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.

Clinical Teaching Assistant Duties (Approx. 60%):

• 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
• Evaluate student performance in the clinical setting using established rubrics and provide constructive feedback to support their learning and
• 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
• Participate in faculty meetings and professional development activities as

Clinical Coordinator Duties (Approx. 40%):

• 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 accreditation standards (e.g., CCNE, ACEN) and program learning outcomes.
• Participate in curriculum development and revision related to clinical
• Prepare reports and data related to clinical placements for accreditation, program review, and internal reporting.
• Conduct site visits to clinical agencies to assess learning environments and foster strong partnerships.
• Stay current with trends in healthcare and nursing education to anticipate clinical placement needs.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should apply online at https://stedwards.applicantpro.com. Application packages should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, names, and contact information for three references, as well as a statement describing your teaching philosophy and your approach to working on projects with undergraduate students.

In addition, all applications must include a statement on how they would integrate the University's Holy Cross mission into their work. Your Mission Integration statement should be included as a separate document.

Mission Integration Statement Prompt:

St. Edward's was founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross, from which it acquired distinguishing characteristics that include the courage to take risks, an international perspective, and the commitment to provide educational opportunities for students of varied cultural, religious, educational, and economic backgrounds. In support of the mission, the different backgrounds of St. Edward's students, faculty, and staff enrich our community and represent a significant part of our culture and commitment to excellence. We value the

individual differences, life experiences, unique capabilities, and innovative talent our employees and students contribute to our vibrant academic environment. St. Edward's honors and respects all members of its community by fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that respects the dignity and worth of each person and stresses the obligation of all people to pursue a more just world.

While serving as a faculty member at St. Edward's University, how would your individual differences, life experiences, and unique capabilities contribute to the mission as described above? Describe how your prior work aligns with the university's mission. Applicants should submit materials by August 1 for full consideration; however, the position will remain open until filled.

ABOUT ST. EDWARD'S UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, St. Edward's University is a private, Catholic, liberal arts institution of approximately 2,500 undergraduate and 500 graduate students located in Austin, Texas. It is an exciting time to be part of the St. Edward's community as the university increases its global engagement to educate students about the opportunities and challenges of a 21st-century world. SEU is a diverse community that appreciates faculty and students from all backgrounds. Consistent with its Holy Cross heritage, the university is strongly committed to diversity and global initiatives. More information about St. Edward's University may be found at www.stedwards.edu.

Commitment to the Holy Cross Mission

St. Edwards University is a diverse community devoted to proactively nurturing a campus-wide culture that promotes and ensures equity, respect, inclusion, and safety for all members regardless of race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and gender identity, socio-economic background, or physical ability. We are one University that opens our hearts and minds to conversations, to learning and to creating a community that is welcoming of all. Regardless of position, it is expected that each employee will embrace this commitment and demonstrate an attitude of respect toward and acceptance of all members of our community. For more information on our commitment to diversity, please visit our website https://www.stedwards.edu/about-us/living-our-mission

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: St. Edward's University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. We require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency for employment, and we are not offering visa sponsorship at this time.

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check is required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position