Nursing Simulation Facilitator

Mitchell College•New London, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Mitchell College is conducting a national search for a Nursing Simulation Facilitator to direct the simulation practice portion of the courses in Mitchell College’s 4-year, direct entry bachelor of nursing science (BSN) program. The incumbent’s work includes both simulation program administration, and the development, delivery, and evaluation of high-quality instruction for students in the simulation lab setting. Responsibilities may include facilitating nursing science laboratory and clinical instruction during emergencies and other unforeseen events. Institutional-specific duties are also required.

Requirements

Active, unencumbered registered nurse (RN) license in the state of Connecticut.
Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
Minimum of a Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited program of nursing.
Current certificate in simulation from an accredited organization such as the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL).
At least 2 years of experience in simulation nursing instruction and evaluation methods.
Knowledge of simulation course design.
Familiarity with the accreditation process at institutions of higher learning.
Deep commitment to diversity.
Proven ability to effectively work with culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and students.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Strong information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, and TEAMS.
Experience with learning management systems (LMS) such as Moodle.
Must complete required health indicators such as immunizations (e.g. MMR, chicken pox, influenza, and others required by clinical agencies), titers, and tuberculosis screening at the time of employment.

Nice To Haves

An earned doctorate in nursing such as a Ph.D., DNP, or Ed.D. from an accredited institution of higher learning.
Professional portfolio with demonstrated excellence in scholarship, teaching, and research.
Five or more years of full-time experience in higher education.
Four or more years of experience as a full-time nursing simulation coordinator.
Four or more years of full-time experience with Ability Based Education (ABE).
Peer-reviewed publication in the nursing or interdisciplinary healthcare journals and texts.
Current Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) certification.
Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification.
Current International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL) certification.
Current Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) certification.

Responsibilities

Oversees all aspects of simulation operations at Mitchell College and serves as the primary contact for simulation activities for students, faculty, staff, and external partners.
Conducts annual and periodic maintenance of simulation equipment and facilities.
Orients and supports faculty and staff in simulation principles and activities.
Recommends upgrades based on advancements in simulation education.
Develops an evidence-based simulation policy and procedure manual that is in compliance with state and federal standards.
Develops and manages a simulation budget.
Orders and tracks simulation supplies and reference materials.
Allocates resources in a cost-effective manner.
Completes an annual nursing simulation report.
Facilitates high-quality student simulation instruction across diverse simulation fidelities.
Utilizes nursing informatics and teaching strategies such as debriefing sessions.
Serves as a substitute clinical, laboratory, and simulation lab instructor when faculty emergencies and unforeseen events occur.
Attends and participates in convocation and commencement ceremonies.
Serves on assigned committees and task forces.
Participates in professional, staff, and informational meetings.