Nursing Program Simulation Manager

Hocking College; Nelsonville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hocking College in Nelsonville, OH is seeking a Nursing Program Simulation Manager. This key role involves creating and implementing simulation scenarios to enhance nursing education, collaborating with faculty, and evaluating student competencies. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Nursing with current Ohio RN licensure.

Experience in simulation lab teaching is preferred. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to the nursing program's success while ensuring high standards of simulation practice.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio RN licensure is required.
• 1–3 years of experience in simulation and skills lab teaching preferred.
• Required certification in simulation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate faculty using simulation.
• Create and develop simulation lab policies and procedures.
• Assess student nurse skills competency.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related area

Master’s degree in Nursing preferred

Tools

Medical equipment

Audio-visual equipment

Job description

Position

Job Title: Nursing Program Simulation Manager
Location: Nelsonville, OH
Job Id: 965
# of Openings: 1
Salary: Commensurate with experience

Job Purpose

This position serves as the creator, developer, implementer, and consultant for the faculty and students within the simulation environment. The coordinator will collaborate with nursing faculty to meet course objectives and learning outcomes for the students.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate faculty using simulation.
• Create, develop, implement, consult, and debrief with the faculty and the students within the simulation environment.
• Develop, implement, update, and monitor all simulation lab policies, procedures, use, and operation.
• Monitors and schedules the use and movement of simulation lab equipment.
• Develops and implements clinical simulation to meet best practice and accreditation standards.
• Assist faculty to integrate simulation experiences into their nursing curriculum.
• Serve as instructor during simulation scenarios and debriefing periods and other hours as assigned.
• Must be willing to attend manufacturers’ training seminars and become certified as appropriate.
• Assess student nurse skills competency for both remediating and returning students as indicated by faculty and/or nurse program manager.
• Obtain student and faculty feedback following simulation experiences to determine the impact of simulation on the learning process.
• Performs data analysis to evaluate learning and satisfaction with the provision of services.
• Maintains the lab inventory, ensures safe storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Continuously updates and refines simulation experiences based on identified needs and serves as a resource for faculty utilizing simulation in classroom/lab activities.
• Monitors and assures appropriate standards of lab cleanliness, provides for equipment maintenance, repair, and replacement.
• Orients instructors in lab procedures, use of materials, and operation of equipment.
• Oversees simulation lab information and technology support.
• Formulates budget recommendations.
• Ensures a safe and healthy work environment, complies with college health and safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Serves as simulation liaison between the Department of Nursing and exterior community agencies.
• Maintains expertise/competence in the area of simulation by attending necessary conferences/seminars and/or schools as required.
• Ensure student and academic program progression according to nursing and student handbook policies.
• Assist the Nursing PM in compilation of required materials for accreditation.
• Contribute to the overall success of the Department of Nursing.
• Teach no more than one nursing course per semester as needed.
• Provide Student Advising as assigned by Nursing Program Manager.
• Perform other job‐related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. Must be in Nursing or related degree area.
• Current Ohio RN licensure.
• Prior work experience in the clinical setting with 1–3 years of experience in simulation and skills lab teaching is preferred.
• Required to have or obtain certification in simulation.
• Must be able to use and demonstrate various medical equipment, audio–visual equipment.
• Ability to prepare and organize simulation laboratory and demonstration materials.
• Utilize databases to monitor student placements and preceptor information.
• Maintain correspondence of large numbers of students, preceptors, and clinical faculty.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Manage multiple tasks and set priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external clinical partners.
• Ability to act in confidence.
• Knowledge of FERPA and HIPAA.

EEO Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be requested and reviewed according to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).