Clinical Associate II

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of baccalaureate nursing students in approved clinical settings, including hospitals, community settings, and simulation centers.
• Work collaboratively with course faculty to meet clinical course expectations and objectives.
• Demonstrate competence in clinical teaching and provide weekly constructive feedback to students.
• Identify students requiring remediation and collaborate with course coordinators to develop individualized plans.
• Maintain professional standards, patient confidentiality (HIPAA), and student confidentiality (FERPA).
• Participate in debriefing and mentoring during lab and simulation sessions to maximize student learning.
• Document and report issues regarding student illness, injury, safety, attendance, or medication errors.

Requirements

• Master's degree in nursing.
• Minimum of two years of current clinical experience as a practicing Registered Nurse.
• Current unencumbered Alabama RN license.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for Healthcare Workers.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends, on a semester-to-semester basis.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to handle confidential data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in clinical supervision of students.
• Clinical experience in specialty areas such as critical care or behavioral health.

Benefits

• Participation in Samford's 403(b) plan (employer contributions not available for this classification).
• Free tickets to select performances and/or sports events.
• Bookstore discounts and other limited part-time employee benefits.

About the Company

Samford University is a leading institution dedicated to academic excellence and professional development. Our nursing program focuses on preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals through rigorous clinical training and experiential learning.