Clinical Placement Manager

Baylor University; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition remission

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Baylor University is seeking a Clinical Placement Manager to oversee student records, registration and course scheduling, and to serve as the liaison between clinical agencies and the School of Nursing. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience; a bachelor’s degree with five years of relevant experience is preferred.

Candidates authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; three years of relevant work experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience preferred.
• Combination of education and work experience may be considered in lieu of the required degree/years.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical placements with nurse educators and placement coordinators.
• Manage student records, registration and the Undergraduate schedule.
• Serve as liaison between clinical agencies and the School of Nursing.
• Assist with contract management and attestation processes for clinical sites.
• Advise students on registration and clearance for clinical activities.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Advising

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

A humblecollegefounded before Texas was a state,Baylornow stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We're Looking For

Baylor University is seeking a Clinical Placement Manager. The Clinical Placement Manager is responsible for maintaining student records, registration and course scheduling. This role also includes an advisory role for students who are off track and require an Individual Degree Plan. As the Clinical Placement Manager, they are the liaison between the clinical agencies and the School of Nursing. Within this role, they are responsible for securing clinical placements within the hospital systems, clearing students and faculty to participate in clinical and ensure contracts with agencies are maintained and current.

A bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant work experience are required. A bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience are preferred. A combination of education and work experience may be considered in lieu of the required degree and/or years of experience.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

What You Will Do

• Communicate with nurse educators and/or placement coordinators in the clinical agencies to develop clinical placements; submitting clinical placement request via CCPS or letter to agency
• Confirm placement approval and number of students that will be allowed on site each rotation
• Identify facility requirements at each clinical agency location, such as computer access/training, badge access, and clinical paperwork
• Communicate with faculty and students the information they will need to gain clearance at the assigned clinical agency
• Communicate any changes to the clinical placements to the faculty, students and administration
• Confirm contract's are current through the semester
• Assist Clinical Placement Coordinator with submitting attestation letters and student paperwork to clinical agencies
• Produce School of Nursing's Undergraduate schedule for each semester
• Determine the number of students to be assigned to each clinical section/agency
• Evaluate start and end dates within the block scheduling for each level
• Enter class sections in ClassAct for upcoming semester
• Advise students for registration and clinical clearance
• Conduct general advising session with each level of students
• Provide due dates for upcoming semesters clinical clearance process to be complete - such as immunizations, CPR and clinical paperwork to be submitted
• Prepare Individual Degree Plans (IDP) and advise students when being placed on an IDP
• Adjust students schedule accordingly and advising them as they move through the curriculum
• Prepare Individual Degree Student spreadsheet for Level Coordinators to utilize during the semester
• Collaborate internally to generate process improvements
• Reviewing student handbook, making updates/changes as needed
• Presenting new policies to Academic Policy Committee for approval as needed
• Assist Clinical Placement Coordinator with review student immunization and CPR records housed within CastleBranch data system
• Communicate with students regarding immunizations and CPR that are past due
• Ensure CastleBranch has the latest requirements by the clinical agencies and due dates set up in student accounts
• Performing all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintaining regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

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