Simulation Coordinator & Nurse Educator/Nurse Educator Associate

Umpqua Community College•Roseburg, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Help shape the future of nursing in Douglas County. Umpqua Community College is growing its healthcare education opportunities and we’re looking for a Simulation Coordinator & Nurse Educator/Nurse Educator Associate to be part of what’s next. As UCC builds a new medical career hub designed to connect students with education, training, and pathways into high-demand healthcare careers, this is an exciting time to join our Nursing program. As a Nursing Faculty member, you’ll bring your clinical expertise into the classroom, simulation lab, and clinical setting while helping students develop the knowledge and hands-on skills they need to succeed. If you’re an experienced RN who enjoys mentoring and preparing the next generation of nurses, we’d love to have you contribute to the growth of nursing education at UCC.

Requirements

Hold at least a baccalaureate degree in nursing.
Have the equivalent of a minimum of two years of full-time patient care experience at the registered nurse level.
Document competency in teaching through experience, educational preparation, or continuing education.
Current and unencumbered Oregon RN license.
Maintain current knowledge of nursing practice for the registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, and nursing assistant.
Be academically and experientially qualified for the level of appointment.
Successful completion of a criminal history clearance.
Successful completion of healthcare drug screening.
Current Healthcare Provider BLS card by start date.
Immunizations and health screenings as outlined by the Oregon Health Authority
Proficiency with instructional and industry technology within 6 months (i.e., word processing, e-mail, learning management system, digital and social media, zoom and other online meeting platforms).

Nice To Haves

Hold at least a master's degree in nursing or a baccalaureate degree in nursing and master's or doctoral degree in a related field with relevant teaching and nursing experience related to the teaching assignment.
Have the equivalent of a minimum of three years of full-time patient care experience at the registered nurse level.

Responsibilities

Teach course-load as assigned using appropriate methodologies and discipline area expertise.
Use Canvas effectively (the UCC LMS) for all credit courses to include: Use of canvas grade book, Posting of syllabus, Posting of course materials, Posting of learning support materials that lead to student success may include but are not limited to recorded lectures, discussion boards, Open Educational Resources, announcements, and academic and student support information.
Facilitate student achievement of course, program, and institutional learning outcomes established by UCC
Continuously improve course and program curriculum, informed by student learning outcome data
Complete all academic assessment, data analysis, and curricular improvement reporting as required
Develop rapport with students that is professional and encourages teacher/learner communication in support of achieving expected learning outcomes
Remain current with technological and pedagogical advances that promote continuous improvement of teaching and learning
Participate fully in one's own performance review, evaluation, and plans for professional growth in support of student learning
Comply with all department guidelines and college policies
Support the mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of the College, using the governance structure of the institution to enact change where appropriate
Maintain any required professional certification or licensure in the appropriate academic or technical discipline
Maintain and publicly post office hours
Certify student attendance in classes by the established deadline for financial aid purposes
Use the Early Alert System with consistency
Submit mid-term and/or final grades by the deadline established by the Records and Registration department
Participate in orientation and recruiting activities as is reasonable.
Attend and participate in program, discipline, in-service, and campus meetings
Meet yearly with supervisor to review the year and set goals
Establish and apply the use of simulation to align with course and program outcomes.
Establish, maintain, and evaluate all on-campus clinical and simulation activities using best-practice and national simulation standards.
Partner with Course Leads, Simulation and Media Technician, and Clinical Instructors to manage the overall day-to-day operations of the simulation skills center.
Demonstrate professional, legal, and ethical behavior in nursing practice.
Provide support for students to meet all course outcomes and competencies.
Participate in Oregon Consortium for Nursing Education committees and/or task forces.
Follow all Oregon State Board of Nursing requirements for Nursing Faculty as outlined in Division 21, 45, 61, 62, 63.
Follow all Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing requirements for Nursing Faculty.
Serving on campus and college-wide committees
Representing the discipline on state, national, and international levels
Participating in relevant projects with administrative approval
Mentoring peers
Assisting with assessment activities (e.g., develop learning outcomes and assessment projects for new courses, disciplines, and programs)
Assisting with internal program reviews in disciplines other than your own
Advising student organizations
Participating in recruiting/retention activities
Any other duties as outlined in the faculty contract agreement
Report to the appropriate Dean or designee and are expected to behave with a high level of professionalism and teamwork in order to cooperate with other faculty, work with student services personnel in advisement of students, work with any external partners and work cooperatively with academic services, student services, and administrative services personnel.