Faculty - Immersive Simulation Facilitator - College of Nursing

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Tuition discount

401K plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Grand Canyon University in Albuquerque is seeking a Nursing Simulation Faculty member to support the College of Nursing and Healthcare Professionals. The role moves clinical nurses into academia, focusing on scenario design, facilitation, and debriefing within the ABSN program.

The position requires an MSN from an accredited program, an active New Mexico RN license, and at least 2 years in healthcare or simulation education. New Mexico-based with weekday schedule and full benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Active NM RN license.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary educational support for Clinical Simulation Activities.

Education

MSN degree (CCNE/NLNAC/ACEN accredited)

Job description

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University. We have launched an Accelerated BSN program in Albuquerque, join us!Are you looking to shape the nurses of the future? Have you always thought about teaching? Are you prepared to pass on your knowledge to the next generation of Nurses and Healthcare professionals? We may have the opportunity you have been looking for.The College of Nursing and Healthcare Professionals at GCU launched a 16-month ABSN program. We are seeking a Nursing Simulation Faculty member. This position is a good step for nurses looking to move from the clinical setting to academia. GCU has a structured orientation plan that will teach you our model of scenario design, facilitation and debriefing methodology and techniques. The Immersive Simulation Team is devoted to high-quality learner experiences through excellence in simulation pedagogy.Location: 6200 Jefferson St. NE Suite 300, Albuquerque, NMSchedule: Monday thru Friday 7:30am-4:30pmBenefits: Full benefits portfolio including tuition packageTarget Hire Date: November 2, 2026What you will do:Serve as primary educational support for Clinical Simulation Educational ActivitiesProactively coordinate in advance with the Director of Nursing Services to schedule activities and manage equipment and supplies for each activityOversee all training processes and ensures systems and equipment are enabled to meet the learning outcomesLead trial, validation, and evaluation processes for implementation of scenarios as a part of curriculumOrient, coordinate and direct Simulation Technician, actors, volunteers and faculty prior to each scenario experience, facilitation and debriefingCoordinate and assist designated faculty with concurrent and/or retrospective video annotation, data capture and creation of outcome tracking, results and reportsEnsure Faculty & Learners are oriented to capabilities, limitations, safety & proper use of all simulation manikins, trainers, AV, and equipmentManage Clinical Simulation Educational Activity Related Supplies & EquipmentProvide technical and operational support for AV systems, data collection systems, Human Patient Simulator systems, computer systems, and task trainer systemsProvide reports or feedback to didactic faculty on student progress or outcomesOccasionally work evenings and weekends as required by business needsWhat you will need:Master’s degree (MSN) from a CCNE/NLNAC or ACEN accredited programMust have active, current, and unencumbered NM RN licenseTwo years related experience in healthcare, clinical healthcare education, or healthcare simulation educationProvide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon UniversityWhy work at GCU:Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings planGenerous time off plan and 11 paid holidaysPaid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored eventsWe also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program#INDLOPESUP