Clinical Placement Coordinator at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	Clinical Placement Coordinator
Requisition Number	RE46110
Working Title	Clinical Placement Coordinator- Undergraduate Program
Department Name	7E100:NURSING INSTRUCTION
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	44
Salary Range	$43,805-70,075/year
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification	None
Physical Requirements	Sitting and standing for long periods of time. Ability to carry up to 25 lbs. Some travel required.
Shift	Daytime hours (Typically 8:00am – 5:00pm) Monday through Friday
Job Summary	The University of Kentucky, College of Nursing is seeking a Clinical Placement Coordinator for the Undergraduate Program. This position will be responsible for supporting and coordinating clinical operations within the College of Nursing’s Undergraduate program. The Clinical Placement Coordinator will handle the new hire paperwork and compliance of new part-time clinical instructor hires as well as compliance of undergraduate students, as well as foster effective collaboration among academic, healthcare, and community partners. Working closely with faculty, program directors, and students, the clinical placement coordinator will ensure that all students have a productive and optimal clinical experience. The Clinical Coordinator will serve as the primary point of contact for clinical placement within and outside the College of Nursing and ensures contracts are in place with each agency. The role requires a high level of autonomy and the ability to effectively manage and oversee clinical instructor operations across various levels. Key responsibilities include: facilitating the new hire paperwork hiring of part-time clinical instructors maintenance of college databases maintaining regular communication with program leadership, faculty, clinical instructors, students, and healthcare organizations The coordinator will also ensure the selection of high-quality clinical sites that provide valuable experiential learning opportunities and align with student-learning objectives for nursing courses. This position necessitates meticulous attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with various teams to uphold clinical standards and improve the student learning experience.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to multitask. Excellent interpersonal, presentation, communication, and Microsoft Office Suite skills. Knowledge of or experience working in the healthcare field is highly preferred. Self-motivated with the demonstrated ability to complete tasks efficiently and independently.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	Bachelors Degree with three years of successful demonstration of business development and/or relationship management experience, preferably in healthcare arena. Currently: blank
Deadline to Apply	07/07/2024
University Community of Inclusion	The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have experience providing clinical coordination for students in an academic program?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Describe a specific example of a position you have held that required multi-tasking and a high level of attention to small details. How did you ensure that your tasks were completed correctly and in an orderly manner?

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Please provide an example of your experience with being highly organized.

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
   • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • InsightIntoDiversity.com
   • Latinosinhighered.com
   • Indeed.com
   • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
   • UK Job Fair
   • None of the Above

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

PI243210097

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