RN to BSN Program Coordinator

RN to BSN Program Coordinator

The College of Sciences, Health and Pharmacy at Roosevelt University invites applications for an RN to BSN Program Coordinator for a non-tenure track appointment at the Assistant or Associate level. The Program Coordinator provides academic, administrative, and strategic leadership for the RN to BSN program. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for curricular development, with a strong emphasis on high-quality online education, student success, program growth, and continuous improvement. This faculty leadership position reports to the Director of Nursing. This is a full-time, 12 month, remote position with the expectation of being available during standard business hours for virtual meetings. Location Requirement: This is a remote position open only to candidates residing in AZ, CA, FL, IL, IN, MN, NC, NY, SC, TX, WA, or WI. We cannot employ individuals who reside or work in other states.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Contribute to curricular assessment and development
• Stimulate class discussions and encourage active learning in all students
• Maintain proper class-related records, and promptly assess student coursework and apprise students of progress
• Provide academic advising for students
• Support enrollment efforts
• Other duties related to program needs

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Academic and Program Leadership: Provide vision and leadership for the RN to BSN program, ensuring academic excellence and alignment with the University's mission.
• Online Education Excellence: Lead the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of high-quality online and hybrid coursework.
• Administration and Operations: Manage program scheduling, enrollment planning, budgeting, and resource allocation. Recruit, mentor, evaluate, and support faculty and adjunct instructors. Collaborate with advising, admissions, marketing, and student support services to promote enrollment, retention, and graduation.
• Assessment and Continuous Improvement: Lead program assessment, data analysis, and reporting to support accreditation, institutional effectiveness, and student learning outcomes. Use data to inform strategic planning, curriculum decisions, and student success initiatives.
• Service: Engage in service consistent with faculty rank and university expectations. Foster partnerships with healthcare organizations, community agencies, and professional bodies to enhance program relevance and student opportunities.

The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in online teaching and program administration, demonstrate a commitment to inclusive and student-centered education, and possess a strong understanding of contemporary nursing education and workforce needs. We are seeking a candidate who shares our commitment to Roosevelt University's social justice mission. Applicants are expected to have a commitment to excellence in teaching, comfort with working in an environment that fosters student learning from a variety of backgrounds, and the ability to use technology effectively in teaching.

Roosevelt University is a private, non-sectarian university with 4,000 students studying at campuses in Chicago's south Loop, suburban Schaumburg and online. Founded on the principles access and social justice, Roosevelt is the fourth most ethnically diverse college in the Midwest, with a mission to prepare students to assume roles as leaders in their professions and communities.

Roosevelt University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes women, LGBTQ, disabled, veterans, international and minority-classified individuals as applicants for all positions.

Title IX Contact Information: Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations. At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Natasha Robinson. Her office is located in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, AUD 476B. She can be reached at 312-281-3245 or TitleIX@roosevelt.edu.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required - MS in Nursing from accredited institution required. Current RN license or eligibility for licensure in Illinois. Minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience in higher education nursing programs. Experience teaching online (fully online and/or hybrid courses). Excellent communication, organizational, and collaborative skills.

Years of Experience Required - Minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience in higher education nursing programs

Certification/Licensure Required

Minimum Qualifications - Please see Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required section.

Preferred Qualifications - Doctor of Nursing Practice or Ph.D. in nursing. Five (5) years of teaching experience in nursing at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Extensive experience teaching online (fully online and/or hybrid courses). Strong knowledge of RN to BSN curriculum standards and nursing education trends. Demonstrated experience in academic leadership, coordination, or program management.

Equipment Operated - Basic office equipment (e.g., laptop computer, copier/ multi-function device, fax and telephone).

Working Conditions - Traditional office/classroom conditions.

Priority Application Instructions - The review of completed applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.

Departmental Contact Information - College of Science, Health and Pharmacy cshp@roosevelt.edu