Wage Nursing Education Retention Specialist, Restricted
Job Description
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Posting Summary
Working Title
Wage Nursing Education Retention Specialist, Restricted
Role Title
Education Support Spec III
Role Code
29144SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
04
Position Number
276W0453
Agency
Southside Va Community College
Division
Southside Va Community College (Div)
Work Location
Mecklenburg - 117
Hiring Range
$20.63/hr min
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
E-Paraprofessional
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Yes
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
Varies
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Established in 1970, SVCC is one of the 23 colleges in the Virginia Community College System. The Christanna Campus near Alberta and the John H. Daniel Campus near Keysville serve ten counties and one city – the largest community college service region in the state. In 1985, SVCC opened the Southside Virginia Education Center. The college is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate degrees. SVCC is dedicated to the belief that all citizens should be given an opportunity to acquire an educational foundation which develops and extends their skills and knowledge. The college’s goal is to provide diverse instructional programs ranging from developmental studies to associate degree curricula in academic, technical, and lifelong education. Through various activities, students will also have the opportunity to develop their roles and responsibilities as participants in a changing society.
Southside Virginia Community College is currently seeking qualified applicants for the restricted part-time position of Nursing Education Retention Specialist to be located at the Estes Center in Chase City, VA. The Retention Specialist is the provider of resources to help ensure the ability of students to succeed in the nursing program and obtain respective licensure. Concurrently, this position is a vital liaison between faculty, administration, and the students. This position is for 1 year and is subject to continued federal funding.
Primary duties include but are not limited to:
- Assist and collaborate in the development, implementation and management of policies and programs to increase student retention and NCLEX success in the nursing programs
- Utilize nursing program data to guide nursing program remediation efforts in
collaboration with nursing faculty Administer the attrition risk survey and analyze results to identify at risk students in coordination with faculty - Incorporate current nursing program retention initiatives into SVCC nursing programs. Refer students to SVCC student services for additional resources and outside counseling services if needed
- Develop and deliver scheduled study skills sessions and workshops to meet the needs of nursing students who are at risk
- Assist with advising, admission, orientation and registration for nursing programs
- Assist nursing students with remediation portfolio development along with faculty to support effective learning plans
- Track remediation student from re-entry to program exit
- Coordinate and conduct clinical remediation with the faculty member if needed
- Other duties as assigned by the Dean of Nursing, Allied Health and Natural Science
Thank you for considering employment with Southside Virginia Community College. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that enhances our status as a recognized Great College to Work For by the Chronicle of Higher Education for 12 years! With the goal of ensuring the equal educational opportunity for all students, SVCC embraces diversity among our students, faculty, staff and the communities we serve as an integral part of our history, a recognition of the complexity of our present state and a call to action for a better future.
SVCC is located in a rural setting of rolling hills, pine and hardwood forests, and farmland. There is easy access to nearby metropolitan Richmond, Virginia, the state’s capital, as well as Raleigh, North Carolina, and Lynchburg, Virginia. The area is famous for its two lakes, Gaston and Kerr, and a multitude of state and national parks which offer recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, skiing, jet-skiing, hiking, horseback riding, picnics, and relaxation. The area also offers sports arenas for baseball, softball, soccer and beautiful golf courses. There are cultural activities including various theaters and arts councils offering concerts, plays, and live entertainment, and there are many local festivals held throughout the year.
SVCC is located in a rural setting of rolling hills, pine and hardwood forests, and farmland. There is easy access to nearby metropolitan Richmond, Virginia, the state’s capital, as well as Raleigh, North Carolina, and Lynchburg, Virginia. The area is famous for its two lakes, Gaston and Kerr, and a multitude of state and national parks which offer recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, skiing, jet-skiing, hiking, horseback riding, picnics, and relaxation. The area also offers sports arenas for baseball, softball, soccer and beautiful golf courses. There are cultural activities including various theaters and arts councils offering concerts, plays, and live entertainment, and there are many local festivals held throughout the year.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing
- Must hold an unencumbered license for the Commonwealth of Virginia
- or have a multistate licensure privilege
- Effective oral and written communication skills, strong human relations skills, effective organizational skills
- Ability to relate to a diverse student population
- Flexibility in handling multiple tasks, ability to exercise sound judgment in handling confidential and sensitive issues
- Knowledge of teaching methodologies effective with students enrolled in
nursing programs - Current computer skills using word processing, excel, database management and presentation
- Research and data analysis skills
- Must have two years of current direct patient care experience
- Ability to uphold the mission and philosophy of the nursing program and Southside Virginia Community College
- Experience with implementing and evaluating student success and retention strategies in a community college or university setting
- Experience working with undeserved college student populations
- Experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) to develop spreadsheets, reports, and correspondence for diverse professional audiences and purposes
- Understanding of student development theories
- Ability to demonstrate excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to interpret and apply SVCC goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
- Ability to track data, outcomes, and present information in compliance with federal requirements
- Ability to address equity and inclusion as a priority in program implementation and decision making
- Ability to communicate program concepts and outcomes to diverse individuals and groups
Additional Considerations
- Community College teaching experience and prior student advising experience or case management experience preferred
- Masters in Nursing Preferred
Operation of a State Vehicle
Yes
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Must be able to travel around the region as well as outside of the region occasionally; some overnight travel may be required; access to a state vehicle or mileage compensation will be provided.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
WGE_2177P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
09/20/2024
Job Close Date
11/01/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Agency Website
Contact Name
Jennifer Davis
Email
jennifer.davis@southside.edu
Phone Number
434-949-1048
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is open until filled. First review of applications will begin on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. For initial consideration, a completed state application must be submitted by that date. The selection committee may determine the need to review additional applications after the initial review as needed.
This is a Wage, Restricted position and continuation depends on grant funding availability. Applicants must apply online by submitting a state application through this site. Applicants must create a user account to apply online. If you are state employee who has been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Inter-agency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the Card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The Card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to (434) 949-0708. Please include your name, the position number and the position title on the fax cover sheet. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your VCCS applicant portal account for the status of your application and the status of this recruitment. For more information about this position or other vacancies within our agency, please visit our website at
SVCC does not discriminate on the basis of race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Shannon Feinman, Vice President of Finance and Administration, 109 Campus Drive, Alberta, VA 23821, 434-949-1005.
Women, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities act (ADA and ADAAA), SVCC will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
This is a Wage, Restricted position and continuation depends on grant funding availability. Applicants must apply online by submitting a state application through this site. Applicants must create a user account to apply online. If you are state employee who has been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Inter-agency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the Card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The Card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to (434) 949-0708. Please include your name, the position number and the position title on the fax cover sheet. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your VCCS applicant portal account for the status of your application and the status of this recruitment. For more information about this position or other vacancies within our agency, please visit our website at
SVCC does not discriminate on the basis of race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Shannon Feinman, Vice President of Finance and Administration, 109 Campus Drive, Alberta, VA 23821, 434-949-1005.
Women, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities act (ADA and ADAAA), SVCC will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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