Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Nursing Tutor works with a diverse student population, including underserved and at-risk students from the nursing program to facilitate learning of nursing program material, and NCLEX preparation. The Nursing Tutor facilitates and enhances students’ mastery of nursing concepts during in-person and virtual individual and group sessions. This position requires a working knowledge of computer skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite. The Nursing Tutor must possess strong communication and organization skills.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist with the demand for nursing tutor services by facilitating learning as a guide and coach to assist students to become independent learners.

• Integrate effective study learning strategies to maximize students’ potential for success with nursing program content and NCLEX

• Collaborate with nursing faculty and Director of Retention to identify students at-risk and develop retention strategies for nursing students.

• Keep detailed notes and attendance of tutoring services.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)

Education

• Bachelor of Science Nursing (required)
• Maser, Education/Nursing Education (preferred)

Work Experience

• 3 years practicing as a staff Nurse or unit-based educator
• 3+ years of practice as a RN and experiences as a RN Instructor, coach, or tutor (preferred)

Patient Population

Not applicable to this position

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

General office environment.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 5-10 pounds

Skills

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:

• Online teaching learning
• Effective teaching strategies
• Study strategies
• Analyzing data or information
• Scheduling
• Monitor and analyze data
• identify additional resource needed for students.

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Soft/Interpersonal Skills:

• Attention to detail
• Organization
• Critical thinking
• Communication with students, faculty, and staff
• Teamwork
• Highly motivated
• Active listening
• Relationship building
• Self-starter

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com