Practicum Placement Coordinator

About Chamberlain University

Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations. Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 locations and online post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with six Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Our College of Health Professions offers online options with a Master of Public Health degree, Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree. Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Covista, at www.chamberlain.edu.

There is one very significant way Chamberlain is different than other Universities - Chamberlain Care®. Healthcare education is offered in a culture of service excellence and care in four ways: care for self, care for colleagues, care for patients/clients, care for all. By living Chamberlain Care®, we’ve built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.

Chamberlain Care® is the guiding principle we provide to each other and to our students to help our students achieve their goals, reach their dreams and impact healthcare at a national level.
If you're ready to live Chamberlain Care®, we invite you to apply today!

We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Empower the next generation of healthcare leaders – and have fun doing it!

Are you organized, a strong communicator, and excited about helping others succeed? This is a great opportunity to start your career in education. In this role, you’ll gain valuable experience working with students, faculty, and clinical partners, while developing skills in problem-solving, relationship building, and project coordination.

As a Practicum Placement Coordinator, you’ll be part of a supportive team helping students navigate their clinical and practicum placements. Bring your enthusiasm, attention to detail, and willingness to jump in and support students on their journey.

You’ll be a key player in making sure students feel supported, placements run smoothly, and our academic programs deliver outstanding real-world learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Be the go-to expert on Chamberlain’s programs so you can guide students confidently through their real-world learning experiences.
• Keep things running smoothly by organizing, tracking, and reporting placement details—so students are always in the right place at the right time.
• Review and approve clinical sites and preceptors, using your sharp eye for quality—and loop in the academic team when needed.
• Help students tackle roadblocks with confidence by coaching them through challenges and pointing them toward the right resources.
• Team up with colleagues across departments to create a seamless, supportive experience that students can count on.
• Listen, problem-solve, and help students feel heard and supported—because you’re great with people and calm under pressure.
• Share what you know! Offer helpful tips, support, and best practices to your peers so everyone levels up together.
• Lead by example by living out our TEACH values and helping create a caring, student-first culture every day.
• Handle placement paperwork and approvals like a pro, working closely with partners and internal teams.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with partners and preceptors—because student success starts with great connections.
• Take charge of affiliation agreements and support documents to make sure students have access to top-notch learning experiences.
• Be flexible and ready to jump in where needed—you’re a team player who gets things done.
• Follow our policies and standards to help us stay consistent, compliant, and high-performing.

• Working Location: 2601 Navistar Drive, Lisle, IL 60532

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• 3 years of customer service or related experience Preferred and
• Experience with healthcare education Preferred and
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills Required
• Ability to work independently as well as function as a part of a team
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are required,
• Attention to detail and mental concentration are necessary for accurately performing tasks;
• ability to adapt to change and balance competing priorities
• Ability to work a variety of office hours including occasional evenings and weekends
• Minimal travel may be required

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $21.83 and $28.85. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

Covista offers a robust suite of benefits including:

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
• 15 Days of Paid Vacation Days each Calendar Year
• 12 Paid Holidays + 2 floating holidays
  
  
  
   

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation