Nursing Program Clinical Teaching Assistant​/Clinical Coordinator

Nursing Program Clinical Teaching Assistant/Clinical Coordinator

School of Health Sciences;
Department of Nursing.

St. Edward's University, a nationally ranked, independent Catholic university and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), invites applications for an adjunct clinical teaching assistant for fall 2025. St. Edward's is characterized by its commitment to the Holy Cross educational mission of educating the hearts and minds of a diverse student body deeply committed to social justice.

The successful candidate will support clinical instruction in our undergraduate professional nursing programs. This role is intended to provide supervision and guidance during clinical rotations in support of the teaching/learning provided in the classroom by nursing program faculty. The collaboration between the CTA and faculty enables a faculty‑to‑student ratio of 1:15 in accordance with Texas Board of Nursing guidelines.

St. Edward's University embraces excellence through diversity and especially encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender minority groups. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to supporting a diverse student body.

For consideration, we are seeking candidates who meet the following criteria:

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Licensure:
  Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Texas is required.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 1 year of recent clinical nursing experience in a relevant specialty (e.g., medical‑surgical, critical care, pediatrics, community health).
  • Previous experience in nursing education, particularly clinical instruction, is highly preferred.
  • Experience with clinical placement coordination or similar administrative duties is highly desirable.

Essential responsibilities include: candidates should have the interest and ability or potential to teach various undergraduate courses and support a diverse student body.

• Assist faculty with the direct supervision and instruction of BSN students in clinical settings (hospitals, clinics, community health centers, SLRC, etc.).
• Provide guidance and feedback to students on patient assessment, nursing interventions, medication administration, documentation, and professional conduct.
• Evaluate student performance in the clinical setting using established rubrics and provide constructive feedback to support their learning and professional growth.
• Collaborate with lead faculty to ensure consistency in clinical teaching and evaluation across all student groups.
• Identify student learning needs and adapt teaching strategies to facilitate comprehension and skill acquisition.
• Participate in pre‑ and post‑clinical conferences with students, facilitating discussions and critical thinking.
• Ensure student compliance with clinical agency policies and procedures, as well as university and program policies.
• Maintain accurate records of student clinical hours and serve as a resource for students regarding clinical procedures and patient care.
• Participate in faculty meetings and professional development activities as required.

• Identify, secure, and manage clinical placements for all BSN students across various specialties and levels of the program.
• Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with clinical agencies, including hospitals, long‑term care facilities, community health organizations, and other healthcare providers.
• Negotiate and execute clinical affiliation agreements in collaboration with the University's risk management department.
• Coordinate student and faculty onboarding requirements for clinical sites (e.g., background checks, immunizations, drug screenings, CPR certification, specific agency orientations).
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of clinical sites, contact information, and student placement data.
• Communicate clinical site requirements and schedules to students and faculty in a timely and organized manner.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to clinical placements and student/faculty access to clinical sites.
• Ensure all clinical placements meet…