Quality Improvement Project Coordinator

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is seeking a Quality Improvement Project Coordinator to support DNP students' quality improvement projects. The role includes supervising student projects, teaching non-clinical nursing courses, and providing guidance to various stakeholders. This full-time position emphasizes leadership, research, and community engagement.

Benefits

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Minimum 3 years experience in teaching or working with graduate students.
• Skills in scientific writing and editing are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support DNP student projects.
• Provide mentoring and guidance for quality improvement projects.
• Incorporate modern pedagogical skills in teaching.

Skills

Scientific writing

Communication

Project mentoring

Education

Master’s degree in nursing or healthcare-related disciplines

Job description

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Primary Purpose Of Position

The School of Nursing, within the Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, is seeking a Quality Improvement Project Coordinator.

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose Of Position

The School of Nursing, within the Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, is seeking a Quality Improvement Project Coordinator.

The primary purpose of this role is to support the DNP program and DNP faculty in mentoring DNP students’ quality improvement (QI) projects. The QI Project Coordinator also provides support, guidance and resources to DNP students, prospective students, and the HCHHS and SON , Administration, faculty, and staff.

The ideal candidate will be expected to: (i) supervise and support DNP student projects; (ii) incorporate modern pedagogical skills in teaching non-clinical nursing courses at the SON as needed (iv ) provide service to the SON , the college and university as well as to appropriate community and professional organizations.

Partnering with other John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences ( HCHHS ) and School of Nursing ( SON ) staff to coordinate activities related to student support services for their QI projects.

This position is a full-time 12-month non-faculty position with adjunct teaching opportunities.

Primary Function Of Organizational Unit

N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institution, and has been the largest historically Black university in the country for the past decade. With an enrollment of 14,311 students in Fall 2024, the university offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 36 master’s programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It is America’s top producer of Black graduates in Engineering and Agricultural Science bachelor’s programs, as well as a top five producer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Arts and Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master’s degrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies and Related Fields, no. 4 in master’s degrees in Engineering, and no. 11 best business school for women in the nation.

Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as “R2-High Research Activity” in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve “R1-Very High Research Activity” status. It also holds Carnegie’s earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities ( APLU ) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. With an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as “best for business” by the CNBC financial network.

The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences ( HCHHS ) comprises six departments and the School of Nursing. The HCHHS offers the following undergraduate degree programs; Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Services Management, Kinesiology, Nursing, Psychology, and Social Work, Sociology. At the graduate level, HCHHS offers four graduate degree programs including the Masters in Physician Assistant Studies (PA program), Master of Social Work ( MSW ), Master of Science in Health Psychology and PhD in Social Work. Three additional doctoral programs being are being developed; Doctor of Nurse practice ( DNP ), PhD in Applied Psychology, and PhD in Sociology. The HCHHS is also home to the Center of Excellence in Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research ( CIHDER ), a hub for multidisciplinary research and community engagement efforts to alleviate health inequities. The HCHHS capitalizes on the synergistic relationships between these departments to develop advanced academic health science programming, enhance the training of healthcare practitioners, and conduct collaborative multidisciplinary research and scholastic activity.

The School of Nursing is dedicated to equipping individuals for the nursing profession, ensuring they possess the essential skills and knowledge for quality, safe, patient-centered care. Our comprehensive program offerings include traditional bachelor of science in nursing ( BSN ) tracks, Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing ( ABSN ), and RN to BSN pathways, catering to a diverse range of educational needs. We are committed to advancing health equity and engaging with communities as part of our mission to enhance the wellbeing of individuals and communities. This mission is fueled by leadership, research, education, and service. Our faculty, who are expert clinicians and educators, utilize cutting-edge technology at our Union Square campus to provide nursing education grounded in current theory, research, and evidence-based practice. We are proud to offer a new Doctor of Nursing Practice program, further expanding oureducational horizons. Students in all programs, whether pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies, benefit from academic excellence fostered in small, flexible classes guided by supportive faculty. The School of Nursing faculty conduct clinical and translational research and contribute to scholarship that advances the overall health of our communities.

Minimum Requirements

• Applicants must hold a master’s degree in nursing or healthcare-related disciplines from an accredited college or university
• Experience in student project mentoring
  
  

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• A minimum of three years of experience in teaching or working with graduate students or nursing students
• Skills in scientific writing and editing
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and the reduction of health disparities
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
  
  

Required License Or Certification

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title Quality Improvement Project Coordinator

Position Number 007632

Recruitment Salary Range $54,249-$82,853 Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track No

FTE

If Time Limited, Appointment Length

Organizational Division School of Nursing

Organizational Location College of Health and Human Sciences

Organizational Unit School of Nursing

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number EPA2660

Open Date 06/24/2025

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled 08/24/2025

Open Until Filled No

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search 07/08/2025

Date Position Available 07/01/25

Special Instructions to Applicant

Note To Applicants

This position has been re-posted to allow additional candidates to apply. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
  
  

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Quick Link https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/37218

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