Student Support Specialist - Nursing Faculty - PT

Job Summary

The Student Support Specialist is a part-time faculty member responsible for providing structured, proactive academic and professional support to students enrolled in the BSN pre-licensure nursing program as well as course instruction as needed within the BSN Pre-Licensure program. This role directly supports student achievement, progression, and retention through faculty-led advising, early intervention, and coordination of academic and institutional support services.

Consistent with CCNE Standards III, IV, and V, this faculty position contributes to a learning environment that promotes student success, equity, professional formation, and safe preparation for nursing practice.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing (MSN)
• Current, unencumbered RN license (Pennsylvania or eligibility for Pennsylvania licensure).
• Experience in nursing education, academic advising, student support, or a related in higher education.
• Demonstrated ability to support diverse student populations in academically rigorous environments.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and documentation skills.

Essential Functions

• Provide ongoing, faculty-level academic support and advising to pre-licensure BSN students.
• Identify students at risk for academic or clinical difficulty and implement early, structured interventions.
• Support students in navigating progression requirements, policies, and professional expectations.
• Assist students during key transition points, including program entry, clinical placement initiation, and progression following academic or personal interruption.
• Collaborate with faculty, course coordinators, and program leadership to monitor student progression and outcomes.
• Participate in early-alert processes and follow up directly with students requiring additional support.
• Support development and implementation of student remediation and success plans consistent with program policies.
• Contribute to retention and progression strategies aligned with program outcomes and accreditation expectations.
• Assist in scheduling remediation and activities for the Clinical Judgement Support Program.
• Collaborate with nursing faculty to support a respectful, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment.