Graduate Program Clinical Manager
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Location: Oakland, CA 94601
Description:
Description:
Job Description Summary:
Who we are: Samuel Merritt University graduates improve health outcomes and reduce disparities for all members of our communities. We have spent more than a century preparing outstanding healthcare professionals through immersive learning and community engagement and are deeply committed to transforming healthcare through diversity and inclusion. At the College of Nursing, we are at the forefront of educational innovation in theory and practice to prepare highly competent professional nursing leaders who are engaged in the advancement of nursing practice and the improvement of health for diverse populations/peoples. Our motto is education plus compassion which we proudly demonstrate in the ways that we serve our students, faculty, staff, and in our local communities.
The role: The Pre-Licensure/Undergraduate Program Clinical Manager coordinates clinical placements and oversees the administrative and operational aspects of clinical education for pre-licensure/undergraduate nursing students. This role ensures that students are placed in high-quality, compliant clinical environments that support their academic and professional development.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Administration and leadership (100%)
Minimum qualifications and requirements
Education and experience:
Skills:
Abilities:
Employee Status:
RegularExemption Status:
United States of America (Exempt)Time Type:
Full timeJob Shift:
Pay Range:
$88,137 ~ $105,000 per year (exempt)
Samuel Merritt University currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not limited to qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant skills.
Job Description Summary:
Who we are: Samuel Merritt University graduates improve health outcomes and reduce disparities for all members of our communities. We have spent more than a century preparing outstanding healthcare professionals through immersive learning and community engagement and are deeply committed to transforming healthcare through diversity and inclusion. At the College of Nursing, we are at the forefront of educational innovation in theory and practice to prepare highly competent professional nursing leaders who are engaged in the advancement of nursing practice and the improvement of health for diverse populations/peoples. Our motto is education plus compassion which we proudly demonstrate in the ways that we serve our students, faculty, staff, and in our local communities.
The role: The Pre-Licensure/Undergraduate Program Clinical Manager coordinates clinical placements and oversees the administrative and operational aspects of clinical education for pre-licensure/undergraduate nursing students. This role ensures that students are placed in high-quality, compliant clinical environments that support their academic and professional development.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Administration and leadership (100%)
- Plan, organize, and manage clinical placements for Pre-licensure/Undergraduate nursing students, including RN to BSN students, in collaboration with faculty.
- Serve as the primary liaison with clinical partners to secure placement opportunities and maintain strong relationships.
- Oversee and enforce student compliance with clinical requirements, such as immunizations, background checks, and certifications.
- Collaborate with faculty to align clinical experiences with course objectives and program outcomes.
- Provide support to students, faculty, and preceptors during clinical rotations, addressing issues or concerns as they arise.
- Conduct site visits to evaluate the quality of clinical placements and ensure alignment with program standards.
- Maintain accurate records of clinical site agreements, student placements, and evaluation data.
- Facilitate orientation sessions for students and faculty to prepare them for clinical experiences.
- Supervise and provide leadership to Clinical Coordination Team members, ensuring effective oversight of clinical operations.
Minimum qualifications and requirements
Education and experience:
- Registered Nurse (RN), eligible for licensure in California, preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in nursing or other related field, Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in clinical coordination, nursing education, clinical coordination, or healthcare administration.
Skills:
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Knowledge of Pre-licensure/Undergraduate nursing education requirements and Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accreditation standards as well as state boards of nursing and other regulatory agencies.
- Excellent customer relations.
Abilities:
- Ability to function effectively as an academic leader, member of a team, and independently.
- Ability to receive detailed information through verbal and written communication.
- Ability to read and write clear documents.
- Hand and finger dexterity for computer, text, calculator, copy machine, and telephone use.
- Must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word in person or on the telephone.
Employee Status:
RegularExemption Status:
United States of America (Exempt)Time Type:
Full timeJob Shift:
Pay Range:
$88,137 ~ $105,000 per year (exempt)
Samuel Merritt University currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not limited to qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant skills.