Clinical Simulation & Facilitation Officer, IHNA

Institute of Health and Nursing Australia; Parramatta; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IHNA's School of Nursing in Parramatta invites a Clinical Simulation & Facilitation Officer to drive high-quality simulation-based learning, coordinate laboratories and support clinical skills development. You will partner with course coordinators and industry to enhance placements and student readiness.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor of Nursing with current AHPRA registration, a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, and proven experience in simulation facilitation and industry

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing or higher qualification in Nursing.
• Current and unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or TAE40116).
• Demonstrated experience in clinical facilitation, simulation-based learning.
• Understanding of VET regulatory requirements (ASQA).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate practical clinical skills sessions and simulation-based learning.
• Support students in developing clinical competencies and confidence.
• Supervise students during practical activities and clinical placements.
• Coordinate and maintain simulation and laboratory facilities and records.
• Build and sustain industry partnerships and coordinate engagement activities.
• Ensure compliance with ASQA, ANMAC and nursing accreditation standards.
• Contribute to professional development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Stakeholder engagement

Clinical simulation design

Industry engagement

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

AHPRA RN registration

TAE (Certificate IV)

Job description

Clinical Simulation & Facilitation Officer, IHNA

Institute of Health and Nursing Australia – Parramatta NSW

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About the Role:

The Institute of Health and Nursing Australia (IHNA) is seeking an experienced and proactive healthcare professional to join our School of Nursing in a blended role focusing on clinical simulation, practical laboratory coordination, clinical facilitation and industry engagement.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high-quality simulation and practical learning environments, facilitating clinical skills development, coordinating laboratory operations and building strong relationships with healthcare industry partners.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Clinical Facilitation & Student Support

Facilitate practical clinical skills sessions, demonstrations and simulation-based learning activities.

Support students in developing clinical competencies, critical thinking and confidence in applying nursing procedures.

Supervise and guide students during practical and clinical skills activities.

Provide constructive feedback to students on their practical performance and clinical competencies.

Support the coordination and supervision of clinical placements in collaboration with Course Coordinators and placement teams.

2. Simulation & Laboratory Management

Coordinate and maintain simulation and practical skills laboratories, ensuring equipment and resources are readily available.

Liaise with Course Coordinators to establish and communicate laboratory session timetables.

Maintain laboratory documentation, including attendance registers and equipment/inventory records.

Oversee the preparation, cleaning, maintenance and general hygiene of simulation and practical skills laboratories.

Coordinate procurement, inventory management and supplier arrangements within allocated budgets.

Collaborate with academic staff to ensure simulation scenarios align with curriculum objectives and practical learning outcomes.

Monitor consumable usage and implement strategies to minimise stock wastage.

Troubleshoot basic simulation equipment issues and coordinate maintenance and repairs when required.

3. Industry Engagement & Facilitation

Develop and maintain professional relationships with healthcare providers, hospitals and other industry stakeholders.

Coordinate industry engagement initiatives, including guest presentations, industry-led workshops, clinical demonstrations and professional development sessions.

Facilitate collaboration between IHNA and industry partners to strengthen students' exposure to contemporary healthcare practices.

Identify opportunities for industry collaboration, student engagement and work-readiness initiatives.

Coordinate industry visits, networking opportunities and relevant engagement activities.

Maintain records of industry engagement activities and evaluate their effectiveness.

4. Compliance & Professional Development

Ensure clinical facilitation, simulation and laboratory activities comply with relevant ASQA, ANMAC and other applicable regulatory requirements.

Maintain current nursing registration and evidence of ongoing clinical and vocational industry currency.

Participate in relevant professional development activities and maintain supporting records.

Contribute to continuous improvement, quality assurance and compliance initiatives within the School of Nursing.

Bachelor of Nursing or higher qualification in Nursing.

Current and unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or TAE40116), or an equivalent accepted training and assessment qualification.

Demonstrated experience in clinical facilitation, simulation-based learning or a relevant healthcare environment.

Current and demonstrable industry currency, including ongoing engagement with contemporary nursing and clinical practices.

Ability to maintain vocational competency and professional currency relevant to the qualifications being supported.

Understanding of VET regulatory requirements, including ASQA standards and relevant nursing accreditation requirements.

Strong communication, interpersonal, organisational and stakeholder engagement skills.

Experience in clinical simulation and practical laboratory coordination.

Experience designing and facilitating clinical simulation scenarios.

Established relationships with healthcare providers and clinical placement partners.

Experience coordinating industry engagement activities and industry-led initiatives.

Familiarity with simulation technologies and healthcare training equipment.

What we are looking for:

We are seeking a proactive, collaborative and student-focused nursing professional who can effectively manage simulation laboratory operations, facilitate practical clinical learning and develop meaningful industry partnerships.

The ideal candidate will bring together clinical expertise, strong organisational capabilities and industry connections to enhance students' practical learning experiences and strengthen IHNA's engagement with the healthcare sector.

All recruitment, selection and promotion decisions will be based on the best qualified and experienced candidate who can meet the genuine occupational requirements of this position. HCI provides equal opportunity in employment to all people without discrimination or harassment based on a personal characteristic protected under the Equal Opportunity Act. Indigenous Australians are also encouraged to apply for the position.