Salary/Position Classification

• $47,620 - $50,000 annual, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• This position will work on campus, in person at the University of North Dakota

Purpose of Position

The mission of the College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines (CNPD) is to provide excellent and collaborative education, scholarship and service to advance human well-being for all, with an emphasis on rural and underserved populations.

The CNPD is comprised of the departments of Nursing, Nutrition & Dietetics, and Social Work as well as the Children & Family Services Training Center. The department of Nursing recently received a grant (GERO-STARR) that aims to increase the nursing workforce in rural and underserved areas to address the nursing shortage.

We are seeking a student services support mentor whose primary responsibility will be to provide academic advisement, academic tutoring and writing mentorship to promote student success as GERO-STARR trainees transition to the rigors of the BSN program. This role includes academic and non-academic support with priorities of promoting student success and creating a sense of belonging among GERO-STARR trainees. Tutoring service will extend to other UND nursing pre-licensure BSN students from educationally disadvantaged and rural areas in ND to improve retention rates in the BSN program.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as a Mentor to Nursing Students
  • Develop a trusting, caring relationship and maintain ongoing student contact and interaction
  • Review academic readiness and possible barriers, determine support services needed and assist with those services
  • Provide academic and personal advice/counsel, assist with financial aid applications and all documentation needed to facilitate academic readiness and success
  • Provide an orientation and overview to students each semester
  • Assist students with organizing their course schedules/syllabi
  • Set up group or individual study sessions
  • Develop strategies to assist students in preparing for exams, practicing skills and developing professional communication skills
  • Develop strategies to assist students to improve their scholarly writing skills and possible referral to Writing Mentor/Services
• Function as a Team Member within the Grant, GERO-STARR program, Undergraduate Nursing Department, the CNPD and the University
  • Assist in planning, developing, implementing & evaluating program goals and objectives, including recruitment & retention activities
  • Attend all staff meetings and events and assist with program activities including development of program materials
  • Assist in recruitment and retention for undergraduate nursing, GERO-STARR and the RAIN program
  • Assist in reporting requirements for GERO-STARR program progress reports and analyze outcomes
  • Ensure grant objectives are being met or makes suggested improvements to meet grant goals and objectives
  • Participate in CNPD activities, i.e. committees, meetings, presentations or workshops
  • Collaborate with various individuals and departments to meet program goals

Required Competencies

• Organizational/prioritization skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Student oriented
• Detail oriented

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Must be eligible for licensure as a registered nurse in North Dakota or have a current unencumbered license
• Experience with Microsoft Office products
• Prior usage of nursing lab equipment
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing
• Five years work experience with populations from disadvantaged backgrounds in North Dakota (e.g. rural or tribal)
• Experience with rural nursing theory and sociological and psychosocial behaviors
• Experience with health career pathways and curriculum
• Experience with respective educational institutions and higher education

To Apply

Please include a cover letter and resume with your application.