Nursing Student Success and Retention Specialist (Temp PT)

Community College of Allegheny County; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Community College of Allegheny County is seeking a Nursing Student Success and Retention Specialist (Temp PT) to support nursing student progression, retention, and NCLEX readiness. The role involves proactive academic support, early identification of at-risk students, and collaboration with faculty to improve outcomes.

The position focuses on developing individualized remediation plans, coaching and mentoring students, and utilizing data to evaluate retention initiatives within the Nursing

Qualifications

• MSN or BSN with active pursuit of a master's degree in nursing.
• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience; education, student success, remediation or retention preferred.
• Current Pennsylvania RN license or multistate licensure privilege.
• Ability to obtain ATI Proctor Certification and ATI Champion designation.
• Proficiency with educational technology platforms and student success software.

Responsibilities

• Identify academically at-risk students and develop remediation and success plans.
• Collect and analyze assessment data to inform retention and progression.
• Collaborate with faculty for remediation strategies and student progression.
• Develop and facilitate orientation, workshops, and NCLEX readiness sessions.
• Ensure compliance with policies and accommodations in collaboration with Disability Resources.

Skills

Student-Centered Service

Communication

Collaboration

Coaching

Time Management

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Assessment Data Analysis

Education

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Position Title: Nursing Student Success and Retention Specialist (Temp PT)

Employment Type: Temporary Part-Time

Department: Nursing

Campus: South Campus

Salary Grade: Per Contract

Remote Work Option: Fully In-Person (May be subject to change)

Work Hours: Standard College hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm; Actual hours will be based on class schedules and the needs of the department.

General Summary

The Nursing Student Success &Retention Specialist supports student success, progression, retention, andNCLEX readiness within the Nursing Program. This position provides proactiveacademic support through early identification of at-risk students, individualizedremediation planning, coaching, mentoring, data analysis, and collaborationwith faculty. The Nursing Student Success & Retention Specialist serves asa key resource in the development, implementation, and evaluation of retentioninitiatives while utilizing assessment and performance data to improve studentoutcomes and program effectiveness.

Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with documented active pursuit of a master's degree in nursing.
• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience. Experience in nursing education, academic support, student success, remediation, or retention initiatives preferred.
• Current Pennsylvania Registered Nurse license or multistate licensure privilege.
• Ability to obtain and maintain ATI Proctor Certification and ATI Champion designation.
• Proficiency with educational technology platforms and student success software

Competencies

• Student-Centered Service
• Communication and Relationship Building
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Problem Solving
• Organization and Time Management
• Initiative and Accountability
• Adaptability and Continuous Improvement
• Access, Connection, and Engagement

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Identify and intervene with academically at-risk students.
• Develop and implement individualized student success and remediation plans.
• Analyze assessment data and identify trends impacting retention and progression.
• Coach and mentor students using evidence-based success strategies.
• Facilitate individual and group remediation sessions.
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Prepare reports and present retention and assessment findings.
• Coordinate multiple projects and maintain accurate records.
• Utilize educational technologies and data management systems effectively.
• Work collaboratively in a team-based academic environment.

Duties

Student Support and Remediation

• Identify academically at-risk students through review of course performance, assessment data, standardized testing results, and faculty referrals.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and document individualized remediation and student success plans.
• Provide academic coaching, study skill development, test-taking strategies, and success planning.

Data Tracking, Assessment, and Reporting

• Collect, analyze, and interpret assessment and retention data as outlined in the Systematic Evaluation Plan and program action plans.
• Collaborate with faculty to identify student performance trends, strengths, and opportunities for improvement.

Faculty Collaboration and Support

• Collaborate with faculty regarding student progression concerns, remediation plans, and intervention strategies.
• Provide guidance and support related to academic resource products, reports, assessment tools, and remediation resources.

Student Orientation and Success Programming

• Provide orientation regarding academic support products, learning management systems, assessments, remediation expectations, and available academic support resources.
• Develop and facilitate workshops and support sessions focused on study skills, technology utilization, academic success, and NCLEX readiness.

Compliance and Accommodations

• Collaborate with faculty and Disability Resource Services to implement approved testing accommodations.
• Ensure assessment and remediation practices comply with institutional policies, current best practices, accreditation expectations, and program standards.

Supplemental Functions

• Serve on nursing program committees as assigned.
• Participate in professional development activities related to student success, retention, assessment, and nursing education.
• Assist with special projects, accreditation activities, and program evaluation initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in an office, classroom, laboratory, and virtual environment.
• Requires prolonged periods of sitting, standing, computer use, and communication with students and faculty.
• Occasional travel between campuses may be required.
• Must be able to conduct individual and group meetings in person and through virtual platforms.
• Ability to move throughout campus facilities and access instructional environments.

Job Open Date: 8/21/2026

Clearances: Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances, which are available here .