Description: Job Description Summary: The Alumni Nurse (AN) tutor serves as a tutor to designated Samuel Merritt University BSN or ELMSN pre-licensure students in the Nursing Workforce Diversity (NWD) program. The AN tutors will meet & tutor students weekly during the academic year 1:1 or in small groups via email, phone, &/or face-to-face, &/or other technologies that facilitate online meetings… for the purposes of tutoring. The AN tutors will collaborate with the departments of Academic Support & the School of Nursing to ensure that the project’s needs are being fulfilled. Preference is given to AN Tutors who were previously peer tutors, TAs, or NFTs in scholars programs. Position(s) is designated as hourly, non-benefited employment. Rate: $30/hr., not to exceed 20 hours/week. Length of employment is variable, based on HRSA grant funding. Duties and Responsibilities: Tutors are designated to work with active NWD students/scholars throughout the academic year based upon student need for a minimum of 4 hours per week to clarify course content, remediate nursing skills, and review preparation skills (e.g., math skills, study skills, test-taking skills, etc.). Hours may be scheduled during the day, in the evenings, or on weekends. 85-95% Collaborate with the departments of Academic Support & Collge of Nursing 5-10% Other duties as assigned Skills and Abilities Excellent communication skills. Ability to use the computer, & social networking media as needed. Must have access to a computer, phone, & email. AN tutors must comply with the same tutoring requirements as student tutors and participate in a Tutor Training Seminar taught by the Academic Support Coordinator. Essential are good organizational skills & the ability to document and follow through with tutorial commitments. Experience in higher education administrative role. Highly desired Skills in writing concise, logical & grammatically correct materials including mastery in editing documents. Education and/or Experience Must have graduated from Samuel Merritt University School of Nursing & shown success in academic achievement as determined by the College of Nursing & the Office of Academic Disability Support Services. The University has an institution-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to build a welcoming and supportive campus environment and acknowledge that diversity is an educational imperative to achieve excellence. Employee Status: Regular Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Time Type: Part time Job Shift: Pay Range: $21.55 -$26.94 Samuel Merritt University currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not limited to qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant skills. SMU is a health sciences institution offering high-quality instruction, outstanding faculty, and state-of-the-art facilities. We have a deep commitment and proven track record of preparing professionals to address today’s healthcare needs. Our Mission We educate students to become highly skilled and compassionate healthcare professionals who positively transform the experience of care in diverse communities. Our Vision Samuel Merritt University will become nationally recognized as a premier, multi-specialty health sciences institution. Expert faculty and staff will shape an inclusive learning environment where all students experience best teaching practices and state-of-the-art learning approaches. The University will select and support students who will flourish in the rigorous academic programs, learn to practice expertly, and pass licensure or certifications examinations on their first attempt. Our Philosophy of Teaching and Learning We see faculty and students as partners in the teaching and learning process. Our programs, curricula, and courses are designed to encourage active, experiential learning as well as collegial, scholarly, and effective communications. We believe that clinical and practical applications, including interprofessional education, provide a critical foundation for learning in the health professions. SMU graduates use sound reasoning, evidence-based care, and clinical expertise to respond to the needs of the people they serve. Community and Diversity We’re more than a top health professions university. SMU is committed to training students in the importance of social determinants of health and how to care for patients from diverse backgrounds with integrity and compassion. Our Values If you’re interested in transforming the care experience in diverse communities, SMU could be the place for you. SMU students learn to advance health equity and make a lasting impact on individuals’ health and community well-being. At the core of our educational values are hands-on, experiential learning; the promotion of diversity and inclusion; and community-service outreach, locally and globally. We embrace: A learning environment where we challenge ourselves and our students to think critically, seek mastery, and act compassionately A collegial environment where we are fair, respectful, and behave with integrity A collaborative environment where we partner with one another and with others in the community An innovative environment where we take reasoned risks and move nimbly A results-oriented environment where we provide and expect exceptional performance and service The Employee Polygraph Protection Act prohibits most private employers from using lie detector tests either for pre-employment screening or during the course of employment. Details can be found on our website at: https://www.samuelmerritt.edu/employee-polygraph-protection-act
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