Nursing Clinical Coordinator & Instructor

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Position Details

Position Title: Nursing Clinical Coordinator & Instructor Department: Nursing Location: Moorhead Employment Type: Staff, Learned Professional Exempt Benefit Eligible: Yes General Employment Period: This position is a full-time benefit-eligible position. Generally, the position would be 40 hours/week over 12 months. Based on workload throughout the year, hours may vary to meet the needs of the position. Flexible scheduling and working from home on non-clinical instruction days is negotiable. General Work Schedule (days of week): 40 hours/week over 12 months. General Shift Hours: Generally, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, but based on workload throughout the year, hours may vary to meet the needs of the position. Position Opening Date: 10/12/2026 Screening Begins: 11/2/2026 Position Closing Date: Open Until Filled? Yes

Why Concordia?

At Concordia College, your work contributes to something bigger. Every role plays a part in supporting our students, strengthening our campus community, and advancing our mission. Here, you''ll join a collaborative community where your contributions are valued, and your work can make a meaningful difference.

About the Role

As the Nursing Clinical Coordinator & Instructor, you''ll play an important role in shaping the next generation of nurses. Working closely with students, faculty, the department chair, and community partners, you will help nursing students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to care for patients during vulnerable moments.

This Masters Prepared RN will be assigned clinical instruction approximately 2 shifts per week. The remainder of time will be spent organizing, managing, and facilitating clinical arrangements and student documentation for the Concordia College Nursing Department with partnering clinical agencies. Creating the clinical schedules for each course which includes requesting clinical placements and updating clinical programs as needed throughout the semester, along with practicum placements, is a major responsibility.

Additionally, the Clinical Coordinator/Clinical Instructor serves as the Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) program liaison and coordinator, substance abuse program manager, and other departmental duties as assigned.

What You''ll Do

• Provide clinical instruction and evaluation based on departmental needs in areas of general nursing and the individual's professional nursing experience. Approximately one to two clinical days per week per semester may be assigned.
• Create the clinical schedules for each course which includes requesting clinical placements and updating clinical programs as needed throughout the semester along with practicum placements.
• Collect and verify student documentation including personal health data, immunizations and vaccinations, liability and health insurance, criminal background checks, etc.
• Oversee background checks and substance abuse-testing program as a part of ongoing clinical documentation.
• Serve as the Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) program liaison, coordinator, and proctor.
• Collaborate with the Director of Institutional Effectiveness to complete student evaluations of clinical team members and provide results to course coordinators.
• Communicate effectively with the nursing department's faculty and staff along with our clinical partners.
• Update clinical partner agreements.
• Coordinate annual CPR certification.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

You''ll Thrive Here if You:

• Enjoy clinical education, building relationships and working collaboratively with people across an organization.
• Take pride in staying organized and following through on details while balancing changing priorities.
• Look for ways to solve problems, improve processes, and make work easier for others.

Qualifications

What We''re Looking For

We''re looking for a nursing professional who enjoys supporting the next generation of nurses through clinical education and hands-on learning. The ideal candidate brings professional nursing expertise, strong organizational skills, and the ability to build collaborative relationships with students, faculty, and clinical partners.

You don''t need to meet every preferred qualification to be considered. If the role interests you and your background aligns with the required qualifications below, we encourage you to apply.

Required Education & Experience

• Master''s Degree in Nursing (MS or MSN).
• Relevant professional experience related to nursing.
• Unencumbered RN Licensure.
• Ability to be licensed in the states of ND and MN.
• (Applicants need only to be licensed in one or the other at time of hire, with ability to obtain the other license afterward).

Preferred Education & Experience

• Prior clinical nursing instruction preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities

Candidates must be able to demonstrate the following:

• Computer skills, including use of Excel and willingness to utilize platforms of partnering clinical agencies.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a variety of audiences.
• Attention to detail and the ability to organize work, manage competing priorities, and follow through on responsibilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build effective working relationships.
• Ability to use sound judgment, solve problems, and adapt to changing needs.

Benefits and Salary

Concordia College offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Preventative Chiropractic Program
• Retirement Plan
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time only)
• Life Insurance (full-time only)
• 13 Paid holidays including the time off between Christmas and New Year''s
• MN Paid Family and Medical Leave
• Up to 100% tuition with discounts and scholarships for yourself and dependents at Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages
• Up to 50% tuition discount for dependents with Oak Grove Lutheran Schools
• Up to 100% tuition discounts for dependents with participating partners: CIC-TEP, ELCA schools, and Tuition Exchange Inc.
• Extras: access to athletic facilities, library, fitness classes, athletic events, theatre events, purchase dining on campus, free MATbus rides

Salary: 57,000.00 - 64,000.00 USD Annual Salary

The final salary will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, certifications, and alignment with the position''s requirements. Other considerations may include internal equity and market conditions.

What to Submit with Your Application

• Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Contact Information for two professional references

• Transcripts for MSN or terminal degree

• RN Licensure

• Optional Documents:

• Certification

• Training

• Other

Additional Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants do not need to be currently licensed in both MN and ND. One active, unencumbered license in either state is required. The other can be obtained after hire.

Professional References:

Applicants will be asked to provide contact information for at least two professional references before an offer of employment can be made. Reference information may be provided with the initial application or requested later in the selection process, depending on the position.

Employment Contingencies:

Successful completion of a criminal background check

Nondiscrimination Statement

Concordia College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. The College is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for all. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Inquiries regarding this policy may be directed to the Office of Human Resources, Concordia College, 901 8th Street South, Moorhead, MN 56562, 218-299-3339.