Administration (70%)

NCLEX Success Strategy and Program Oversight

• Leads development and implementation of comprehensive NCLEX readiness strategy across BSN programs
• Establishes structured NCLEX preparation pathways from program entry through graduation
• Oversees implementation of standardized testing strategies (HESI or equivalent)
• Develops structured remediation frameworks aligned with student performance data
• Monitors national trends in NCLEX testing and integrates best practices into program strategy
• Ensures alignment between NCLEX preparation efforts and program outcomes

Student Success Infrastructure

• Oversees NCLEX Success Coaches and coordinates student academic support related to licensure readiness
• Develops early identification processes for academically at-risk students
• Implements individualized NCLEX readiness plans for identified students
• Coordinates NCLEX preparation workshops, boot camps, and review programs
• Supports repeat test-takers and graduates preparing for NCLEX

Data Monitoring and Continuous Improvement

• Monitors NCLEX performance data, predictive exam results, and course outcomes
• Develops dashboards to track student readiness indicators
• Provides regular reports to College leadership
• Identifies trends impacting pass rates and recommends corrective actions
• Participates in continuous improvement planning related to licensure outcomes

Faculty Collaboration

• Works with course faculty to integrate NCLEX preparation strategies into curriculum
• Guides test blueprint alignment and question writing
• Partners with faculty to support remediation planning
• Supports faculty development related to NCLEX preparation strategies
• Collaborates with curriculum committees regarding readiness initiatives

Accreditation and Regulatory Support

• Supports preparation of NCLEX data for BRN, CCNE, and WSCUC reporting
• Assists with program review documentation related to licensure outcomes
• Contributes to continuous improvement reporting processes
• Ensures NCLEX success initiatives align with accreditation expectations

Supervision

• Directly supervises NCLEX Success Coaches
• Establishes expectations, performance goals, and evaluation processes
• Coordinates workload and student assignments
• Provides coaching and professional development support
• Conducts performance evaluations

Teaching and Student Engagement (20%)

• May facilitate 1:1 or 1-to-many reviews related to NCLEX preparation or student success
• Facilitates NCLEX readiness seminars and workshops
• Provides group and individual student advising related to licensure preparation
• Supports students in development of study plans and testing strategies
• Collaborates with faculty regarding student progression concerns

Service (10%)

• Participates in College of Nursing committees related to student success
• Participates in faculty organization and college meetings as appropriate
• Supports university student success initiatives
• Represents the College in student success and licensure readiness initiatives
• Participates in professional organizations related to nursing education

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Nursing required; doctoral degree in Nursing, Education, or a related field preferred.
• Active, unencumbered RN license and eligibility for faculty appointment at the Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank, as applicable.
• Minimum five years of experience in prelicensure nursing education, including progressively responsible academic or program leadership experience.
• Minimum three years of leadership, program coordination, or administrative experience within nursing education, student success, academic affairs, or a related area.
• Demonstrated experience developing or leading NCLEX preparation, academic remediation, progression, or student success initiatives.
• Experience using standardized testing and assessment platforms such as HESI, ATI, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze student performance, assessment, and outcomes data and translate findings into measurable improvement strategies.
• Experience collaborating with faculty and academic leadership to implement program-wide initiatives and improve student outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities, projects, and stakeholders across an academic program or institution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Nursing, Education, or a related field.
• Experience leading institution- or program-level initiatives focused on NCLEX performance, student progression, retention, or academic success.
• Demonstrated record of improving NCLEX pass rates or other measurable student outcomes.
• Experience developing or administering progression, remediation, and academic success policies.
• NCLEX item-writing, test-development, or assessment experience.
• Experience supervising, coaching, or providing functional leadership to professional staff and/or faculty.
• Experience managing budgets, vendors, technology platforms, or other resources associated with student success programs.
• Experience working across multiple nursing programs, campuses, or academic departments.
• Knowledge of nursing accreditation, regulatory, and compliance requirements as they relate to student progression and licensure outcomes.