Lecturer and Clinical Placement Coordinator (Nursing)

The primary function of this role is to coordinate and oversee clinical placement processes across all McKenzie-Elliott School of Nursing programs. As enrollment continues to expand and clinical placement environments become increasingly competitive, a centralized and dedicated position is necessary to ensure equitable, appropriate, and timely placement of students in clinical settings that align with course and program learning outcomes. This role will work collaboratively with course coordinators, program directors, and external clinical partners to evaluate site appropriateness based on student level, course objectives, and regulatory standards, thereby strengthening academic-practice partnerships and enhancing clinical learning experiences.

In addition, this position will serve as the central liaison for clinical contracts and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), ensuring that all agreements are properly executed, reviewed by university legal counsel, and maintained in compliance with institutional and accreditation standards. The systematic management and organization of these agreements within a shared repository will improve operational efficiency, support accreditation documentation, and provide transparency for faculty and leadership when identifying and utilizing clinical sites. This function is critical for maintaining compliance with CCNE standards related to practice experiences and partnerships, as well as SACSCOC expectations for institutional effectiveness and resource management.

The Clinical Placement Coordinator will also represent the McKenzie-Elliott School of Nursing in clinical partnership meetings, fostering sustainable relationships with healthcare agencies and community stakeholders. These partnerships are essential to advancing the School’s mission of improving health outcomes in rural and underserved communities, while also ensuring adequate clinical capacity to support current and projected student enrollment.

Applicant Instructions: Please attached cover letter of interest, current CV, and a list of at least three professional references with contact information.

Minimum Training and Experience Requirements: Master’s Degree in appropriate discipline area – prior experience teaching in higher education setting.

Management Preferences:

• Experience in nursing education or academic health programs
• Familiarity with accreditation standards (e.g., CCNE, SACSCOC)
• Experience with contract management and compliance processes
• Established relationships with healthcare agencies (regional preferred)

Required License: Unencumbered North Carolina RN licensure or unencumbered RN licensure in a compact state.

Special Instructions to Applicants: This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.