Simulation Service Line Nurse Educator

Atrium Health; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 60,821 - 91,266; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Concord, NC is seeking a Simulation Service Line Nurse Educator with a Master's degree and RN licensure to lead simulation-based education across facilities. The role combines clinical expertise, education, and system thinking to advance patient care and staff development.

The educator will develop and evaluate simulation curricula, mentor educators, and promote evidence-based practice while coordinating with multiple sites in the Charlotte area.

Qualifications

• Master's in Nursing Education or Health Care Administration required.
• Current RN license to practice required.
• Two years teaching experience preferred; minimum three years RN clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops a systematic education plan for simulation implementation and evaluates simulation programs.
• Synthesizes literature to design educational interventions for learners and promote evidence-based practice.
• Provides educational consultation across the continuum in simulation for various learner groups.
• Assesses learning styles and creates programs based on population assessment.
• Conducts annual needs assessment and analyzes priorities.

Skills

Adult learning principles

Curriculum development

Program evaluation

Education planning

Education

Master's in Nursing Education

Master's in Health Care Administration

RN license

Tools

Microsoft Office

AV equipment

Job description

Simulation Service Line Nurse Educator

Full time. Hours per week: 40. Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, occasional evening and Saturdays.

Pay Range

$44.15 - $66.25

Job Summary

Master's prepared nurse who applies clinical expertise in evidence-based nursing practice within a simulation education in the following roles: clinical expert, educator, system thinker, change agent, and innovator. This position will support simulation at Cabarrus College of Health Sciences in Concord, NC and various locations around the Charlotte area.

Essential Functions

• Develops a systematic education plan for simulation implementation and evaluates overall simulation programs in response to patient and healthcare trends, regulatory requirements, and strategic priorities of the organization.
• Synthesizes simulation literature and research findings to design educational interventions for selected user groups and promotes staffs' knowledge and skill in research and evidence-based process and the application of these findings in practice.
• Provides educational consultation and services across the continuum in simulation for a variety of learner groups.
• Assesses as learning styles and creates educational programs and materials based on assessment of population to be educated.
• Conducts annual simulation education needs assessment utilizing multiple data sources. Analyzes and makes recommendations regarding priorities.
• Coaches and mentors unit educators/ facilitators/content experts and staff in the development of education skills (curriculum development, adult learning principles, evaluation etc.)
• Develops simulation educational effectiveness measures for all programs and outcome measures for selected programs.
• Participates in selection of facilitators and content experts. Coaches facilitators/ content experts on skill development and provide continuing education. Provides ongoing feedback and gives input into annual performance evaluation.
• Utilizes multiple simulation education modalities and leverages use of technology to provide the most cost effective and efficient programs.
• Provides cost analysis for all education and manages related resource utilization.
• Participates in facility wide simulation program development.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse by the N.C. Board of Nursing. Master's in nursing, Nursing Education or Health Care Administration required. Two years of teaching experience preferred. Must show evidence of job-specific competencies. Minimum three years clinical experience as a Registered Nurse in a practice area. Knowledge of adult learning principles, curriculum and program development, program evaluation, self-learning modules. Proficient at Microsoft Office programs and use of AV equipment. Certification in simulation preferred and must be achieved within two years of hire date. Life Support Instructor Certification may be required based on the needs of the patient population served.

Physical Requirements

Frequent moderate lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying. Frequent walking, standing, stooping and reaching. Must be able to travel throughout hospital campuses and offsite properties. General hospital office environment with exposure to chemicals, pathogens and patient body fluids. Environment is climate controlled. Subject to long and irregular hours.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.