Nursing Resource Coach

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas, seeks a Nursing Resource Coach to provide targeted academic coaching and coordinate SHSU resources to boost nursing student success.

The role combines data-driven program development with direct student interaction, coaching, tutoring, and collaboration with faculty to align curricula and support services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and active RN licensure from the Texas State Board.
• Four years of experience in nursing or a related field.
• Clinical education and student coaching experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Implements best practice models to support nursing student academic success.
• Analyzes data to establish an evidence-based program to increase retention.
• Coaches and tutors nursing students and supports remediation processes.
• Collaborates with faculty to improve curricular design and student advocacy.
• Coordinates with Services for Students with Disabilities to support student success.

Skills

Coaching

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

RN Licensure (TX)

Job description

Requisition:

202600317S

Title:

Nursing Resource Coach

FLSA status:

Exempt

Hiring Salary:

This position is a pay grade 15. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

Occupational Category:

Professional

Department:

Nursing

Division:

Division of Academic Affairs

Open Date:

10/07/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement:

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or a related field, current Registered Nurse (RN) Licensure from the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners. Four years of experience in Nursing or a related field. Clinical education and student coaching experience is desirable. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position:

Performs highly complex administrative and supervisory program work and works directly with students to improve academic performance through individual and group supports and the coordination of SHSU resources for student success.

Primary Responsibilities:

Implements best practice models for the support of nursing student academic success, analyzing and interpreting data to establish an evidenced-based program to increase the retention rate of nursing students. Creates and sustains a supportive student-focused, non-threatening environment for behavioral change related to academic success. Documents student goals, individual learning/performance/remediation plans, and behavioral outcomes. Assists students in identifying academic strengths, challenges, and learning styles to develop a strategic study plan for reaching academic goals. Assists students by providing strategies for academic success and personal well-being. Directly coaches and tutors nursing students and support remediation processes. Collaborates with faculty to coordinate improvements in curricular design and development and promote student advocacy. Collaborates with SHSU academic support resources to create value for School of Nursing (SON) students. Coordinates with Services for Students with Disabilities to support student success. Continuously improves the academic coaching role and related processes at the SON. Positively engages students for their success and wellness. Coordinates with SON Advisor to design and implement programs focused on wholistic student wellness. Provides holistic student support by acting as a liaison for the student and student support services. Promotes continuous quality improvement, participates in the planning and launch of new student‑support initiatives, such as Start‑Up Bootcamp programming, academic recovery courses, and targeted workshops on study skills and resilience. Provides implementation‑stage feedback based on direct student interaction, helping identify early adjustments needed to improve clarity, accessibility, and student engagement as initiatives roll out. Contributes to the development of workflows, resource guides, and documentation that support the transition of new initiatives from launch or pilot status into ongoing operations. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications:

Previous student coaching experience with individuals and small groups preferred. Prior experience remediating students with academic difficulties. Previous experience working directly with faculty and curricular issues preferred. Experience working with students or customer groups. Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to supervise business functions. Communicates with other University departments, personnel, and other agencies.

Full Time Part Time:

Full Time

Quicklink:

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48883

EEO Statement:

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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