Adjunct Nursing Faculty - Cooperative Clinical Facilitator
Position Purpose
The NEC Model of Cooperative Nursing Education utilizes a preceptorship-based approach. The part-time Cooperative Clinical Facilitator (CCF) is an NEC nurse educator who supports and facilitates Cooperative I, II, and III cooperative clinical experiences . These experiences span 14 weeks and consist of one 12-hour clinical shift per week, conducted in partnership with various healthcare organizations, including Catholic Medical Center, Concord Hospital, Cheshire Medical Center, Elliot Hospital,…
Parkland Medical Center, and Portsmouth Regional Hospital . The CCF provides real-time educational support, conducts student evaluations, and promotes a collaborative clinical learning environment. This role is ideal for nurses seeking to take their first step into nursing education or transition from a traditional clinical instructor role into a more flexible, practice-integrated teaching position.
Essential Duties Summary
- Serve as the Clinical Course Facilitator (CCF) during the assigned Cooperative Nursing Education term:
- COOP I - summer,
- COOP II - spring, or
- COOP III - fall.
- Collaborate with clinical preceptors to ensure students meet course objectives and demonstrate professional, safe, and competent nursing practice.
- Maintain consistent communication with students, preceptors, and course lead faculty through scheduled check-ins, site visits (as needed), and digital platforms.
- Evaluate student progress using preceptor feedback, clinical documentation, reflective assignments, and other course-related assessments.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, evaluations, and clinical performance in accordance with program and institutional policies.
- Uphold the academic standards, policies, and mission of New England College and the nursing program.
Required Qualifications
- Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New Hampshire (or eligibility for licensure).
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) or active enrollment in an MSN program preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of two years of recent clinical nursing experience.
- Demonstrated understanding of clinical teaching, professional standards, and evidence-based practice.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to foster collaboration with clinical partners, preceptors, and student care teams.
- Proficiency with or willingness to learn digital tools used for student tracking and communication (e.g., Blackboard, Zoom, email).
To apply, visit https://nec.peopleadmin.com/postings/6355
