Health Sciences and Nursing Academic Support Specialist

Primary Function: Under the supervision of the Director of the Learning Center, the Health Sciences Academic Support Specialist will provide direct academic support to students enrolled in health science related courses and academic programs. The person in this position will work collaboratively with students, faculty, and learning center staff to identify and implement strategies to strengthen student's understanding of course content in various disciplines including nursing, anatomy and physiology, and basic mathematics. Through the use of course related materials and supplemental technologies, the Health Sciences Academic Support Specialist is responsible for maintaining a supportive learning environment that is considerate of various learning styles.

Minimum Qualifications

• BSN preferred
• Knowledge of current nursing theory
• Knowledge of various teaching/learning strategies
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience in an educational setting or health science related learning environment.
• Working knowledge of the complete Microsoft Office Suite. Willingness to learn and implement new Health Science related technologies.

Job Specific Competencies

• Maintain professional standards that carry out the mission of the institution
• Excellent communication skills - oral and written
• Consistently exhibit patience when engaging with students and colleagues
• Ability to develop and facilitate content specific presentations for audiences of varying sizes
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with students
• Ability to engage with students and colleagues of diverse populations
• Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and independent decision-making skills
• Ability to function as a team player and work collaboratively and cooperatively in a shared-decision-making environment
• Ability to function independently and maintain motivation in the absence of direct or close supervision
• A commitment to enriching the lives of students by promoting a positive learning environment; enhancing the quality of the student experience; and philosophically supporting programs and policies that facilitate student success.

Essential Job Functions

• Deliver a wide range of direct and indirect academic support to students enrolled in nursing and other health science related courses. This support may include one-on-one tutoring, facilitating small to large group review sessions, and providing online support to students. Work collaboratively with faculty and staff to develop and strengthen academic support initiatives as needed
• Ensure that appropriate instructional supplies (models, computer software, etc) are available for student use in the Palisano Learning Center
• Promote, support, and encourage student participation in available academic support opportunities
• Work with the Learning Center leadership to maintain accurate data and document student attendance and usage of tutoring services
• Assess and evaluate student performance and growth
• Provide end of semester report on student learning outcomes and communicate results to the Director of the Learning Center
• Other duties as assigned

Position Specification and Working Conditions

The physical demands and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office environment
• Operates basic office equipment
• Communicates through oral and/or written forms including email.
• Competently uses Microsoft Office products
• May require lifting or moving up to 25 pounds
• Limited stair climbing
• Ability to work and drive to multiple locations
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings
• May require sitting or standing for extended periods of time