Graduate Nursing Program Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

The University of Saint Mary is conveniently located a short 30 minutes’ drive from Parkville, Shawnee, Basehor and Kansas City, Kansas.  USM offer all full-time employees Medical, Dental, Vision, University Paid Basic Life & AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability along with a generous Tuition Remission for the employee, spouse and dependents under the age of 24 years old.  

THE HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SAINT MARY:

The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 100 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, its satellite location in Overland Park, as well as online.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for assisting graduate Nursing students throughout the admissions and enrollment processes. The position supports the Graduate Program Director and Graduate Clinical Site Coordinator.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Marketing and Admissions

• Coordinate with the Marketing and Admissions to effectively navigate prospective and current graduate nursing students through the admissions, enrollment, and financial processes. 
• Coordinate between Marketing and Admissions, Nursing Division, and other university departments to maintain effective communication regarding student applications and admissions processes and ensure student applications and files are accurate and complete. 
• Assist in reviewing and following up on student applications. 
• Meet with prospective students to discuss program pre-requisites and requirements. 
• Coordinate and attend student recruiting events and site visits in collaboration with Marketing and Admissions.

Nursing Division Administrative and Student Support

• Assist Graduate Nursing Program Director and Nursing Division Chair with course forecasting and program completion plans, including student enrollment in classes.
• Advise students on course progression in collaboration with Advisors, NP Leads, and Program Director; enroll students in coursework.
• Serve as a point of contact for students who have questions regarding program completion plans and scheduling; involve Advisors, NP Leads, and Program Director when appropriate.
• Support Graduate Clinical Placements Coordinator by evaluating and tracking student readiness for clinical placements, including school and site requirements (i.e. immunization, CPR, background checks, UDS, etc.), includes notifying students who are not in compliance with necessary requirements
• Attend graduate program meetings and takes meeting minutes.
• Work with Division of Nursing faculty and staff on division initiatives (i.e. student retention, graduation ceremonies, special events, etc.).
• Attend University, Division, and program meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Shite and database experience
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and coordinate with multiple individuals and departments. 
• Flexible schedule to allow for occasional weekend and evening availability
• Affinity to mission of USM

TO APPLY:
Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references. 

Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.