PRACTICAL NURSE STUDENT ADVISOR
FACULTY OF HEALTH STUDIES
NorQuesters are difference makers and we’re searching for someone dedicated to finding ways forward to join our Faculty Health Studies team as a Practical Nurse Student Advisor. Reporting to the Academic Program Manager (APM) of the Practical Nurse program, the Student Advisor carries out a range of activities including student program advising, student engagement, student success triage and intervention. They will act as the key program area contact for recruitment, liaison to the Office of the Registrar and Student Services, and partner with the program leadership team.
This position requires a high degree of responsibility, accountability, initiative, and leadership in a variety of operational areas. Excellent communication and liaising skills are required to work with students, internal college areas, and external stakeholders.
The ideal candidates will have an advanced level of knowledge about the Practical Nurse program architecture, Practical Nurse program regulatory standards and course sequencing, as well as admission processes both at the college and at other post-secondary institutions (PSIs). Depending on the program, this may include information on transfer-receiving PSIs, such as changing competitive GPA requirements, admissions requirements, high school and post-secondary applicant status at the pertinent post-secondaries, language requirements, core high school subjects, and rules around using post-secondary credits in lieu of core high school subjects, and dual credit. The advisor will maintain relationships with PSI partners for the purpose of ensuring up-to-date information and to facilitate student transfer credit pathways.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Provide support on projects, especially those related to learner pathways, transfer credit agreements, and students supports.
Triage student issues before they are escalated to program leaders.
Lead department tracking of ongoing transfer credit requests through ACAT and liaise with the Office of the Registrar on in-process requests.
Research external pathway opportunities and advise the team on block transfer agreements as part of program development or expansion.
Maintain communication with internal and external stakeholders as required and work with APM and Program chairs to complete early term prerequisite reporting. Prerequisite exceptions are reported to admissions.
Create, run, and analyze reports to be proactive and intervene with advice and guidance to enable student success in the program. This may result in contacting students when progress is out of sync, required courses are missing, and redirection is required.
Involvement in the applicable regulatory process, by providing data or reporting.
Meet individually with students to advise them on student pathways related to their academic and professional goals including assisting students in creating pathways to other post-secondary institutions, and, when necessary, help students navigate the application process to other post- secondary institutions.
Refer students to support areas as required, such as the Student Readiness and Retention teams, the Office of the Registrar, Student Assessment, Student Financial Aid, Centre for Growth and Wellness, Library and Tutorial Services, Office of Student Judicial Affairs, and Work Integrated Learning and Career Education Centre.
When necessary, review academic performance with students to ensure that they are on track to succeed in their goals; work with instructors to ensure student success, and make recommendations to students for supports.
Counsel students regarding course load, returning to the program after absences, transferring in from other PSIs, and program delivery transfers.
Provide support and training regarding the program area(s) for the Retention team and serve as program liaison on the subject of student pathways and progress.
Maintain relationships with transfer credit officers to ensure the program and Faculty has up-to-date information for students on transfer agreements and degree pathways.
WHAT YOU BRING
Completion of a Bachelor’s (Undergraduate) Degree from an accredited postsecondary institution or a combination of relevant education and experience.
Education and designation in a nursing or applicable health related field.
5+ years of related advising and student support experience in a post-secondary environment.
Expertise in program architecture, curriculum, course sequencing, pathways, Practical Nurse regulatory body standards and regulatory policies for related faculty.
Registration in good standing with CRNA, CLPNA, CRPNA or applicable health regulatory body.
Demonstrated understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, including the needs of Indigenous, International, and immigrant learners.
WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER
As a difference maker you bring:
Exceptional customer service skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Proficient knowledge of computer systems, including PeopleSoft and Microsoft Office.
Ability to forge and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Proven process improvement experience.
Accountability and responsibility, including the ability to work independently and complete tasks to deadline.
SALARY: $60,724-$78,850 annually reflective upon what you bring, AKA your education and experience. This is a fulltime perm position with immediate access to our great benefit and pension programs.
We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.
COMPETITION NUMBER: 2023-4088
CLOSING DATE: July 24, 2023 @ 11:59PM MST
APPLY TO BECOME A NORQUESTER: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.
PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.
Difference Makers. If we were to describe what NorQuest College is, we’d say these two words. We are so fundamentally driven in our mission to make a difference to our students, our community, and to our fellow NorQuesters, that it guides what we do, who we meet, and where we are headed.
So how do we make differences?
We empower NorQuesters. When it comes to working, it’s up to you to decide where (on campus or from another location) and how you work. NorQuesters are expected to embody our Qs—lead from where you are, be dependable, find ways forward—to name a few, but how you do that is your choice!
We unlock potential. Whether its newcomers to Canada who want to improve their English, students who want to complete their academic upgrading, learners pursuing post-secondary education, or anyone who wishes to strengthen their skills through professional development, our passion to educate touches people of all levels and all backgrounds.
We strengthen Alberta. From our graduates who hit the ground running, to our partnerships with government, industry, and business, to our commitment to communities, including a dedicated focus on Indigenous communities, we contribute to our province and make it stronger. We strive to be an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis and Inuit people in Canada by leading, supporting, and being an ally through our work toward decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.
And that’s a snapshot of how we are Difference Makers. But there’s so much more to us and we invite you to explore further!
Job Type (EN): Permanent [PRM]
Job Industry (Choose up to 3 industries) (EN): Education, Healthcare and Medical Services
Career Level (EN): Experienced
External Company Name: NORQUEST COLLEGE
Post End Date: 2023/07/25
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