WS - Nursing Academic Assistant - FWS

University of Pikeville; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Pikeville's Elliot School of Nursing in Pikeville, KY invites applications for Nursing Academic Assistant to support nursing students with tutoring, study strategies, and coursework success. This entry-level role emphasizes clear communication and leadership as you guide learners through concepts and clinical reasoning.

Responsibilities include small-group tutoring, maintaining confidentiality, and scheduling changes; the position offers approx.

Qualifications

• Provide tutoring and guidance to nursing students on concepts and applications.
• Demonstrate strong communication and leadership abilities for student success.
• Maintain confidentiality and punctuality; communicate schedule changes in advance.
• Develop effective study habits and test-preparation strategies for nursing coursework.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support to nursing students, assisting with understanding nursing concepts and applications – C, P, CT, L
• Maintain confidentiality, be punctual, communicate changes in work schedule in advance – P
• Conduct small-group tutoring sessions to facilitate collaborative learning among nursing students – TW, CT, CTR, L
• Guide students in developing effective study habits, time management skills, and offer strategies for test preparation and academic success in nursing coursework – C, TW, P, CT, L

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Career & Self Development

Critical Thinking

Community Transformation

Leadership

Technology

Tools

Canvas

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Social media

New technology

Job description

NURSING ACADEMIC ASSISTANT

Division: CNHS Department: Nursing Experience: Entry-level

Job Code: FWSNURACADAST Supervisor/Reports To: Jessica Williamson

Start Date: 8/25/2025

Provide academic support to nursing students through tutoring, study strategies, and guidance on coursework success. Ideal for high-achieving students with strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities And Career Competencies

• Provide academic support to nursing students, assisting them with understanding nursing concepts and applications – C, P, CT, L
• Maintain confidentiality, be punctual, communicate changes in work schedule in advance – P
• Conduct small-group tutoring sessions to facilitate collaborative learning among nursing students – TW, CT, CTR, L
• Guide students in developing effective study habits, time management skills, and offer strategies for test preparation and academic success in nursing coursework – C, TW, P, CT, L

Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)

Preferred Skills: Computer knowledge and online student software (Canvas, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media & new technology), attention to detail, strong active listening abilities, student focused, willingness to learn new things, proven outstanding written and verbal communication.

Work Schedule: Varies depending on workload; average of 10 hours per week. Occasional nights or weekends required.

Work Conditions: Normal office working environment; computer time included in daily hours.

Physical Demands: Normal office activities.

Number of Positions: 3

Pay Rate: $10.50/hour

Location: Elliot School of Nursing, 119 College Street, Pikeville, KY 41501

Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.