Simulation Instructional Specialist, Jackson

Union University; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Union University in Jackson, Tennessee invites applications for a Simulation Instructional Specialist to support the College of Nursing & Health Sciences. The role involves teaching and leadership in the BSN program, facilitating simulation-based learning, and integrating Christian service with clinical expertise and instructional excellence to prepare competent, compassionate nurses.

Responsibilities include sim lab operations, alignment with course objectives, and contributing to accreditation

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and an unencumbered RN license in Tennessee.
• Three years of RN clinical experience and experience teaching in an undergraduate nursing program.
• Strong teamwork, coaching, communication, and organizational skills; proficient with computers (Office Suite and Google Sheets).

Responsibilities

• Lead simulation-based learning across the undergraduate BSN program.
• Operate high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, and audiovisual systems in the simulation lab.
• Collaborate with nursing faculty to align simulations with course objectives and accreditation standards.
• Conduct pre-briefing and debriefing following INACSL standards; support data collection for accreditation and program evaluation.
• Maintain simulation lab readiness, ordering, cataloging, equipment maintenance, and student documentation.

Job description

Simulation Instructional Specialist, Jackson

Position Title Simulation Instructional Specialist, Jackson

Position Number

Position Number S224PD

Branch

Branch College of Nursing & Health Sciences

Division

Division Nursing - Undergraduate (DIV)

Department

Department Nursing - Undergraduate, Jackson

Location

Location Jackson

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Job Summary

The Simulation Instructional Specialist supports Union University’s mission of providing Christ-centered, excellence-driven nursing education. This dual-role (teaching staff) position provides teaching and leadership within the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, facilitating simulation-based learning across the undergraduate curriculum. This position integrates Christian faith and service with clinical expertise, simulation technology, and instructional excellence to promote learning, and prepare students to be competent, compassionate and practice-ready professional nurses.

About Union University

Founded in 1823, Union University is a private, coeducational liberal arts-based university offering bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, with a total enrollment of about 2,600. The main campus is located in Jackson, Tenn., with additional campuses in Memphis and Hendersonville. A national leader among colleges and universities in promoting a Christian worldview and a Christ-centered approach to education, Union is consistently ranked among the nation’s premier Christian universities.

• Simulation Leadership & Operations
• Develop, implement and evaluate evidence-based simulation experiences that support the curricula and program outcomes.
• Operate high-fidelity manikins, task trainers and audiovisual systems used in the simulation lab.
• Collaborate with nursing faculty to align simulation experiences with course objectives, competency expectations, and accreditation standards.
• Conduct or assist with structured pre-briefing and evidence-based debriefing using recognized best practices including the “ INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation.”
• Maintain simulation lab readiness, including the ordering, cataloging, and preparation of supplies, equipment maintenance, scheduling, and updating electronic medical records for student documentation.
• Support simulation data collection for CCNE accreditation, program evaluation and continuous quality improvement through our Program Improvement Log ( PIL ).
• Provide instruction, including remediation, in skills lab & simulation lab for skills & simulation-based courses within the BSN program, in accordance with course objectives.
• Provide instruction which promotes the development of prioritized clinical judgment, compassionate patient care, safety, and professionalism with Christ-centered service to others.
• Evaluate student performance using consistent, competency-based criteria aligned with program outcomes and NCLEX -RN expectations.
• Assist faculty in incorporating simulation best practices, scenario development, and technology-enhanced learning into their courses.
• Participate in accreditation activities and planning meetings as requested by the Simulation Director and campus nursing chair. Attendance at UU and CONHS meetings are not required but encouraged.
• Encouraged to attain/maintain certifications related to position and complete ongoing professional development related to nursing education and simulation, as required by TNBON

Other Job Duties

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and an unencumbered RN license in the state of Tennessee. Candidates must have clinical expertise (three years RN experience) and experience teaching in an undergraduate nursing program. Strong teamwork skills, coaching, communication, and organizational skills are required, as well as experience with computer software systems (including Microsoft Office Suite and Google Sheets).

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with a Master of Science in Nursing or a willingness to enroll in a graduate nursing program. Also preferred is knowledge of simulation technology, scenario design, and evidence-based educational practices; experience with simulators, virtual reality, or simulation platforms in an academic or professional setting; and familiarity with CCNE accreditation and program evaluation processes. Preference also will be given to applicants with certification in simulation ( CHSE or CHSOS ) or willingness to obtain certification within two years

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).