Full-Time Faculty - Nursing Simulation and Laboratory Coordinator

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pet Insurance

401k employer match

Employee & dependent life insurance

Great tuition benefits for employee,Sp

PTO program

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Goodwin University seeks a Simulation Lab Coordinator to design, implement, and evaluate simulation-based learning experiences for nursing students and healthcare professionals. The role merges nursing practice with instructional design and simulation tech to bridge theory and clinical practice through immersive scenarios.

Responsibilities include designing realistic simulations, facilitating sessions, operating equipment, and mentoring faculty in simulation-based pedagogy while maintaining

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution credentialed to teach in the School of Nursing.
• Three years of collegiate teaching and/or simulation experience.
• Active CT RN licensure.
• Proficiency in operating simulation equipment and technology.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with program director and nursing faculty to integrate simulation-based learning into the nursing curriculum.
• Design and develop realistic and scenario-based simulations aligned with objectives and competencies.
• Facilitate and manage simulation sessions, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Operate simulation equipment and technology to create authentic healthcare scenarios.
• Provide guidance and support to learners during simulation activities.
• Train and mentor faculty in simulation-based teaching and learning methodologies.
• Implement assessment tools to measure effectiveness of simulation-based learning experiences.
• Evaluate learner performance during simulations and provide constructive feedback.
• Analyze data to continuously enhance the quality of simulation programs.
• Ensure compliance with best practices and accreditation requirements in simulation education.

Skills

Diversity & inclusion

Simulation knowledge

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

Simulation equipment

Job description

The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diversestudent population in a dynamic environment that aligns education,commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study preparestudents for professional careers while promoting lifelong learningand civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, wechallenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fullyrealize their highest academic, professional, and personalpotential.

The Simulation Lab Coordinator is responsible for designing,implementing, and evaluating simulation-based learning experiencesfor nursing students and healthcare professionals. This rolecombines expertise in nursing practice with instructional designand simulation technology to enhance the education and training ofindividuals in the healthcare field. The Simulation Lab Coordinatorplays a crucial role in bridging the gap between theory andclinical practice through immersive and realistic simulationscenarios. This person will use their simulation methodologyexperience to create a vision for simulation at Goodwin Universityacross nursing schools.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities :

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intendedonly as illustrations of the several types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Collaborate with program director and nursing faculty to integratesimulation-based learning into the nursing curriculum

• Design and develop realistic and scenario-based simulationsthat align with learning objectives and clinical competencies.
• Facilitate and manage simulation sessions, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Operate simulation equipment and technology to create authentic healthcare scenarios.
• Provide guidance and support to learners during simulationactivities.
• Conduct orientation sessions for faculty (clinical anddidactic), staff, and students on the effective use of simulationequipment and resources.
• Train and mentor faculty in simulation-based teaching andlearning methodologies.
• Implement assessment tools to measure the effectiveness of simulation-based learning experiences.
• Evaluate learner performance during simulations and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
• Analyze data to continuously enhance the quality of simulationprograms.
• Ensure compliance with best practices, industry standards, and accreditation requirements in simulation education.
• Regularly update and maintain simulation equipment to ensure functionality and realism.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay abreast of advancements in nursing practice, education, and simulationtechnology.

Other Functions

• Performs similar, or related work as required, directed or asthe situation dictates.
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a teameffort.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill :

• Demonstrated commitment to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and work in an environment in which all members of theUniversity community are treated with respect and dignity.
• Previous experience in simulation preferred. Knowledge of multiple healthcare disciplines is a plus.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications :

Education, Training, and Experience :

• Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution credentialed to teach in the School of Nursing
• Three years of collegiate teaching and or simulationexperience
• Active CT RN licensure
• Proficiency in operating simulation equipment and technology

Preferred Qualifications

• Credentialed as CSHE (certified simulation health educator) or other simulation certifications.

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401k employer match
• Employee & dependent life insurance
• Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse &dependents
• PTO program
• Flexible work schedules

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and the employee. It is usedas a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by theUniversity as the needs of the University and requirements of thejob change.)