Nursing Student Success Facilitator

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The USF Health College of Nursing is one of 14 colleges at the University of South Florida and one of four that make up USF Health. As a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, USF is designated by the Carnegie Foundation as both a Research 1 and a Community-Engaged institution-reflecting its commitment to excellence in education, research, and service.

Nationally recognized as a leader in nursing education and research, the College of Nursing serves more than 2,000 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students each year. For the fourth consecutive year, our Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program has been ranked No. 1 among Florida's public universities by U.S. News & World Report -rising to No. 23 in the nation in 2025.

As an integral part of USF Health, the College of Nursing is guided by a mission grounded in excellence, innovation, and respect. We are dedicated to educating future nurses, advancing nursing science, and applying evidence-based practice to improve health outcomes and community well-being.

Position Summary

The Nursing Student Success Facilitator serves as a primary academic support resource for prelicensure nursing students, including but not limited to Freshman Nursing Pathway (FNR) students. The Facilitator addresses barriers to academic success by working both proactively and reactively with students, faculty, and university support services to ensure a coordinated and well supported student experience.

This role is central to promoting recruitment, retention, persistence, academic progression, and NCLEX success through collaborative efforts with faculty and the Director of NCLEX Success. A primary focus of the role includes providing structured academic coaching and NCLEX readiness support. The position requires the ability to travel to all USF campuses as needed. The Nursing Student Success Facilitator reports directly to the Director of NCLEX Success.Bachelor's degree in Nursing and two years of relevant work experience in an academic setting

Unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of FloridaWorking at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
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The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.Responsibilities

30% - Academic Success Coaching & Remediation

• Coordinate with the Director of NCLEX Success to conduct gap analyses, develop individualized success plans, monitor student progress, and document coaching activities.
• Engage students in early identification, intervention, remediation, and evidence-based academic success strategies to support retention, progression, and NCLEX outcomes.
• Meet 1:1 and/or in groups with students requiring remediation due to low performance on course examinations and/or standardized assessments to provide structured support and follow up.
• Maintain ongoing communication and monitor academic performance to identify challenges early.
• Refer students to appropriate academic and support resources (tutoring, advising, counseling, etc.) and collaborate with faculty, academic advisors, and the Director of NCLEX Success to accelerate academic improvement.
• Collaborate with faculty to ensure awareness of university- and college-level academic support services.
• Promote and support initiatives that prepare nursing students for the NCLEX exam.
• Support students in interpreting standardized assessment data (e.g., ATI or other NCLEX predictors) and developing remediation plans aligned with the NCLEX RN Blueprint and clinical judgement expectations.

25% - Student Support, Coaching, & Collaboration

• Work proactively and responsively with students, faculty, and support resources to provide a coordinated student experience across all USF campuses.
• Assist students in developing essential academic skills such as goal setting, learning strategies, time management, organization, and test-taking strategies.
• Encourage student accountability and proactive engagement in academic and NCLEX preparation activities.
• Evaluate student success strategies and initiative outcomes to inform improvements.
• Support recruitment, retention, persistence, and achievement goals through collaboration with faculty and the Director of NCLEX Success.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of college and university academic programs, policies, institutional procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations.

25% - Data Monitoring, Reporting, & Student Outreach

• Monitor, review, and analyze faculty intervention data and student participation in remediation, academic success services, and retention initiatives.
• Identify trends in student risk factors and escalate concerns to the Director of NCLEX Success to inform targeted outreach and remediation prioritization.
• Prepare detailed progress reports, including student interactions, success plans, and progress for the Director of NCLEX Success.
• Facilitate student success check-ins and coaching sessions.
• Conduct proactive outreach and respond promptly to student questions, concerns, and academic needs.
• Encourage student self-regulation, accountability, and ownership of academic performance.

15% - Academic Support Programming

• Develop and facilitate academic workshops, supplemental instruction sessions, academic coaching, and group study opportunities as needed, including programming that supports NCLEX readiness and clinical judgment development.
• Protect the confidentiality of all student information and ensure compliance with university policies and FERPA requirements.

5% - Other Duties

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.