Description
Clinical Placement Coordinator, School of Nursing
Working Title: Clinical Placement Coordinator, School of Nursing
State Role Title: Administrative and Professional Faculty
Position Type: Administrative & Professional (Non-teaching Faculty)
Position Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: College of Health and Behavioral Studies
Department: 100805 - Fast Flex Nursing Program
Pay Band: N/A
Pay Rate: Commensurate with Experience
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Is this a JMU only position? No
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No
Beginning Review Date: 10/12/2026
About JMU:
Mission
We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives.
Vision
To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world.
Who We Are
Situated in the heart of Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 52,000. Harrisonburg is conveniently located approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA.
JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and supportive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 21,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.
JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master's and doctoral levels. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.
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 our community, drive real-world advancement, and maintain spaces conducive to individual and collective growth. Through education, scholarship, and service, individuals are inspired to make responsible and meaningful contributions to the college, campus, local community, and broader world. Join us in fostering collaboration and innovation as we grow a dynamic college that embodies an atmosphere of belonging, champions excellence, and shares a sense of purpose. James Madison University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a thriving environment where a wide range of perspectives are embraced, and fairness is upheld.
The School of Nursing (SON) aligns with CHBS. As nurses we have a responsibility to act with empathy and cultivate supportive environments. The SON commits to engage with communities, locally and globally, through dynamic and innovative nursing education, practice, and scholarship. We are especially interested in qualified candidates who share our commitment towards building welcoming environments. Consider joining us in achieving our goal of becoming a school that embodies an environment of belonging.
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.
• Recent relevant administrative work experience.
Preferred:
• Master's in Nursing or a related discipline preferred.
• Experience with clinical coordination and special project coordination.
• Experience in higher education administration and operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, proficiency with data management systems, and experience in clinical coordination.
Additional Posting Information:
Contact Lisa Carmines carminlj@jmu.edu Chair, Search Committee, School of Nursing, MSC 4305, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA 22807.
JMU's Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/2OTF1NG.
Conditions of Employment:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: 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.
EEO Statement:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Reasonable Accommodation:
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.jmu.edu/jobs/clinical-placement-coordinator-school-of-nursing-harrisonburg-virginia-united-states
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