Nursing Student Success Coordinator

WPU The William Paterson University of New Jersey; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 76,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

William Paterson University seeks a Student Success Coordinator to manage the Nursing Enrichment and Tutoring Center (NET). You will coordinate tutors, mentor cohorts, and ensure support for at-risk undergraduate and graduate nursing students, while collaborating with the COSH and Lab teams to enhance skill-building opportunities.

You will assist with budget planning, data reviews, and program development, reporting to the Associate Dean of the School of Nursing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required/Master’s degree in Nursing Education preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience in mentoring/tutoring/advising students.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and familiarity with audiovisual equipment.
• Experience with Nursing Simulation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong presentation skills.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manages the day to day operations of the Nursing Enrichment and Tutoring (NET) Center.
• Works closely with coordinators to identify and support at-risk students.
• Collaborates with the Skills/Sim lab coordinator to provide practice opportunities.
• Manages supplemental instructional offerings in conjunction with COSH requirements.
• Evaluates NCLEX pass rates and Certificate pass rates for curricular alignment.
• Serves on Curriculum and Academic Standards Committees to align services.
• Hires, orients, trains, and supervises nursing student tutors and mentors.
• Develops and recommends a budget for NET activities.
• Gathers and reviews data on student response and initiates new programs.

Skills

Mentoring

Tutoring

Advising

Communication

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master’s degree in Nursing Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Nursing Simulation

Job description

Thank you for your interest in working at William Paterson University. William Paterson University is a purpose-driven, proudly diverse community—designated as both a public Hispanic-Serving Institution and Minority-Serving Institution—committed to creating transformative academic, professional, and personal experiences as a powerhouse of progress. We foster a workplace that values growth, flexibility, and community, and we are recognized as a 2024 and 2025 Forbes’ Best Employers by State, 2025 Great College to Work For, and honored with the NJBIZ Empowering Women Award. Our 1,000 dedicated staff members enjoy competitive benefits, a four-day summer workweek, tuition support, and strong opportunities for internal promotion. Situated on a scenic suburban campus just 20 miles from New York City, WP offers a diverse, inclusive environment where your contributions fuel student success, economic and social mobility, and community engagement. Together, we empower our students through intentional, holistic support within flexible, innovative, and inclusive settings—preparing graduates to thrive professionally and personally, and to lead with a commitment to progress in New Jersey and beyond.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Associate Dean, School of Nursing, the Student Success Coordinator manages the Nursing Enrichment and Tutoring Center (NET), coordinates scheduling of tutors and mentors, facilitates management of undergraduate and graduate cohorts, identification and management of academically at-risk students.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages the day to day operations of the Nursing Enrichment and Tutoring (NET) Center
• Works closely with the undergraduate and graduate level coordinators to ensure at-risk students are identified and receive ongoing tutoring and support
• Works closely with the Skills/Sim lab coordinator to ensure students have opportunity to practice necessary skills in the NET
• Manages any supplemental instructional offerings in conjunction with the COSH requirements
• In conjunction with the Associate Dean, evaluates NCLEX pass rates as well as Certificate pass rates to ensure curricular alignment and program offerings as needed
• Serves on the Curriculum Committee as well as the Academic Standards Committee to ensure alignment of services at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Hires, orients, trains, and supervises nursing student tutors and mentors as appropriate
• Develops and recommends an appropriate budget for all activities supervised
• Gathers and reviews data on student response to NET activities each semester and initiates new programs as indicated
• Assesses undergraduate and graduate retention issues and plans interventions accordingly
• Serves as a resource to the Student Nurses Association
• Implements special projects as requested by the Associate Dean and the Chairperson i.e. assist with the arrangements for the Nursing Community Advisory Board (CAB)
• Directs academic support and referrals for undergraduate and graduate nursing students
• Provides or arranges for workshops to enhance student success for undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral nursing students
• Performs other duties as assigned that are appropriate for the position

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required/Master’s degree in Nursing Education preferred
• Minimum 2 years experience in mentoring/tutoring/advising students
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and familiarity with audiovisual equipment
• Experience with Nursing Simulation
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong presentation skills
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends, as needed

Starting Salary - AFT Range 24 - $76,486.40 - $87,954.55

This description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees in the above job. It is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

This position may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and dental insurance and retirement plans.

BENEFITS FOR PROFESSIONAL STAFF (AFT)

Salary Range: Please see posting

EEO Statement William Paterson University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law. William Paterson University does not discriminate on the basis of any category stated above or as prohibited by applicable law. Individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit University Facts William Paterson University is the third most diverse public university in New Jersey. As a longstanding member of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), we have been designated by the US Department of Education as a Hispanic-Serving Institution. William Paterson University is also proud to be designated as a NASA MSI (Minority Serving Institution). The University offers more than 250 undergraduate and graduate academic programs that range from liberal arts and sciences to pre-professional and professional programs; it enrolls over 9,000 students from across the country and from over 40 nations. The University is situated on a beautiful, 380-acre suburban campus in Wayne, New Jersey, just twenty miles west of New York City.