Nursing Simulation Lab Director

Arizona College of Nursing; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) with company match

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Arizona College of Nursing seeks a Nursing Lab Manager to oversee high-fidelity simulation labs across the campus, ensuring alignment with program goals and accreditation standards. You will lead the design, execution, and evaluation of simulation activities, mentor faculty, and manage equipment procurement and maintenance.

You will also guide debriefing best practices, educate students on safety procedures, and collaborate with administration to advance simulation-based education across the

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing required; doctorate preferred.
• Current, unencumbered state RN license or enhanced compact for the teaching location.
• Current Certification in Simulation Education or obtained within two years of hire.
• Minimum of two years’ experience teaching in a registered nursing program at college or university.
• Three years’ experience in direct patient care preferred.
• Three years’ supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Experience programming and pre-programming patient simulators; basic troubleshooting and maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with audio/visual equipment and control software.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, implements, and evaluates high-fidelity simulation lab sessions per standards.
• Maintains familiarity with program and course objectives and aligns activities accordingly.
• Enforces policies and procedures of Arizona College of Nursing.
• Implements best practices for facilitating and debriefing simulation experiences.
• Educates students on proper hazardous waste disposal procedures with Nursing Lab Specialist.
• Ensures simulation experiences are documented and evaluated (scenarios, prep, etc.).
• Assists in developing metrics and assessment tools for program evaluation.
• Institutes continuous quality improvement for the simulation program.
• Mentors faculty, clinicians, and staff in simulation curriculum design and pedagogy.
• Oversees procurement and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Supports delivery of simulation experiences (AV, equipment operation, moulage, etc.).
• Supports accreditation preparation and engagement with external bodies.

Job description

Arizona College of Nursing seeks a Nursing Lab Manager to oversee high-fidelity simulation labs across the campus, ensuring alignment with program goals and accreditation standards. You will lead the design, execution, and evaluation of simulation activities, mentor faculty, and manage equipment procurement and maintenance.

You will also guide debriefing best practices, educate students on safety procedures, and collaborate with administration to advance simulation-based education across the