Clinical Coordinator-Nursing

Connecticut State Community College; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave policies

Multiple retirement plan options

Comprehensive health insurance choices

Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

Job summary

Connecticut State Community College is seeking a Clinical Coordinator of Nursing for the Three Rivers campus in Norwich, CT. The role oversees clinical practicum and teaches students in clinical, laboratory, and simulation settings.

The incumbent will report to the Nursing/Allied Health leadership, coordinate practicum experiences, and uphold accreditation standards while engaging with diverse learners. Strong communication and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing or a related field.
• Current CT license in Nursing.
• Clinical instruction and course design experience, including simulation where applicable.
• Knowledge of accreditation requirements in assigned disciplines.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Clinical practicum administration.
• Clinical instruction of students in clinical, lab, and simulation settings.
• Attend convocations, serve on committees, and participate in meetings during evenings/weekends.

Skills

Nursing

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing or related field

CT Nursing license

2+ years acute care nursing experience

Job description

About CT State Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.

Position Details

Posted: September 16, 2026 Level: Community College Professional 18, 12-month, tenure track position Employment Type: Standard Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Anticipated Start Date: Decemberr 2026 Work Location: CT State Three Rivers 574 New London Turnpike, Norwich, CT 06360 Work Modality: On-site; Position is not remote Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by October 14, 2026.

Position Summary

The CT Community College system offers two-year liberal arts degree programs and a broad range of career, occupational and technical certificate and non-credit programs in order to meet the varied learning needs of the populations served. Among those programs are courses in subject areas which prepare students for occupations and careers in fields which support and are adjunct to health care. These subject areas include such fields as: Nursing and Allied Health Programs. The programs include both academic and clinical instruction.

The Clinical Coordinator directs the clinical practice portion of courses in one of such allied health fields at a Community College. The incumbent’s work includes both clinical program administration and teaching of students in the clinical setting, laboratory, and simulation lab settings.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing or Allied Health Program Director or other administrator, the Clinical Coordinator of Nursing is accountable for contributing to useful practicum for assigned students through effective performance in these essential functional areas:

Key responsibilities include:

• Clinical practicum administration
• Clinical Instruction

Additional responsibilities include:

• Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
• Service on assigned committees and task forces
• Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.

Master’s degree in Nursing or a field related with one (1) or more years of experience in a related field; or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Professional competence in Nursing
• Must hold a current CT license in Nursing
• Clinical instruction and course design, including simulation
• Methods of testing and assessing student performance in clinical settings
• Comprehensive familiarity with accreditation requirements in assigned disciplines
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years or more years of acute care medical-surgical Nursing practice
• One (1) year of simulation experience
• Experience working in higher education
• Two (2) or more years of teaching Clinical Nursing
• Knowledge of methods of testing and assessing student performance in laboratory setting

Salary and Benefits

• Salary $78,330 approximate annual

CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees.

Important Notes

• Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered
• Links to external resume or profile sites will not be accepted
• CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas
• Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States

Selection Process

After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline.

The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.

Background Screening

Employment offers are contingent upon:

• Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
• Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks

CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community.

Equity Statement

Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a-80(b) or 46a-81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups.

For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7075 or [e-mail].

CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.