edu/nursing.

Salary is competitive, with excellent benefits. Texas Lutheran University is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The ELCA’s 26 colleges and universities value and practice academic freedom while preparing women and men for lives of leadership and service in a diverse world. For more information, consult our website at www.tlu.edu.

Please submit to:

Human Resources
Texas Lutheran University
1000 W. Court Street
Seguin, Texas 78155
FAX: (830) 372-6409
E-mail: humanresources@tlu.edu