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Graduate Nursing Clinical Placement Coordinator, School of Nursing (3742)
Meridian/Boise or Pocatello
NOT eligible for remote work, on-campus position
Priority date: March 10, 2025

Institution Information

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!

Job Description

The Graduate Nursing Clinical Placement Coordinator is responsible for managing clinical requests, assigning student rotations, and overseeing student compliance with clinical site requirements for Graduate nursing programs across multiple campuses.

This role ensures that all nursing students are appropriately assigned to clinical placements that align with their educational needs, while maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with university, department, and clinical partner regulations. The coordinator also provides light administrative support at their main campus, acting as a liaison between the School of Nursing, students, faculty, and stakeholders.

This position is ideal for a candidate who is detail-oriented, enjoys working with students and healthcare professionals, and is committed to ensuring successful education experiences for nursing students.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and respond to clinical site requests for student placements in Graduate programs (Master's and Doctorate); assist with Anesthesia student clinical placements as needed.
• Assign students to clinical rotations based on program requirements, availability, suitability of placements, and student needs.
• Communicate clinical placement assignments to students, faculty, and clinical sites in a timely manner.
• Assist the Undergraduate Clinical Coordinator with placements as needed by working closely together.
• Monitor student compliance with clinical site requirements, including immunizations, background checks, certifications, and other documentation.
• Maintain records of student compliance in internal systems and ensure that all necessary documentation is submitted before clinical placements begin.
• Communicate with students regarding any outstanding compliance requirements and follow up on missing documentation.
• Coordinate clinical requests from faculty and external partners, ensuring that student placement needs are met.
• Work with clinical sites to confirm availability and schedule student rotations in accordance with academic calendars.
• Troubleshoot and resolve scheduling conflicts or placement issues as they arise.
• Provide administrative support to nursing faculty and students as needed. Assist other staff as needed.
• Assist with scheduling, preparing materials, and organizing events for faculty, staff and students.
• Assist students with inquiries related to course registration, schedules and clinical compliance
• Provide support for student records.
• Act as a liaison between the School of Nursing, clinical partners, and university departments to facilitate communication and collaboration.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clinical sites to support ongoing and future student placements.
• Regularly update faculty and staff on clinical placement progress, issues, and solutions.
• Ensure all placements are compliant with university policies, clinical site requirements, and accreditation standards.
• Prepare and submit necessary reports on student placements and compliance for internal and external review.
• Assist with audits and accreditation reviews.
• Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to program planning and improvement efforts.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the department.
• Occasional evening or weekends, travel to clinical sites, or other campuses

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, a minimum six years combined education, training, and experience may be considered)
• At least 2 years of experience in an executive support position, student advising, or similar role
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Proficiency in scheduling and record-keeping systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Familiarity with higher education or nursing education is a plus.
• Experience in clinical coordination, healthcare administration, or education.
• Familiarity with clinical placement processes and compliance regulations.

Additional Information

You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before March 10, 2025. Salary will be between $49,000 - $55,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.

Posting Number: req2420
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Non-classified Staff
Division: Division of Health Sciences

Idaho State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

To apply, visit https://isu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/5/home/requisition/2420?c=isu

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