Experiential Learning Director

Thomas Edison State University • Trenton, NJ

99d • $100,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Reporting to the Dean, W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing and Health Professions, the Experiential Learning Director will be responsible for the oversight of the overall operation of the simulation lab and competency learning experiences for students in the nursing and health professions programs. The Experiential Learning Director is responsible for creating and managing experiential learning that align with institutional goals and academic curricula. The Experiential Learning Director will work closely with mentors, educators, staff, students, and external partners to ensure high-quality, real-world learning experiences that enhance student competencies and career readiness. The Experiential Learning Director provides strategic leadership and assesses the impact of experiential learning opportunities on student outcomes. The Experiential Learning Director will work to create innovative problem-based experiences in a safe clinical learning environment.

Requirements

• A master’s of science in nursing (MSN) is required
• Eligibility for a NJ licensure
• Minimum of three years simulation experience

Nice To Haves

• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) certificate
• A minimum of five years clinical nursing experience
• Experience in healthcare

Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall operation of the simulation laboratory
• Develop strategic plans for simulation-based education and clinical competency learning
• Develop and maintain clinical competency learning curricula and simulation scenarios in accordance with course and program outcomes
• Manage budgets for both simulation lab and clinical competency learning programs
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards for both laboratory and clinical competency experiences
• Track and analyze simulation and clinical competency data
• Maintain and order laboratory and simulation equipment as needed
• Develop standardized patient scenarios
• Maintain and troubleshoot all equipment in simulation laboratory, including EMS/IQ SIM, software, server issues, and simulator issues
• Interface with vendors regarding scheduling and coordination of maintenance and repair of simulators and other equipment including beds, medication administration cart, etc.
• Collaborate with Clinical Learning Director to ensure high quality clinical experiences
• Represent the simulation and clinical competency learning programs in institutional and external partnerships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Master's degree