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James Madison University is hiring a Clinical Placement Coordinator, School of Nursing to join a 12-month Administrative & Professional faculty appointment at the rank of Instructor within the School of Nursing. The coordinator serves as the primary liaison to clinical agency partners, securing placements and managing the compliance requirements that let nursing students train off-campus. The role also owns the affiliation agreements and contracts that keep those partnerships running smoothly.

Highlights

Coordinate student clinical placements and serve as the primary liaison with clinical agency partners
Monitor student clinical eligibility and onboarding, including immunizations, certifications, licensure, background checks, and drug screenings
Maintain compliance records and communicate deadlines to students, faculty, clinical partners, and vendors
Manage clinical affiliation agreements and contracts, tracking renewal timelines with university and agency representatives
Collaborate with School of Nursing leadership, faculty, and external partners to support clinical operations
Bachelor’s degree and recent relevant administrative experience required; a master’s in nursing or a related discipline is preferred
Compensation is commensurate with experience
A relocation support program is available for candidates moving to the area
This is a full-time, on-site role based in Harrisonburg, part of a CCNE-accredited nursing program

Clinical Placement Coordinator, School of Nursing Full Description

Working Title: Clinical Placement Coordinator, School of Nursing

State Role Title: Administrative and Professional Faculty

Pay Rate: Commensurate with Experience

General Information

James Madison University (JMU) School of Nursing invites applications for a 12-month, full-time Administrative & Professional faculty appointment at the rank of Instructor beginning January 10, 2027. The School of Nursing offers CCNE-accredited Baccalaureate, Master’s, and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs. The Clinical Placement Coordinator is responsible for coordinating student clinical placements, managing clinical affiliation agreements and contracts, monitoring compliance requirements, overseeing student clinical eligibility and onboarding requirements, and maintaining partnerships with clinical agencies to support nursing program operations.

The College of Health and Behavioral Studies (CHBS) is committed to shaping a forward-thinking and dynamic environment by refining policies, practices, and processes that strengthen its community and drive real-world advancement. The School of Nursing (SON) aligns with CHBS and commits to engaging with communities, locally and globally, through dynamic and innovative nursing education, practice, and scholarship.

Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinates student clinical placements and serves as the primary liaison with clinical agency partners to secure placement opportunities, facilitate onboarding processes, and support clinical operations
Monitors student clinical eligibility and onboarding requirements to ensure compliance with School of Nursing, university, regulatory, and clinical agency requirements, including immunizations, certifications, licensure, background checks, drug screenings, and agency-specific onboarding processes
Maintains required records and communicates with students, faculty, clinical partners, and vendors regarding compliance status and deadlines
Coordinates placement assignments and clinical schedules, and collaborates with agencies to facilitate student onboarding and site orientation activities
Manages clinical affiliation agreements and contracts, including tracking renewal timelines and coordinating with university and agency representatives to ensure timely execution and uninterrupted access to clinical placement opportunities
Collaborates with School of Nursing leadership, faculty, staff, and external partners to support effective clinical operations and student placement processes

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor’s degree and recent relevant administrative work experience.

Master’s in Nursing or a related discipline preferred
Experience with clinical coordination and special project coordination preferred
Experience in higher education administration and operations preferred
Strong organizational and communication skills, proficiency with data management systems, and experience in clinical coordination preferred

Additional Posting Information

JMU’s Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check. After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States; James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

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Clinical Placement Coordinator, School of Nursing

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Clinical Placement Coordinator, School of Nursing Full Description

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