Nursing Education & Simulation Specialist

Covista•Nashville, TN

2d•$49,199 - $86,254•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Education & Simulation Specialist supports clinical skills laboratory and simulation learning experiences for BSN students in collaboration with academic partners, faculty, and staff. The role assists with developing and implementing clinically based simulation scenarios, including use of high-fidelity patient simulators, to strengthen clinical judgment, patient management, critical thinking, patient safety, and quality of care. Using evidence-based simulation methods in an in-person learning environment, the Specialist creates realistic learning experiences that prepare students for clinical practice. The Specialist also provides individualized and small-group academic support, assesses learning needs, develops remediation strategies, and delivers coaching to promote student success, retention, progression, and NCLEX-RN readiness. The role collaborates with faculty on simulation design and debriefing, supports laboratory operations and equipment, and helps ensure activities align with program outcomes, accreditation standards, and nursing education best practices. New hires receive comprehensive onboarding and training aligned with INACSL Standards of Best Practice. This is a 100% onsite position. Occasional evening and weekend hours are required to support student learning, laboratory operations, and simulation activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN).
Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license.
BLS Provider certification; BLS Instructor certification is preferred or may be required within a designated timeframe.
Minimum of 1–3 years of clinical nursing experience.
Demonstrated ability to provide academic coaching, remediation, tutoring, and student support to promote retention, progression, and NCLEX-RN readiness.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills for engaging students, faculty, and academic partners in individual and group settings.
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with people from diverse academic, cultural, and professional backgrounds.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and ability to learn simulation technologies and educational software.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced academic environment.
Ability to work collaboratively on a multidisciplinary team while supporting a positive, student-centered learning environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Nursing (MSN), Nursing Education, or a related field.
BLS Instructor certification, if not already held; may be required within a designated timeframe.
ACLS and/or PALS certification.
Experience in Medical-Surgical, Emergency Department/Emergency Room, Critical Care, Progressive Care, Telemetry, or other acute care settings.
Experience in nursing education, clinical instruction, skills laboratory, simulation, student support services, or as a preceptor, mentor, or tutor.
Experience facilitating simulation-based education and/or clinical learning experiences, including use of high-fidelity patient simulators.
Knowledge of simulation design, facilitation, debriefing, and evaluation principles; familiarity with INACSL Standards of Best Practice.

Responsibilities

Facilitate clinical skills laboratory and simulation-based learning experiences for BSN students, including laboratory preparation, equipment maintenance, supply management, and simulation setup and breakdown.
Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating clinically based simulation scenarios, including use of high-fidelity patient simulators; collaborate with faculty on simulation design, facilitation, debriefing, and evaluation.
Coordinate and supervise clinical skills laboratory and simulation experiences so students can meet course and program learning outcomes.
Provide individualized and small-group academic coaching, tutoring, and remediation to support student success, retention, progression, and NCLEX-RN readiness.
Assess student learning needs and develop targeted remediation plans and strategies to improve academic and clinical performance.
Maintain current knowledge of nursing practice, clinical education, simulation methodologies, and NCLEX-RN testing standards.
Staff and oversee open laboratory sessions, guiding students and providing feedback as they practice and remediate technical nursing skills.
Monitor, document, and communicate student academic and clinical progress to faculty and academic leadership as appropriate.
Participate in outreach and intervention efforts for students identified as academically at risk.
Support simulation laboratory operations, equipment, technology, and supplies to maintain a safe, effective, and realistic learning environment.
Provide professional, student-centered service to students, faculty, staff, and external partners through effective communication and collaboration.
Participate in ongoing professional development, including training aligned with INACSL Standards of Best Practice.
Comply with institutional policies, procedures, and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.