Jobs @ SCC

SUMMARY

Teach and evaluate students in clinical settings at various medical facilities.  Review and understand the course objectives, both classroom and clinical, and apply the teaching techniques to best achieve course and program objectives.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Current Illinois Registered Professional Nurse License or eligible to be licensed in IL
• Two years of clinical practice, administration, or education

Preferred:

• Masters of Science in Nursing or Master’s degree in related field
• Successful teaching experience in a community college setting

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

LEADERSHIP

1. Create and sustain a supportive College culture that engages employees, recognizes diversity, ensures equity, promotes inclusion, and creates a sense of belonging by fostering an environment of teamwork, accountability, communication and vision.
2. Reviewing and understanding the course objectives, both classroom and clinical, and applying the teaching techniques to best achieve course and program objectives.
3. Modeling effective oral and written communication that engages the students, provides clarity, and improves student learning.
4. Discuss with students their concerns and/or problems directly or indirectly related to the learning experience.
5. Assisting the student to develop an understanding of values, attitudes, and ideals appropriate to the health care profession.
6. Establishing and maintaining relationships with new and existing clinical sites.
7. Participate in department advisory meetings.
8. Providing clinical, classroom, and clinical/ simulation lab instruction when needed.
9. Supervising care provided by a group of students (usually 6 to 10 students in a group) while they complete their clinical rotation in your area of specialty.
10. Coordinating with clinicians at the clinical site to make student patient assignments.
11. Orienting students to the clinical area, and demonstrate proper procedures.
12. Leading discussions and eliciting information from students which demonstrate that students are learning and accomplishing the clinical objectives.
13. Teaching students how to perform duties in the clinical site and answering their questions.
14. Maintaining clinical standards and course expectations throughout each course or term.
15. Evaluating and grading student performance.
16. Maintaining the professional practice knowledge base needed to instruct learners in contemporary nursing practice.
17. Communicating with the Simulation Lab Coordinator or appropriate person as necessary to resolve issues or concerns in clinical areas.
18. Working effectively as part of the overall faculty team demonstrating positive interpersonal relations, collaborating with other faculty members to meet student needs, participating in faculty meetings and nursing program committees, and responding to requests from management.
19. Participating in ongoing program evaluation activities as needed.
20. Maintaining faculty expectations as required by the College and the Board of Nursing.
21. Demonstrating proper respect for students, faculty, and staff and having a student-friendly manner in the conduct of the class.
22. Clinical Instructors may be subject to vaccination requirements established by clinical sites to conduct on-site instruction for Shawnee Community College (TB skin test, COVID documentation, flu vaccination, background check, etc).

OTHER

• Perform other related duties which may be required by the Director of Allied Health & Nursing (i.e. duties that may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but are generally within the occupational series and responsibility level associated with the employee's class of work).

Salary:  $600 per credit hour

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS :  Cover letter, resume, official transcript(s)

SUMMARY

The Bookstore Manager reports to the Director of Business Services and is responsible for the general management of operations in the college bookstore including, but not limited to, the following functions:  selling, purchasing for resale, receiving/distribution, personnel management, information systems, financial management, bookstore public relations, and service-related activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
• Previous experience in retail and inventory management

Preferred:

• Previous experience managing an auxiliary service

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

LEADERSHIP

1. Create and sustain a supportive College culture that engages employees, recognizes diversity, ensures equity, promotes inclusion, and creates a sense of belonging by fostering an environment of teamwork, accountability, communication and vision.
2. Communicate and/or coordinate supervisory directives with various individuals and/or teams throughout the Administrative Services (AS) Division.
3. Train and supervise bookstore staff and student assistants assigned to the bookstore.
4. Represent the college in local and state organizations and meetings, and maintain contacts with outside agencies as appropriate

ADMINISTRATION/MANAGEMENT

1. Responsible for the textbook adoption process.
2. Assist faculty in the adoption of appropriate textbooks.
3. Responsible for resolving customer complaints.
4. Provide a consumable list and other information to advisement before registration.
5. Compile a master textbook list each semester to be placed on the College’s website before registration.
6. Maintain the bookstore website.
7. Maintain and update the bookstore database for inventory control and point-of-sale system.
8. Plan and supervise the advertising, displaying, and selling of bookstore merchandise.

ACCOUNTABILITY

1. Responsible for understanding regulations and laws on bookstore retail management.
2. Responsible for understanding the policies and procedures of publishers, distributors, and vendors.
3. Assist the Director of Business service to ensure compliance with related federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines.
4. Ensure and maintain the accuracy of the College’s bookstore files and related information required of this position.

FISCAL

1. Prepare an annual physical inventory of textbooks and supplies for the auditors to be completed by the end of June.
2. Maintain the inventory system on a perpetual basis.
3. Prepare analytical reports of profit margin for the bookstore.
4. Responsible for the procurement of textbooks and supplies for the bookstore.
5. Responsible for submitting invoices for the bookstore to the account payable office for payment.
6. Responsible for maintaining the budget for the bookstore.
7. Plan and promote end-of-semester student book buyback.
8. Maintain a current textbook inventory, which includes returns and selling overstock and outdated textbooks to wholesalers.

OTHER

1. Perform other related duties which may be required by the Director of Business Services (i.e. duties that may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but are generally within the occupational series and responsibility level associated with the employee's class of work).
2. General work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. Evening or weekend hours may be required to participate in other college activities outside of regular working hours.

 SKILLS & ABILITIES include the following:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Strong keyboarding skills

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Bookstore assistant and student worker

 CUSTOMER SERVICE STATEMENT

Consistently performs duties with concern, courtesy, and respect for all persons in a prompt and timely manner.  Must work cooperatively with students, employees, government agencies, and community members and be sensitive to issues of student and employee diversity.  Consistently exhibits responsiveness to others in the organization at all levels and responds to requests for assistance from students, staff, and community members in a helpful and timely manner.

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.

Lifting:  Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position.  Lifting items up to 20 pounds in weight.

Sitting for prolonged periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT    

Work is primarily in an office/school environment.  Noise levels usually are moderate.

 SALARY RANGE:  $51,000 - $53,000

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:  Cover letter, Resume, Official Transcript(s)

SUMMARY

Shawnee Community College is a comprehensive institution which places primary focus on excellence in teaching and learning. Faculty members are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in their subject matter and in their teaching performance.

We are currently seeking a highly qualified and passionate Instructor to join our esteemed institution as full-time, tenured-track faculty members. This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual who is dedicated to excellence in teaching and has a strong commitment to student success. The ideal candidate will possess a profound understanding of the content and the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas to students of diverse backgrounds.

As a full-time faculty member, you will play a pivotal role in inspiring academic excellence among a diverse group of students. By actively engaging, challenging, and supporting students, you will create a fulfilling learning environment. As a full-time faculty member, you will also contribute to activities aimed at enhancing student learning outcomes, program quality, and discipline integrity, ultimately prioritizing student learning and retention. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of educators and contribute to our mission of providing quality higher education services that are accessible, affordable, and promote life-long learning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution in Psychology or a Masters in a related field and 18 graduate hours in Psychology
• 3 years of teaching experience
• Experience with curriculum design and development
• Commitment to the community college mission and philosophy

Preferred:

• Teaching experience in higher education
• 3-5 years of non-teaching experience in the field
• Ability to teach in more than one discipline

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

LEADERSHIP

1. Create and sustain a supportive College culture that engages employees, recognizes diversity, ensures equity, promotes inclusion, and creates a sense of belonging by fostering an environment of teamwork, accountability, communication and vision.
2. Teach Psychology classes as determined by the Vice President of Academic Affairs, Division Dean, and Department Chair. All faculty members will follow course syllabi approved by the college.
3. Use a variety of methods and teaching strategies that reflect the different learning styles and needs of students.
4. Demonstrate commitment to the teaching and learning process by participating in professional development activities promoting best-practices in psychology.

ADMINISTRATION/MANAGEMENT

1. In cooperation with other faculty, prepare or revise course syllabi for courses offered in their discipline and submit to the Curriculum and Instruction Committee for review.
2. In cooperation with other instructors, prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Department Chairperson, Division Dean, and Vice President of Academic Affairs for review.
3. Participate in the development, implementation, and documentation of appropriate assessment activities as directed by the Vice-President of Academic Affairs, Division Dean, and Department Chair. Utilize assessment results to improve teaching and learning in the classroom.
4. Assist the Department Chair, Division Dean, and Vice-President of Academic Affairs with program development, program improvement activities, reports, and annual Program Review.

ACCOUNTABILITY

1. Teach at the scheduled class time.
2. Complete and submit grades, (Initial Progress grades (tenth day attendance), midterms and final grades), assessment documentation and other course related reports in a timely manner.
3. Attend department meetings called by the Department Chair and faculty meetings called by the administrative officers.
4. Maintain and post office hours on the office door and as filed in administrative offices as per CBA.
5. Participate in 2 college committees (virtually or face-to-face) as established by the administration.
6. Any preplanned absences must be preapproved by the Vice-President of Academic Affairs. Daily call ins must be reported to the front desk as far in advance as possible.  The front desk will follow up with notification to appropriate supervisor and Vice-President of Academic Affairs

FISCAL

1. Assist in developing the department unit plan and make recommendations for equipment purchases.

OTHER

1. All faculty are expected to use a level of technology in the classroom which includes using the institutional Learning Management System (LMS) such as Moodle. LMS documents should include but not limited to the syllabus, course documents, discussion board, etc.  This allows for faculty within the discipline and adjunct faculty to utilize these documents in case of an emergency.
2. Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems, seeking additional help from other college services when necessary.
3. Faculty may be involved in the student academic advisement.
4. Perform other related duties which may be required by the Dean (i.e. duties that may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but are generally within the occupational series and responsibility level associated with the employee's class of work).

SKILLS & ABILITIES include the following:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Proficiency with (or the ability to quickly learn) the College’s Banner/Colleague academic system.
• Ability to work outside of the normally scheduled work day, when necessary

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

 CUSTOMER SERVICE STATEMENT

Consistently performs duties with concern, courtesy, and respect for all persons in a prompt and timely manner.  Must work cooperatively with students, employees, and community members and be sensitive to issues of student and employee diversity.  Consistently exhibits responsiveness to others in the organization at all levels and responds to requests for assistance from students, staff, and community members in a helpful and timely manner.

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.

Lifting:  Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position.  Lifting items up to 20 pounds in weight.

Sitting for prolonged periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT    

Work is primarily in an office/school environment.  Noise levels usually are moderate.

Salary contingent upon education and experience per the Collective Bargaining Salary Scale

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:  Cover Letter, Resume, Transcript(s), Letters of Recommendation

Education and Experience
The applicant must be teaching at a high school in SCC district.

A Master’s degree with eighteen (18) graduate hours appropriate to the academic field of study or discipline in which they are teaching.

A Master’s degree in the appropriate discipline is preferred.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:  Cover letter, Resume, Official Transcript

Education and Experience

A Master’s degree with eighteen (18) graduate hours appropriate to the academic field of study or discipline in which they are teaching is required.

A Master’s degree in the discipline and successful teaching experience in a community college setting is preferred.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:  Cover Letter, Resume, Official Transcript

Serve as an American Heart Association Training Instructor for Shawnee Community College.  Instruct First Aid / CPR and/or Healthcare Provider courses for Shawnee Community College for on-campus and/or off-campus courses.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Serves as an American Heart Association Instructor and performs all associated duties as prescribed within the American Heart Association Program Administration Manual and Shawnee Community College Procedures.
• Provide training for First Aid/CPR and HCP classes arranged by the college for the employees of the designated agencies, facilities, businesses and/or individuals requesting training.
• Maintain required equipment necessary to provide First Aid / CPR training.
• Ensure required paperwork for courses of instruction are completed accurately, promptly, and submitted for issuance of course completion cards.
• Punctual attendance is required.

Performs other duties which may be required by the AHA Training Center Coordinator and/or Dean of Adult Education and Alternative Instruction (related duties as required are duties that may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position, but that are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee’s class of work).

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Must maintain current AHA Instructor Status.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Lifting:  Raising objects (up to 50 pounds) from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Education and Experience

A Master’s degree with eighteen (18) graduate hours appropriate to the academic field of study or discipline in which they are teaching is required.

A Master’s degree in the discipline and successful teaching experience in a community college setting is preferred.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:  Cover Letter, Resume, Official Transcript

Education and Experience

A Master’s degree with eighteen (18) graduate hours appropriate to the academic field of study or discipline in which they are teaching is required.

A Master’s degree in the discipline and successful teaching experience in a community college setting is preferred.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:  Cover Letter, Resume, Official Transcript

Education and Experience

A Master’s degree with eighteen (18) graduate hours appropriate to the academic field of study or discipline in which they are teaching is required.

A Master’s degree in the discipline and successful teaching experience in a community college setting is preferred.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:  Cover Letter, Resume, Official Transcript

Education and Experience

A Master’s degree with eighteen (18) graduate hours appropriate to the academic field of study or discipline in which they are teaching is required.

A Master’s degree in the discipline and successful teaching experience in a community college setting is preferred.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:  Cover Letter, Resume, Official Transcript

Education and Experience

A Master’s degree with eighteen (18) graduate hours appropriate to the academic field of study or discipline in which they are teaching is required.

A Master’s degree in the discipline and successful teaching experience in a community college setting is preferred.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:  Cover Letter, Resume, Official Transcript

The Technology Support Technician will support A/V needs, provide customer service, and assist in maintaining technology.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma
• Experience using a PC and Microsoft Office.

Preferred:

• Associate’s Degree/Bachelor’s Degree in a computer-related field.
• Customer service experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

ACCOUNTABILITY

1. Create and sustain a supportive College culture that engages employees, recognizes diversity, ensures equity, promotes inclusion, and creates a sense of belonging by fostering an environment of teamwork, accountability, communication and vision.
2. Serve as point of contact for campus users seeking evening technical assistance over phone, walk-in, or email.
3. Distribute, install, set up, troubleshoot, and inventory computer systems, telecom equipment, network equipment, and audio/visual equipment in accordance with standard procedures.
4. Create and support various issues relating to user accounts on campus-approved systems.
5. Support and train users in the use of technology, including developing training materials.
6. Help manage IT work order requests.
7. Demonstrate excellent communication skills and patience to handle a variety of situations of personalities.
8. Provide effective resolutions to user issues, while maintaining communications and monitoring incidents through resolution.
9. Provide support for occasional evening and weekend events.
10. Ability to lift and transport moderately heavy equipment.
11. Provide guidance and explain policies and procedures to end-users.
12. Monitor and provide support for evening and weekend college events.

OTHER

1. Perform other related duties which may be required by the Director of Information Technology (i.e. duties that may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but are generally within the occupational series and responsibility level associated with the employee’s class of work).
2. Flexible work hours to be set weekly. General work hours will be set between 10:00 am and 8:00 pm.

 SKILLS & ABILITIES include the following:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong technical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.

CUSTOMER SERVICE STATEMENT

Consistently performs duties with concern, courtesy, and respect for all persons in a prompt and timely manner.  Must work cooperatively with students, employees, government agencies, and community members and be sensitive to issues of student and employee diversity.  Consistently exhibits responsiveness to others in the organization at all levels and responds to requests for assistance from students, staff, and community members in a helpful and timely manner.

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.

Lifting:  Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position.  Lifting items up to 20 pounds in weight.

Sitting for prolonged periods of time.

Willingness and ability to safely use a ladder.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Work is primarily in an office/school environment.  Noise levels usually are moderate.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:  Cover letter and Resume

Shawnee Community College is a comprehensive institution which places primary focus on excellence in teaching and learning. Faculty members are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in their subject matter and in their teaching performance.

We are currently seeking a highly qualified and passionate Instructor to join our esteemed institution as full-time, tenured-track faculty members. This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual who is dedicated to excellence in teaching and has a strong commitment to student success. The ideal candidate will possess a profound understanding of the content and the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas to students of diverse backgrounds.

As a full-time faculty member, you will play a pivotal role in inspiring academic excellence among a diverse group of students. By actively engaging, challenging, and supporting students, you will create a fulfilling learning environment. As a full-time faculty member, you will also contribute to activities aimed at enhancing student learning outcomes, program quality, and discipline integrity, ultimately prioritizing student learning and retention. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of educators and contribute to our mission of providing quality higher education services that are accessible, affordable, and promote life-long learning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution in the Physical Science discipline 
• 3 years of teaching experience
• Experience with curriculum design and development
• Commitment to the community college mission and philosophy

Preferred:

• Teaching experience in higher education
• 3-5 years of non-teaching experience in the field
• Ability to teach in more than one discipline (i.e. Physics, Astronomy, Geography, Earth Science, etc.)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

LEADERSHIP

1. Create and sustain a supportive College culture that engages employees, recognizes diversity, ensures equity, promotes inclusion, and creates a sense of belonging by fostering an environment of teamwork, accountability, communication and vision.
2. Teach Physical Science classes as determined by the Vice President of Academic Affairs, Division Dean, and Department Chair. All faculty members will follow course syllabi approved by the college.
3. Use a variety of methods and teaching strategies that reflect the different learning styles and needs of students.
4. Demonstrate commitment to the teaching and learning process by participating in professional development activities promoting best-practices in physical science education.

ADMINISTRATION/MANAGEMENT

1. In cooperation with other faculty, prepare or revise course syllabi for courses offered in their discipline and submit to the Curriculum and Instruction Committee for review.
2. In cooperation with other instructors, prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Department Chairperson, Division Dean, and Vice President of Academic Affairs for review.
3. Participate in the development, implementation, and documentation of appropriate assessment activities as directed by the Vice-President of Academic Affairs, Division Dean, and Department Chair. Utilize assessment results to improve teaching and learning in the classroom.
4. Assist the Department Chair, Division Dean, and Vice-President of Academic Affairs with program development, program improvement activities, reports, and annual Program Review.

ACCOUNTABILITY

1. Teach at the scheduled class time.
2. Complete and submit grades, (Initial Progress grades (tenth day attendance), midterms and final grades), assessment documentation and other course related reports in a timely manner.
3. Attend department meetings called by the Department Chair and faculty meetings called by the administrative officers.
4. Maintain and post office hours on the office door and as filed in administrative offices as per CBA.
5. Participate in 2 college committees (virtually or face-to-face) as established by the administration.
6. Any preplanned absences must be preapproved by the Vice-President of Academic Affairs. Daily call ins must be reported to the front desk as far in advance as possible.  The front desk will follow up with notification to appropriate supervisor and Vice-President of Academic Affairs.

FISCAL

1. Assist in developing the department unit plan and make recommendations for equipment purchases.

OTHER

1. All faculty are expected to use a level of technology in the classroom which includes using the institutional Learning Management System (LMS) such as Moodle. LMS documents should include but not limited to the syllabus, course documents, discussion board, etc.  This allows for faculty within the discipline and adjunct faculty to utilize these documents in case of an emergency.
2. Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems, seeking additional help from other college services when necessary.
3. Faculty may be involved in the student academic advisement.
4. Perform other related duties which may be required by the Dean (i.e. duties that may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but are generally within the occupational series and responsibility level associated with the employee’s class of work).

 SKILLS & ABILITIES include the following:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Proficiency with (or the ability to quickly learn) the College’s Banner/Colleague academic system.
• Ability to work outside of the normally scheduled work day, when necessary

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

 CUSTOMER SERVICE STATEMENT

Consistently performs duties with concern, courtesy, and respect for all persons in a prompt and timely manner.  Must work cooperatively with students, employees, and community members and be sensitive to issues of student and employee diversity.  Consistently exhibits responsiveness to others in the organization at all levels and responds to requests for assistance from students, staff, and community members in a helpful and timely manner.

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.

Lifting:  Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position.  Lifting items up to 20 pounds in weight.

Sitting for prolonged periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Work is primarily in an office/school environment.  Noise levels usually are moderate.

Salary contingent upon education and experience per the Collective Bargaining Salary Scale

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:  Cover letter, Resume, Official Transcripts, Letter(s) of Recommendation

The Nursing Tutor facilitates learning for students within the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Practical Nursing (PN), and Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) programs at Shawnee Community College. The Nursing tutor may also serve students within other Allied Health programs (Medical Assisting, etc.) as needed. This is accomplished by one-on-one time, group setting, and review of classroom material as well as lab material.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
• Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois
• Proficient with Computers/ Technology

Preferred:

• Two years of Nursing experience

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

LEADERSHIP

1. Create and sustain a supportive College culture that engages employees, recognizes diversity, ensures equity, promotes inclusion, and creates a sense of belonging by fostering an environment of teamwork, accountability, communication, and vision in cooperation with senior leadership.
2. Provide one-on-one support for Nursing & Allied Health students in the areas of academic support, coaching, and planning, basic financial aid advising, financial literacy, career coaching, student involvement, and academic engagement while fostering student development through clarification of academic, professional, and personal goals using strategies that contribute to successful degree completion.
3. Monitor the progress of Nursing students and provide necessary academic support to enable students to complete their course of study especially with at-risk students to reduce attrition through referrals to internal and external programs for additional support services and follow-up as needed.
4. Maintain accurate knowledge of Shawnee Community College Nursing and Allied Health degree programs and articulate the requirements of graduation from online degree programs while working with students to develop an individualized pathway to reach their academic goals.
5. Initiate strategic partnerships with various student service departments and stay current with all policies and procedures for the purpose of addressing time-sensitive student requests.
6. Encourage and coach online students through life events, obstacles and that lead directly to greater levels of personal responsibility among Nursing students in their academic success.

ADMINISTRATION/MANAGEMENT

1. Schedule tutoring sessions for all ADN and LPN nursing students individually. Group sessions can be scheduled if several students need assistance in one particular area.
2. Research and recommend study skills as part of orientation and workshops at the beginning of each semester
3. Utilize online and textbook resources available to students.
4. Prepare and facilitate workshops to teach test-taking skills
5. Review exam concepts with students after faculty have worked with the student to identify patterns of improper studying, test taking, or understanding.
6. Prepare students to successfully complete the NCLEX.
7. Monitor student performance and assist in appropriate skills performance in the nursing lab.
8. Assign tutorials on the computer when students are having difficulty in a particular area.
9. Proctor online and classroom exams as needed.
10. Assist students in developing focus reviews based on proctored exam results.
11. Troubleshoot student access and problems with online products and resources.
12. Coordinate and assist with clinical simulation and clinical make-up as needed.
13. Assist in simulation setup and delivery.
14. Maintenance of clinical simulation and laboratory equipment.

ACCOUNTABILITY

1. Document student tutoring and support by maintaining accurate records of students for tutoring, remediation, simulation, coaching, advising, or individualized exam proctoring.
2. Develop and maintain accurate, organized, and detailed student records in order to produce reports that inform retention tactics and strategies paying special attention to program objectives that lead to persistence and graduation.
3. Maintain student records related to testing accommodations as provided by Student Services.
4. Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines including grant requirements, ICCB, & HLC reporting.
5. Interpret, apply, and abide by the Federal Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and parental confidentiality issues.

FISCAL

• None

OTHER

• Performs other related duties which may be required by the Dean of Allied Health & Nursing (i.e. duties that may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but are generally within the occupational series and responsibility level associated with the employee's class of work).

SKILLS & ABILITIES include the following:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

CUSTOMER SERVICE STATEMENT

Consistently performs duties with concern, courtesy, and respect for all persons in a prompt and timely manner.  Must work cooperatively with students, employees, and community members and be sensitive to issues of student and employee diversity.  Consistently exhibits responsiveness to others in the organization at all levels and responds to requests for assistance from students, staff, and community members in a helpful and timely manner.

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.

Lifting:  Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position.  Lifting items up to 50 pounds in weight.

Sitting for prolonged periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Work is primarily in an office/school environment.  Noise levels usually are moderate

Required Documents:  Cover letter, Resume, Official Transcript

The Nursing Simulation Coordinator and Student Success Coach is responsible for the management of simulation lab tasks including but not limited to inventory, preparing for simulation and clinical skills sessions, scheduling the use of the simulation lab, conducting open labs and simulations that meet the needs of the college, ensuring all supplies and equipment is returned after use. The Nursing Simulation Coordinator and Student Success Coach provides clinical, educational, and technical support and expertise in the development, implementation, and evaluation of simulation-based clinical nursing activities across all levels and programs.

The Nursing Simulation Coordinator and Student Success Coach coaches, guides and assists new and current students in Nursing and Allied Health programs to maximize their academic and experiential learning, make informed academic decisions based on life and career goals and successfully complete of their degree programs through a case management approach. The Nursing Simulation Coordinator and Student Success coach facilitates nursing students learning within the ADN and LPN programs at Shawnee Community College which may be accomplished by one on one time, group setting, review of classroom material as well as lab or simulation material.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Nursing
• Active Illinois State Nursing License
• Must be willing to participate in training for simulation through live virtual classes or in-person training, which may require travel.
• Proficient with Computers/ Technology.
• Five years of clinical experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred:

• Experience with Simulation
• Certification in nursing or simulation
• Two years of teaching experience

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

LEADERSHIP

1. Contribute and sustain a supportive College culture that engages employees, recognizes diversity, ensures equity, promotes inclusion, and creates a sense of belonging by fostering an environment of teamwork, accountability, communication and vision.
2. Lead the development, implementation, and assessment of state-approved nursing simulation lab.
3. Provide one-on-one support for Nursing & Allied Health students in the areas of academic support, coaching, and planning, basic financial aid advising, financial literacy, career coaching, student involvement and academic engagement while fostering student development through clarification of academic, professional, and personal goals using strategies that contribute to successful degree completion.
4. Monitor progress of Nursing students and provide necessary academic support to enable students to complete their course of study especially with at-risk students to reduce attrition through referrals to internal and external programs for additional support services and follow-up as needed.
5. Maintain accurate knowledge of degree programs and articulate the requirements of graduation from online degree programs while working with students to develop an individualized pathway to reach their academic goals.
6. Initiate strategic partnerships with various student service departments and stay current with all policy and procedures for the purpose of addressing time-sensitive student requests.
7. Encourage and coach online students through life events, obstacles and that lead directly to greater levels of personal responsibility among Nursing students in their academic success.

ADMINISTRATION/MANAGEMENT

1. Execute the educational, technical, and operational aspects of all human patient simulators and all clinical simulation experiences for faculty and students
2. Create a learning environment that encourages active learning, repetitive practice, and reflection/ debriefing to provide appropriate support throughout each activity
3. Train and act as a resource to faculty and students in simulation and other electronic/technical components of the simulation curriculum
4. Collaborate with faculty and nursing tutor in the development and assessment of simulated clinical scenarios to meet course learning objectives
5. Assist faculty in the development, implementation, enforcement, and maintenance of safety policies and procedures for the simulation laboratories
6. Perform demonstrations on the use and operation of simulators
7. Compile and maintain evaluation data on all simulated clinical experiences
8. Coordinate equipment maintenance schedules; serves as a liaison with simulator companies to ensure reliable operation of equipment
9. Maintain currency in nursing simulation technology and trends
10. Schedule and coordinate internal and external simulation requests with other allied health departments
11. Complete required templates for simulation scenarios including room requests, supply needs, and required training
12. Ensure simulation activities have all necessary resources such as supplies and equipment
13. Prepare rooms for each simulation session
14. Operate low to high-fidelity manikins and task trainers for simulation sessions as needed
15. Monitor student performance and assist in appropriate skills performance in the nursing lab.
16. Proctor online and classroom exams as needed; coordinates clinical make-up as needed.
17. Troubleshoot student access and problems with online products and resources.

ACCOUNTABILITY

1. Develop an Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation/ Board of Nursing-approved simulation facility within one year.
2. Complete approved International Nursing Association of Clinical and Simulation Learning (INACSL) training program within 6 months of hire.
3. Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines including grant requirements, ICCB, & HLC reporting.
4. Ensure institutional and programmatic accreditation requirements are met in relation to curricula development.
5. Maintain accreditation documentation and standards as needed
6. Develop and maintain accurate, organized, and detailed student records in order to produce reports that inform retention tactics and strategies paying special attention to program objectives that lead to persistence and graduation.
7. Interpret, apply and abide by the Federal Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and parental confidentiality issues.

FISCAL

• None

OTHER

• Perform other related duties which may be required by the Dean of Allied Health & Nursing (i.e. duties that may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but are generally within the occupational series and responsibility level associated with the employee's class of work).
• Work Monday thru Friday, during normal business hours; must be able to periodically work outside of normal work hours to meet project deadlines, and/or attend meetings designated by the Dean of Allied Health & Nursing programs.

SKILLS & ABILITIES include the following:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Proficiency with (or the ability to quickly learn) the College’s Banner/Colleague academic system.
• Ability to work outside of the normally scheduled work day, when necessary.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

 CUSTOMER SERVICE STATEMENT

Consistently performs duties with concern, courtesy, and respect for all persons in a prompt and timely manner.  Must work cooperatively with students, employees, and community members and be sensitive to issues of student and employee diversity.  Consistently exhibits responsiveness to others in the organization at all levels and responds to requests for assistance from students, staff, and community members in a helpful and timely manner.

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.

Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. Lifting items up to 50 pounds in weight.

Sitting for prolonged periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Work is primarily in an office/school environment.  Noise levels usually are moderate.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:  Cover Letter, Resume, Official Transcript(s)