Program Coordinator & Faculty, SON

Program Coordinator and Faculty School of Nursing (SON) Rasmussen University Odessa, FL The Program Coordinator and Faculty School of Nursing (SON) is responsible for promoting and supporting the vision and mission of the nursing program at the University while teaching courses in a variety of modalities Teaching duties may include being assigned up to 3 work units per quarter. Minimum expectations for all Program Coordinators include focus on the following areas: Program Coordinator-specific Responsibilities: Programmatic & Academic LeadershipProgrammatic & Academic Ownership Full-time Faculty-specific Responsibilities: Teaching Effectiveness: Professionalism, Use of Technology, and Content ExpertiseStudent Outreach and SupportService to University & Community: Attendance at Meetings and Campus/Community EventsProfessional Development and In-serviceFulfillment of Professional Development & In-Service (REU) commitment in most current AY reviewRanked Exceeding Minimum Expectations in most recent AY review Responsibilities: Programmatic & Academic Leadership Serves as the key programmatic leader on campus in the defined programmatic area and provides programmatic expertise for students, staff, and facultyAssists the Dean of Nursing (Area Dean or Associate Dean of Nursing), and programmatic faculty in planning, implementing, and evaluating the curriculaActively represents the University to students, professional organizations, partners, and other relevant constituencies within the communitiesMonitors and reports programmatic metrics such as external and internal learning outcomes, enrollment and retention, and graduate placement ratesParticipates in strategic planning and implementation of programmatic activities and events, especially as related to academic matters; reviews and supports academic policiesAssists with programmatic professional development for faculty, including programmatic new faculty orientation/onboardingSupports the Dean of Nursing in the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of programmatic faculty members, participate in the interview process if requestedAttends Teaching Development and Development in Discipline programs in addition to maintaining required professional credentialsSchedules quarterly meetings with the Dean of Nursing and Campus Leadership to discuss the overall health of the program and inform them of any upcoming changesParticipates in meetings as designated by the Campus Director, Dean of Nursing, and the UniversityParticipates in community and professional events as designated by the Dean of NursingEstablishes regular communication with Career Services, Admissions, and Student Advisors to answer programmatic questions, discuss retention and placement outcomes, and discuss potential, current, graduate students and maintain documentation of these meetingsPrepares various reports and submit them to the Dean of NursingPrepares and assists students for the applicable credentialing exam if applicableReviews curriculum for areas of improvement and discuss thoughts and ideas with the Dean of NursingOrders and reconciles supply orders and maintain inventory of the lab and storage areas, if applicableMaintains all student programmatic files and ensure proper documentation is collectedReviews, maintains, and enforces the immunization programmatic policy requirementsParticipates in the program evaluation processSupports attainment of programmatic start, retention, and placement goalsParticipates in licensing and accreditation processAttends University functions (Community involvement activities, graduation ceremonies, and various campus-based activitiesBuilds community relationships to support programmatic outcomesAssists with gaining clinical partnerships and visits clinical sites, as neededSubmits weekly updated programmatic BFA report to Dean of NursingProvides safe learning environment by maintaining the requirements of the Rasmussen Safety Manual and maintaining lab equipment, if applicableMaintains awareness of course programs, relationships between programs, and University policies and proceduresAssists students with professional placement Programmatic & Academic Ownership Provides academic advising and counseling to studentsResponds in a timely and appropriate manner to all student, faculty, and leadership requests for information and/or guidanceSupports University, community, and national partnerships that foster educational goals and programmatic outcomesDevelops networks, collaborations, and partnerships to enhance the University’s influence within the academic communityCollaborates with faculty and student support personnel (i.e. Career Services, Admissions, Student Affairs, Student Finance) to assure delivery of superior student serviceProvides and promotes available resources for student successProvides individual or group tutoring, and/or open lab sessions to assist students requiring or requesting additional assistanceEstablishes and continues regular quarterly communication with studentsPlans and engages students in programmatic events that may be available on campus or within the community FULL-TIME FACULTY-SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES* Teaching Workload Program Coordinators will teach up to 3 work units (approximately 15-20 contact hours) per academic quarter. Teaching Effectiveness: Professionalism, Use of Technology, and Content Expertise Dynamic, Active Classroom Use of effective teaching strategies and multiple teaching techniques; teaching and modeling appropriate level learning skills and creating an environment conducive to learningCreating high levels of student engagement through activities, community building, and student-centered learningClarity, relevance, and connection of class session objectives to course performance objectivesOrganized classroom and efficient use of class time Subject Matter Expertise Demonstrate mastery and ability to articulate and relate to students Professionalism Appropriate behavior, language, demeanor, and dress will be exhibited at all times Pre-term Start Review and complete course syllabus in the online courses shell or COGReview course learning objectives, course schedule, lesson content, and gradebookComplete first two weeks of gradebook setup in residential COG shell, if applicable Welcome students using welcome announcement, icebreaker, and student lounge postings Set up calendar and/or syllabus with office hours, live classroom sessions, assignments, and deadlines Participation Throughout Quarter Participate in online course shellOnline participation includes 5 of 7 days per week (with no consecutive days missed)FLEX50 participation includes 5 of 7 days per week (with no consecutive days missed)COG participation includes weekly activity, grade postingsGrading with feedback provided within the online course shellContribute to discussion forums (Online/FLEX)Create written announcements weeklyHold Live Classroom sessions required of course taught (length and frequency of sessions determined by modality)Every class must have one or more assignments graded by the end of the second week of the courseAll student work must be graded, with formative feedback, and the grades entered into the gradebook within 5 days of the assignment due dateZeroes must be entered for any student who has not turned in an assignmentBy the end of each week, the gradebook must be updated with all outstanding student workAll student email, including both Course Mail and regular email, and student phone calls must be responded to within 48 hoursSpecific student outreach, beyond in-course communication, must be logged in SalesForce under Individual Student Activity History or as an eAlert to campusesFaculty will offer one student support hour per week for each prep/work unit taught, for a maximum of 5 hours per weekProgram Coordinator to facilitate two programmatic certification exam study sessions per quarter/ conduct Capstone review twice a yearStudents who miss a residential class or the due date for a residential assignment must be contacted within 24 hoursStudents in online courses who miss an assignment(s) must be contacted with 24 hours of the close of the module/week Post-term A final course grade for all students must be entered in the final grade category in the gradebook by end-of-day Monday of Week 12 of the quarterAll incompletes/grade changes must be resolved in accordance with the policyFaculty should continue to monitor course mail, the employee University email, and voicemail to manage any post-term student questions or concerns Student Outreach and Support Of the maximum 5 student support hours per week, faculty will offer two of those student support hours in a public forumAt least 2 hours must be in a forum that is publicly available to all students such as the Learning Center, online tutoring platform or other public forumsWeekly Student Support hours should be clearly stated on course syllabus and any changes should be documented in the courseStudent outreach as needed, as designated by the Academic Dean Service to University & Community: Campus Presence, Meetings and Community Events All faculty will submit a quarterly schedule to his/her Dean listing all contact information and days/hours on campus, days/hours scheduled for student support (with location), days/hours committed for classroom teaching, and days/hours slated for remote workAll faculty are responsible for creating a physical and/or virtual presence in support of campus and online studentsFaculty will attend all campus meetings, faculty team meetings, and other meetings as designated by the DeanFaculty will attend meetings held by School Dean as neededFaculty will participate in Committees and campus events as designated by the DeanFaculty will attend Graduation ceremoniesFaculty will attend community events held off campus as designated by the Dean Professional Development and In-Service Complete annual Professional Development Plan in your virtual faculty file in SalesForceComplete professional development and in-service activities as required by the planIn-service (Rasmussen Education Units) – 40 hoursProfessional Development, including Academic Scholarship (External) – 1 event approved by deanMaintain licensure as required for teaching in the disciplineRecord development activities in your virtual faculty file in SalesForceReturn all mandatory documentation in a timely manner Reporting Relationships: The Program Coordinator, SON reports to either the Area Dean of Nursing, Dean of Nursing, or Associate Dean of Nursing based upon the designated locations staffing model. Requirements: PN program requires a Bachelor’s in Nursing. For Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Graduate Degree Nursing Programs a Master’s in Nursing is required, Doctorate Preferred Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse LicensureTeaching experience preferred (Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the field of study)Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team environment with minimal supervisionStrong interpersonal skills to interact with students, leadership, and peersExcellent written communication and strong verbal communication skills in the English languageFaculty will need regular access to a computer with the following system requirementsWindows XP or greaterMicrosoft Office 2010An internet connection About Us: Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (www.hlcommission.org), is dedicated to changing lives and the communities it serves through innovative educational programs. As a pioneer in career-focused education since 1900, the University is defining a new generation of higher education that focuses on competency-based education, technology and transferable skills. Rasmussen offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in person at 20 campuses around the country. The University is designed to lift and support its students every step of the way, from each student’s first credential to their last. Rasmussen is dedicated to global enrichment, serving the underserved, and meeting the evolving needs of diverse students, communities, and economies. Rasmussen encourages its students, faculty, and staff to strive for academic excellence, community enrichment and service to the public good. Rasmussen is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI). For more information about Rasmussen University, please visit www.rasmussen.edu. It is the policy of Rasmussen University to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Rasmussen University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.