We have two opportunties to join our nursing department. They each play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our nursing programs by providing operational, logistical, and student support. These positions serve as a liaison between the program directors, faculty, students, internal departments, and external agencies, helping to manage communications, maintain records, coordinate scheduling, and support the accreditation processes. These roles are divided into two primary areas: 25% general operational support and 75% department-specific responsibilities tailored to the unique needs of the Undergraduate BSN and Post-Bacc nursing programs.

1. Program Support - 75%

• Responsible for program database collection and maintenance in the areas of:
  -Clinical contracts, databases, agency rosters, reporting for agencies, and student and faculty compliance, in collaboration with the clinical coordinator and program director.
  -Clinical evaluation, exams, syllabi, and course gradebook databases
  -Course, instructor, and program evaluation.
  -Admissions and progression data (Post-Bacc position)
• Support the onboarding of program faculty and assist program faculty as needed.
• Coordinate and update program newsletters, handbooks, mailings, evaluations/surveys, and websites in collaboration with the program director.
• Help plan and execute program events such as orientation, pinning ceremonies, and advisory board meetings. The Post-Bacc position might help with admission and information sessions. 
• Plan and execute Nursing Job Fair.
• Assist with compiling reports for internal use and external agencies (e.g., state boards of nursing, accrediting bodies).
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement by identifying and implementing efficiencies in program operations.
• Support the Nursing Program Director and Lab Director in monitoring and managing the program's budget, including processing invoices and tracking expenditures. Provide spending projections for the program.  Work closely with the program director to maintain appropriate course fees. Maintain agreements with corresponding vendors.
• Coordinate nursing licensure process with undergraduate students, the department, and the University Registrar.
• Coordinate contract renewal and insurance certification with clinical agencies 
• Hire and supervise office Teaching Assistants (TAs). Manage hiring and payment of faculty TAs (Undergraduate BSN position).

2. General Operational Support - 25%

• Provide day-to-day support for the nursing program director, including scheduling meetings, general coordination support, and special projects as needed.
• Coordinate communication between faculty, students, and the program director. Provide the first point of contact for students.
• Support faculty by scheduling, transcribing, and maintaining all program exams.  Assist with testing accommodations. The Post-Bacc position might help with exam proctoring.
• Provide technical and clerical support for virtual and in-person meetings, including note-taking, agenda preparation, and follow-up.
• Office/ Supplies & Equipment: Monitor inventory levels and coordinate the ordering of office supplies and equipment.
• Support the purchasing of lab supplies.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace, and video meeting platforms (Zoom).
• Ability to manage time and work simultaneously on multiple tasks through effective personal organization with the ability to prioritize and shift directions easily, have high attention to detail, and maintain strict accuracy.
• Must have a proven ability in providing strong customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• A strong commitment to quality interpersonal relationships and the ability to work both collaboratively and independently
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information in a professional and secure manner is essential.

Required Experience:

• 1+ year of office experience

Required Education:

• Post high school training/coursework

Travel: This role does not require travel.

Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as desktop and/or laptop computers, photocopiers and smartphones.

The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university in which all employees are expected to have a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of the University, and an agreement to abide by all University policies.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The job requires extended periods of sitting and traversing the Bethel Campus on a regular basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure people are able to perform the essential functions.

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Expected Hours of Work:
Typically, days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, with the expectation to work specific schedules and hours as identified and communicated by management. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. This is a 40 hour per week, 12 months per year position.

Bethel is committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees including health insurance, retirement plans, and a generous time off package. Learn more about these offerings here.

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Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 4,700 students from 50 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world.

Bethel University’s Christ-centered mission includes a commitment to equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity. Bethel does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, or age in its admissions, educational programs, or employment practices.

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