Student Support Specialist - Nursing Faculty - PT

Job Summary

The Student Support Specialist is a part-time faculty member responsible for providing structured, proactive academic and professional support to students enrolled in the BSN pre-licensure nursing program as well as course instruction as needed within the BSN Pre-Licensure program. This role directly supports student achievement, progression, and retention through faculty-led advising, early intervention, and coordination of academic and institutional support services. Consistent with CCNE Standards III, IV, and V, this faculty position contributes to a learning environment that promotes student success, equity, professional formation, and safe preparation for nursing practice.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing (MSN)
• Current, unencumbered RN license (Pennsylvania or eligibility for Pennsylvania licensure)
• Experience in nursing education, academic advising, student support, or a related in higher education
• Demonstrated ability to support diverse student populations in academically rigorous environments
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and documentation skills

Essential Functions

• Provide ongoing, faculty-level academic support and advising to pre-licensure BSN students
• Identify students at risk for academic or clinical difficulty and implement early, structured interventions
• Support students in navigating progression requirements, policies, and professional expectations
• Absorb students during key transition points, including program entry, clinical placement initiation, and progression following academic or personal interruption
• Collaborate with faculty, course coordinators, and program leadership to monitor student progression and outcomes
• Participate in early-alert processes and follow up directly with students requiring additional support
• Support development and implementation of student remediation and success plans consistent with program policies
• Contribute to retention and progression strategies aligned with program outcomes and accreditation expectations
• Assist in scheduling remediation and activities for the Clinical Judgement Support Program
• Collaborate with nursing faculty to support a respectful, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment
• Serve as a liaison between students and faculty regarding academic concerns and pathways for support
• Facilitate appropriate referrals to institutional resources (advising, accessibility services, counseling, wellness) while maintaining faculty oversight and accountability
• Participate in program meetings and activities related to student support, assessment, and quality improvement
• Aid in identifying trends related to student success, challenges, and barriers to progression
• Support documentation related to accreditation standards, program evaluation, and continuous improvement
• Uphold policies related to academic integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct

University Responsibilities

• Attend nursing program faculty meetings, as indicated
• Attend course or level meetings, as appropriate
• Participate in faculty governance, commencement, nursing pinning, and other university ceremonies
• Participate in annual faculty evaluation and goal setting processes, consistent with rank and in accordance with the Faculty Handbook

Physical Requirements and Workload

Part-time faculty appointment (e.g., 0.5 FTE), with workload aligned to institutional faculty policies. Responsibilities primarily focused on student support, advising, and programmatic collaboration rather than didactic course instruction. Participation in designated faculty meetings, orientation activities, and relevant program initiatives. Presence on campus required; limited remote work may be permitted per institutional policy.