Nursing Tutor – Fort Wayne

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Position Title: Nursing Tutor

Department: Division of Nursing, College of Health Sciences

Position Status: PRN (As needed)

Position

Reports To:

Undergraduate Clinical Director

Mission: The University of Saint Francis offers formation of the whole person by providing an encounter with the heart and mind of Jesus Christ so that God, who is Love, may be loved. Through our Catholic identity, Franciscan charism, and liberal arts tradition, we prepare students for personal and professional lives of virtue, service, and joy. Saint Francis core values are the standards of behavior for every member of the university.

They reflect those of the Sisters of Saint Francis of Perpetual Adoration and bring their charism to the university. The University of Saint Francis promotes and celebrates the Catholic identity and Franciscan charism of the institution with an invitation to students, faculty and staff of all faiths. This God-centered and student-focused approach invites all employees to be a part of the formation of the whole person (students and colleagues) in a learning and working environment where character development and faith formation are as essential as academic achievement.

Molding well-rounded, faith-filled, ethical leaders is the essence of the university’s approach and all employees are expected to engage in a way that fulfills and furthers the mission.

Under the direction of the Undergraduate Clinical Director, the nursing tutor assists students in reviewing and understanding content from nursing classes. Serving University of Saint Francis students and the Saint Francis community is paramount.

• Tutor students in nursing class content
• Interpret pertinent course materials such as syllabi, course/homework instructions, or any educational information that will assist in the student’s learning experience
• Facilitate student’s understanding of nursing course objectives and clarification of content
• Maintain attendance documentation of tutoring sessions
• Collaborate with faculty to develop review activities that enhance student understanding
• Maintain student confidentiality according to FERPA guidelines

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• Licensure/Certification: A current Indiana RN license required
• Experience: Current knowledge of Medical/Surgical nursing with at least 1 year of relevant work experience within the last 5 years
• Knowledge and
  
  Skills:
  
  Competence in educational principles and techniques used in higher education classrooms, laboratory and clinical settings
• Knowledge and Skills (continued): Knowledge of the profession including theory and practice, procedures, and regulations
• Knowledge and Skills (continued): Proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written and electronic) necessary to interact effectively with students, faculty, professional staff, administration, clinical affiliates, and the community

Entry level

Full-time

Education and Training

Higher Education

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