Academic Advice, Communication Skills, Keyboards, Manual Dexterity, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Nursing, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Retention Programs, Team Player, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Jacksonville, FL
POSTED
16 days ago
Job Description
Job Title: Academic Advisor for Entry Level (UG) Nursing
Department: Keigwin School of Nursing
Position Reports to (Position Title): Interim Associate Dean KSON
Position Type: Full-Time/Exempt
Job Summary
The Academic Advisor for the Entry Level Programs in the Keigwin School of Nursing works in a team-based environment to assist in admissions, enrollment, and advising for students in the campus-based undergraduate nursing programs.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None.
Duties/Responsibilities
Complete task assigned by the Assistant Director of Entry Level Enrollment in the admissions processes for programs in the Keigwin School of Nursing undergraduate programs.
Evaluate applicants for admission to the Keigwin School of Nursing entry level programs.
Assist in orientation activities for each entering cohort.
Assist the Assistant Director of Entry Level Enrollment to counsel students regarding eligibility, course schedule recommendations, and progression in undergraduate nursing programs.
Advise entry level nursing students for registration, program progression, and fulfillment of degree requirements
Tracks retention and collects metrics for Entry Level (undergraduate) ABSN nursing programs and collaborates with administration to implement effective retention strategies
Counsels alongside with Academic Advising for pre-nursing students interested in the major and preparing needed requirements.
Serve as a liaison to faculty for Entry level nursing programs.
Assist in the collection of metrics regarding undergraduate nursing students' race, ethnicity, gender, employment as necessary for accreditation and university reporting.
Other duties as deemed necessary by the Assistant Director of Entry Level Enrollment.
Required Skills/Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Critical thinking
Problem-solving
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Word and Excel
Education, Certificates, Licenses, and Experience: Minimum Education Requirement
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Work Experience: will train
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a University environment
Knowledge of the nursing profession and educational requirements
Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
Physical Requirements:
Manual dexterity to efficiently operate a computer keyboard and other business machines
Near vision sufficient to read written communications and computer display screens
Adequate hearing to communicate effectively in person and by phone
To Apply
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter along with the Jacksonville University application.
Important Note
This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.