Academic Advisor

Galen College of Nursing; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution is seeking a dedicated Academic Advisor to guide nursing students through their educational journey. This role emphasizes collaboration, support, and proactive engagement to enhance student retention and success. As part of a caring team, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of healthcare by providing essential resources and personalized advising plans. Join a forward-thinking organization that values inclusivity, accountability, and excellence in nursing education, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of aspiring nurses.

Benefits

Medical Coverage Option

Free Counseling Services

401(k) Plan with Matching

Consumer Discounts

Moving Assistance

Childcare Resources

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree required, relevant experience may substitute education.
• Effective communication skills are essential for connecting with students.

Responsibilities

• Meet regularly with advisees to foster collaborative relationships.
• Monitor and advise at-risk students to support their academic success.
• Develop personalized advising plans and maintain documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Remote Technology Utilization

Student Advising

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or Related Field

Job description

Galen is hiring 1 Academic Advisor to work from any of the following campuses: Houston, Austin, Dallas, Wichita, Gainesville, Sarasota, Orlando, Louisville, Tampa, or Asheville.

Introduction

Have you always wanted to use your nursing license and knowledge to teach others? Do you want to leave your healthcare mark by paving the path for others to learn and gain skills to take your place by the bedside? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Galen College of Nursing to teach the future generation of nurses as an Adjunct faculty member within our educational institution, which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Galen College of Nursing, offers to eligible adjunct faculty access to the following:

• HCA Healthcare Essential Plan, a medical coverage option designed to meet the requirements of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). For most services, after you meet the deductible, you pay 40% for in-network providers and 75% for non-HCA Healthcare and out-of-network providers.
• Free counseling services and other resources to support emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on up to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Additional benefits, such as consumer discounts, moving assistance, childcare resources and more

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our faculty are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Academic Advisor where your passion for creating positive student experiences are valued? If you are dedicated to educating the healthcare professionals of tomorrow, this could be your next opportunity. We change the life of one to care for the lives of many. We want your knowledge and expertise!
Job Summary and Qualifications

Consistent with Galen’s mission to deliver nursing education in an approach immersed in innovation, technology, and student support, the purpose of this position is to assist students in their growth and development as nursing students by serving as the student’s primary point of contact while providing guidance and resource referrals as the student progresses through the program. Advisors will assist students by constructing and monitoring advising plans to support student retention and program completion.

Position Responsibilities

1. Meets regularly with advisees to facilitate a collaborative relationship between advisor and student.
2. Monitors and advises identified at-risk students, including, but not limited to, students who are readmitted, repeating courses, and students with marginal grades in target courses.
3. Collaborates with targeted advisees to create personalized advising plans.
4. Monitors student compliance with personalized advising plans.
5. Participates in the collection of data to identify issues affecting student progression.
6. Assists leadership in developing, implementing, and evaluating proactive plans to address student concerns.
7. Collaborates with faculty, staff, and academic leadership regarding students’ academic performance and resource referral needs.
8. Responds to escalated alerts for assigned students.
9. Collaborates with college-wide and campus leadership to facilitate orientation and other events to promote student success.
10. Develops and hosts workshops and produce related student resources according to the advisor’s expertise.
11. In collaboration with the advising team, creates, implements, and maintains advising resources for the college.
12. Collaborates with the enrollment team and the Office of Academic Records in order to provide support for students during the enrollment process.
13. Maintains documentation of all student interactions in the Student Information System.
14. Collaborates with campus leadership and campus Retention Council on campus-wide retention initiatives.
15. Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree with a major in education or related field. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Special Qualifications: Effective interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to utilize remote technology in order to connect with students. Advisors should plan for extended hours during pre-registration advising.
• Degree of Supervision: Dependent upon experience.

Galen College Values:

• Inclusivity: I foster an environment that provides opportunities for every individual to reach their full potential.
• Character: I act with integrity and compassion in all I do.
• Accountability: I own my role and accept responsibility for my actions.
• Respect: I value every person as an individual with unique contributions worthy of consideration.
• Excellence: I commit myself to the highest level of quality in everything I do.

Be a part of an organization that invests in you. We are actively reviewing applications for our Academic Advisor opening. Highly qualified candidates will be promptly contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in nursing education!

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized.