BSN Clinical Coordinator and Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice

Nursing

St. Edward's University, a nationally ranked, independent Catholic university and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, specialized faculty position as an Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice in the Department of Nursing, beginning March 2026.

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 is responsible for the oversight and coordination of all undergraduate nursing clinical experiences and serves as the primary liaison with healthcare partners to cultivate and sustain high-quality academic–practice partnerships. As an Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice and Clinical Coordinator, the individual provides direct instruction in undergraduate clinical courses, mentors/advises students, secures and maintains clinical placement sites, and supports continuous quality improvement of clinical education in alignment with program outcomes, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.

For consideration,

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution.
• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license (or eligibility for licensure) in the State of Texas.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of recent clinical nursing experience in an acute care or relevant healthcare setting.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in nursing education, clinical instruction, or precepting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of undergraduate clinical education, student evaluation, and professional nursing standards.
• Demonstrated ability to align clinical teaching and evaluation with AACN Essentials (2021) and the Texas Differentiated Essential Competencies (DECs) for nursing education.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills with healthcare partners, faculty, students, and administrators.
• Ability to manage multiple clinical sites, schedules, and competing priorities effectively.
• Commitment to student-centered teaching, professional identity formation, and ethical nursing practice.
• Ability to work onsite in support of clinical coordination, teaching, and partnership development.

Essential Responsibilities Include: Candidates should have an interest in and the ability or potential to teach undergraduate courses, as well as support a diverse student body.

Essential Responsibilities Include: Candidates should have the interest and ability or potential to teach a range of undergraduate courses and support a diverse student body.

Clinical Coordination & Academic–Practice Partnerships

• Provide oversight and coordination of all undergraduate nursing clinical experiences.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the BSN program and healthcare partners; cultivate and sustain high-quality academic–practice relationships.
• Identify, secure, and maintain appropriate clinical placement sites for all undergraduate nursing students.
• Communicate regularly with clinical agencies regarding student expectations, program requirements, and performance feedback.
• Collaborate with clinical agencies to address site capacity, student preparedness, and clinical quality.

Clinical Scheduling & Operations

• Develop, coordinate, and manage clinical placement schedules across all undergraduate nursing courses.
• Assign students to clinical sites and preceptors in collaboration with course faculty and clinical partners.
• Monitor clinical site utilization and adjust placements as needed to ensure equitable, high-quality learning experiences.
• Maintain accurate records of clinical placements, clinical hours, site capacity, and preceptor assignments.

Compliance, Accreditation, and Quality Assurance

• Ensure all clinical experiences align with program outcomes, AACN Essentials (2021), and Texas Differentiated Essential Competencies (DECs).
• Monitor and document compliance with Texas Board of Nursing regulations, institutional policies, and clinical agency requirements.
• Maintain required documentation related to clinical placements, student credentials, and site agreements in collaboration with university offices.
• Participate in accreditation activities, program assessment, and continuous quality improvement related to clinical education.

Clinical Compliance Validation (Students, Faculty, and Clinical Personnel)

• Validate and monitor all required clinical compliance documentation for students, faculty, clinical supervisors, and clinical assistants, including but not limited to licensure, health requirements, background checks, training certifications, and agency-specific credentials.
• Ensure all individuals participating in clinical education meet institutional, clinical agency, and Texas Board of Nursing requirements prior to clinical placement.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of clinical compliance and collaborate with university offices and clinical agencies to resolve deficiencies.
• Communicate compliance expectations, timelines, and deadlines clearly to students, faculty, and clinical partners.

Clinical Supervisor & Clinical Assistant Onboarding and Training

• Plan, coordinate, and implement orientation and onboarding for clinical supervisors and clinical assistants prior to each academic year and as new personnel are engaged.
• Develop and deliver structured clinical training for clinical supervisors and clinical assistants each semester (fall, spring, and summer) to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance in clinical instruction.
• Provide ongoing support, resources, and guidance to clinical supervisors and clinical assistants throughout the academic year.

Teaching, Mentoring, and Student Evaluation

• Teach undergraduate clinical courses as an Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice, carrying the equivalent of a 15/15 (fall/spring) teaching workload.
• Mentor students in clinical reasoning, professional identity formation, ethical practice, and professional comportment.
• Evaluate student performance in clinical settings using established program criteria and rubrics.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback and collaborate with faculty on remediation plans when needed.

Collaboration & Program Alignment

• Collaborate closely with course faculty, program leadership, and simulation faculty/staff to ensure alignment among didactic, simulation, and clinical learning experiences.
• Participate in curriculum development, course review, and program evaluation related to clinical education.
• Work with simulation staff to integrate simulation with clinical learning where appropriate.

Service, Professional Engagement, and Leadership

• Represent the BSN program in internal and external meetings related to clinical education and workforce partnerships.
• Stay current with trends in nursing education, clinical practice, and regulatory changes affecting clinical placements.
• Provide service to the program, school, and university as assigned and strategically aligned with program priorities.
• Participate in scholarly or professional activities appropriate to a Professor of Practice role.

Other Duties

• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Nursing and/or Dean.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit an online application by clicking "Apply for this Position" (link to be added). Application packages should include: Cover letter

• Curriculum vitae
• Names and contact information for three references
• Statement describing your teaching philosophy
• Statement about your approach to working on projects with undergraduate students

Additionally, all faculty applications must include a statement outlining 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 a commitment to providing educational opportunities for students from 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 that 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 values the dignity and worth of each person and emphasizes the obligation of all individuals to work towards 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 March 15, 2026 for full consideration; however, the position will remain open until filled.