Academic Advisor 2 Nursing

Nevada System of Higher Education; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options including (d\

Job summary

The Orvis School of Nursing at the University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for an Academic Advisor 2. This position supports student success through academic advising, admissions, recruitment, retention initiatives, and student-centered programming for undergraduate nursing students.

The role involves academic planning, course scheduling, progression and degree requirements, and guidance for admission to nursing programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of related work experience for the Bachelor's track.
• Master's degree required.
• Two years of related work experience for the Master's track.
• Proficiency in academic advising, teaching, and student services.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive academic advising to undergraduate nursing students.
• Assist with admissions reviews and student recruitment activities.
• Develop and implement advising and intervention strategies to support student success.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff on student success initiatives and nursing program requirements.

Skills

Academic advising

Teaching

Student services

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Masters Degree

Job description

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When: Monday, August 24, 2026, from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Reno/Sparks Convention Center. 4590 S Virginia St. Reno NV 89502

Position Academic Advisor 2 - Nursing

Schedule Full time

Occasional Travel

LOCATION Reno, NV

Salary Will discuss with applicant

The Orvis School of Nursing (OSN) at the University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for an Academic Advisor 2. This position plays a key role in supporting student success through academic advising, admissions, recruitment, retention initiatives, and student-centered programming. The Academic Advisor 2 provides comprehensive advising to undergraduate nursing students, including academic planning, course scheduling, progression requirements, degree completion, and guidance for admission to and success within nursing programs. The position serves as a primary resource on nursing program requirements, university policies, and student support services. The successful candidate will also support the admissions process by reviewing applications, assisting prospective students, and providing guidance throughout the application process. Additional responsibilities include developing targeted advising and intervention strategies, participating in recruitment and outreach activities, collaborating with faculty and staff on student success initiatives, and building relationships with community partners to promote nursing education.

Minimum/Preferred Requirements

Bachelors Degree

• two years of related work experience

Masters Degree

• two year of related work experience

• Academic advising
• Teaching
• Student services or related fields

Job Responsibilities/Duties

• Supporting student success through academic advising, admissions, recruitment, retention initiatives, and student-centered programming
• Providing comprehensive advising to undergraduate nursing students
• Academic planning
• Course scheduling
• Progression requirements
• Degree completion
• Guidance for admission to and success within nursing programs
• Serving as a primary resource on nursing program requirements, university policies, and student support services
• Supporting the admissions process by reviewing applications
• Assisting prospective students
• Providing guidance throughout the application process
• Developing targeted advising and intervention strategies
• Participating in recruitment and outreach activities
• Collaborating with faculty and staff on student success initiatives
• Building relationships with community partners to promote nursing education

Benefits

• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• Generous annual leave
• Generous sick leave
• Long term disability
• Life insurance
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center memberships
• Local business discounts for WolfCard holders
• Mountain EAP counseling and advising services
• No state income tax
• Reduced-rate tuition benefit for faculty
• Dual career assistance program

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