Course Coordinator- Undergraduate Nursing

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Position Description Summary/Purpose:

Goodwin University's School of Nursing and Health Professions is seeking a dedicated nursing educator to join our team as the Course Coordinator for NUR 110: Adults and the Wellness Continuum in our Associate Degree Nursing Program. This full-time, year-round position represents an excellent opportunity for an MSN-prepared professional to shape nursing education and guide the next generation of healthcare providers.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

1. Course Management
   • Developing and maintaining the course syllabus
   • Designing course content and learning activities
   • Establishing learning objectives aligned with program outcomes
   • Planning the course schedule and pacing
2. Instructional Leadership
   • Teaching sections of the course
   • Coordinating with other faculty teaching different sections
   • Ensuring consistency across multiple sections
   • Implementing effective teaching methodologies
3. Assessment and Evaluation
   • Creating and maintaining assessment tools
   • Evaluating student performance
   • Analyzing course outcomes and effectiveness
   • Making data-driven improvements
4. Administrative Duties
   • Managing course materials and resources
   • Coordinating clinical rotations (if applicable)
   • Participating in department meetings
   • Contributing to curriculum development
5. Student Support
   • Advising students on course-related matters
   • Providing academic support and remediation
   • Mentoring students interested in adult health nursing

Other Functions: 

• Tach other courses across the School of Nursing based on area of expertise and program needs

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
• Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill:

• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence and work in an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.

• Prepared at the MSN level
• 3-5 years of adult nursing experience with a firm understanding of medical/surgical nursing
• 3-5 years of teaching experience with RN students is preferred
• An active license or eligibility for licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Connecticut.
• Clinical expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • Health and Physical Assessment
  • Pharmacotherapy
  • Fundamentals of Nursing
• Demonstrated evidence of commitment to scholarly activities and service in the profession.
• Excellent teaching, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401k employer match
• Employee & dependent life insurance
• Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
• PTO program
• Flexible work schedules

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the University as the needs of the University and requirements of the job change.)