Riverside Health System·Newport News, Virginia
The Academic Coach & Advisor supports nursing student success through individualized coaching, academic planning, and early intervention for at-risk students. The role also involves limited instructional duties, clinical support, and collaboration with faculty to improve licensure outcomes and program quality.
Newport News, Virginia Hiring Range $76,400.00 - $105,050.00/Annual Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs. Overview The Academic Coach & Advisor (Nursing) supports student academic success, licensure readiness, persistence, retention, and professional growth. The role identifies at‑risk students early, provides structured interventions, guides academic planning, and collaborates with faculty to improve student outcomes. This position also includes limited instructional responsibilities, student mentoring, and participation in departmental initiatives aimed at strengthening student performance and program quality.
Meet with at‑risk students to conduct gap analyses and create individualized success plans. Monitor student performance and maintain regular communication with both students and faculty. Provide early identification, intervention, remediation, and evidence‑based coaching strategies to improve academic performance and licensure outcomes. Refer students to academic, psychosocial, and institutional support resources as needed.
Academic
Advising: Clarify, document, and develop educational and career plans with students. Provide needs-based counseling, academic planning, and continuous progress monitoring for retention and graduation. Assist students with course registration, degree planning, and navigating program requirements. Serve as the main advising contact for assigned caseloads during early semesters of the program (approx. 250-300 assigned students/year).
Instructional
Support: Teach one or more courses or maintain a partial faculty teaching assignment. Provide tutoring, mentoring, and supplemental instruction aligned with course objectives. Support other faculty in implementing student success tools and strategies across classroom, clinical, and laboratory environments as needed.
Documentation &
Compliance: Document coaching activities, academic progress, and student interactions thoroughly. Maintain student records required by the college, accrediting bodies, and state nursing/allied health boards. Ensure compliance with FERPA and institutional policies when handling student information.
Collaboration &
Communication: Coordinate with faculty, clinical instructors, admissions, and financial aid to support student success. Participate in departmental committees, curriculum planning, and institutional initiatives. Promote proactive communication regarding program updates, expectations, and student needs.
Student
Engagement &
Programming: Assist with new student orientation, advising workshops, and outreach activities. Support efforts to strengthen persistence and licensure pass rates through targeted programming.
Qualifications: Education Masters Degree, Nursing, Education, or related general education field (Required)
Experience 3-4 years Faculty experience at the college level with specific experience in tutoring or remediation of at-risk students (Required)
Skills and Abilities Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with a diverse student body.
Ability to take initiative, lead groups, and promote innovation.
Experience with academic planning software and student success platforms.
Collaborative team orientation with faculty and student‑facing departments.
Strong organization, documentation, and data‑tracking skills.
Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse (RN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) current, unencumbered license with VA or compact state Upon Hire(Required) Other Requirements Irregular Shifts To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Nursing, Education, or a related field and possess a current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia. Additionally, 3-4 years of college-level faculty experience with a focus on tutoring or remediation is required.
Market context
Virginia nursing academic coach and advisor roles typically draw interest as programs support student retention, remediation, and workforce preparation. Competition may be strongest among candidates combining a relevant master’s degree, an active unencumbered Virginia RN license, and 3–4 years of college-level faculty experience in tutoring or remediation. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original description to save research time, then tailor your application to these qualifications.