UNIV-Simulation Coordinator: College of Nursing

Medical University of South Carolina•Charleston, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position in the College of Nursing (CON) Simulation department. The qualified candidate is expected to support the daily operations of the CON Simulation department. This role requires flexible working hours to support simulation delivery responsibilities. A consistent in-person presence is expected on most days. Limited remote work may be available on an intermittent basis after the employee has demonstrated proficiency in the role and when simulation schedules allow.

Requirements

Earned Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (candidates currently enrolled in a graduate program are encouraged to apply).
Unencumbered, active license as a registered nurse in South Carolina or another compact state.
Current BLS certification from American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or the Military Training Network.
Recent (2-3 years) of patient care and/or supervision of students in didactic/clinical settings.
If the candidate does not have an earned Master’s degree and is not currently enrolled in a Master’s program, they must be enrolled in one within 2 years of hire.
Demonstrated ability to be on time, organize and implement learning activities.
Strong time management, organizational and communication skills, with a commitment to scholarship.
Ability to move equipment and supplies between classrooms and floors and assist simulation instructors with setting up equipment.
A record of teaching, scholarship, or practice that merits appointment at the rank of Clinical Instructor.
This is not a remote work position, candidates must relocate to the Charleston area upon hire if they do not live locally.
Ability to maintain a valid drivers license.
Computer literacy.
Ability to work rotating shifts.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

Nice To Haves

The preferred candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Nursing.
Recent experience facilitating and debriefing healthcare simulation is strongly preferred.
Recent experience utilizing instructional technology is preferred.
Interest in obtaining simulation certification in the future is preferred.

Responsibilities

Professional collaboration with faculty, Simulation Center, clinical partners, vendors, and learners to coordinate and manage simulation program planning, including quality improvement initiatives.
Efficiently oversees and coordinates simulation scheduling.
Serves as the first point of contact for day‑to‑day simulation operational needs.
Maintains a timely and active on‑site presence during simulated experiences to support rounding, quality improvement, and faculty needs.
Provides prompt and professional faculty support and emergent facilitator coverage as needed.
Coordinates open lab hours and provides support for VR experiences.
Implements and facilitates innovative simulation teaching strategies and activities.
Will adhere to INACSL Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice.
Supports the teaching mission of the College through clinical and simulation instruction.
Supports interprofessional initiatives, including Simulated Interprofessional Rounding Experience (SIRE) and CON VR Day with the College of Pharmacy.
Supervises students during prebriefing, facilitation, and debriefing across multiple content areas and programs.
Manages simulation lab operations, including maintenance, inventory, equipment purchasing, and supplies.
Collaborates with the simulation assistant to support overall program quality, may include assisting with setup/take down of experiences as needed
Provides remediation and support to strengthen students’ clinical judgment and nursing competencies.