LVN Nursing Program Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY
As the Program Coordinator for the Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) Program, you will support the planning, coordination, implementation, and daily operations of the program. Working under the direction of the Program Director, you will assist with academic and clinical scheduling, student support, faculty coordination, and clinical partnerships. You will help monitor student attendance, academic progress, and required program documentation while supporting compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements. This role also participates in program evaluation, continuous quality improvement, student retention, and remediation efforts while promoting a professional and positive learning environment aligned with the mission, goals, and educational standards of the institution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist with planning, developing, managing, updating, and evaluating all aspects of the LVN Program.
• Assist with preparing data and written materials for required state and Board reports, proposals, self-studies, surveys, audits, and site visits.
• Assist with the training and onboarding of new faculty and the ongoing professional development of existing faculty.
• Assist with faculty staffing and scheduling to ensure appropriate course and clinical coverage.
• Ensure theory and clinical evaluations are completed by assigned faculty in a timely manner.
• Assist with collecting evaluations from students, clinical site representatives, and faculty following completion of each clinical rotation.
• Assist with strategic planning and assessment of instructional initiatives to support overall program quality.
• Support continuous efforts to improve the quality and effectiveness of instruction.
• Ensure clinical assignments, clinical rotation matrices, and program calendars are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure faculty consistently follow established policies and guidelines related to student clinical rotation experiences.
• Review student learning materials on an ongoing basis.
• Ensure student records are maintained accurately and in accordance with established policies and applicable requirements.
• Submit required program reports and forms to the Program Director in a timely manner.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies, educational practices, and safety regulations.
• Provide advising support and planning assistance to prospective and current students.
• Ensure students complete required documentation and meet applicable requirements for graduation and the state licensing examination.
• Teach theory or clinical courses as needed and within applicable licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with the Program Director, faculty, students, clinical facilities, and school administration to support effective program operations.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director or school administration.

JOB DETAILS
• Pay Rate: $ 67.31 - $ 72.11 per hour 
• Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
• Shift Schedule: AM Shift
• Days Off: Weekend
• Working Days: Monday - Friday 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Current, active California Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing preferred; alternatively, a current, active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license may be considered.
• Minimum of three (3) years of professional nursing experience, preferably including experience in acute care, long-term care, medical-surgical nursing, or other areas relevant to vocational nursing education.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Education, Healthcare Administration, or a closely related field preferred; equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered based on institutional requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of nursing education, vocational nursing programs, clinical education, student support, and academic or clinical coordination.
• Knowledge of applicable California laws, regulations, and standards governing vocational nursing education, including Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT) requirements.
• Knowledge of NCLEX-PN preparation, vocational nursing curriculum requirements, and student progression standards.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple academic, administrative, and clinical activities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other educational, learning management, and student information systems.
• Ability to maintain accurate and confidential student, faculty, and program records.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the Program Director, faculty, students, clinical facilities, and school administration.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods.
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to move throughout classroom, office, and clinical learning environments as needed.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and perform routine physical activities associated with academic and clinical program coordination.
• Fine motor skills with good visual and auditory acuity.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, clinical partners, and other stakeholders in person, electronically, and by telephone.