Nursing Simulation Educator

Title:Nursing Simulation Educator

Division: Provost's Office

Department: Kinney College of Nursing & Health Professions

FLSA Status:Exempt

Salary Range:Annual Salary

EEO Job Group:2 C8

Position Summary

The University of Southern Indiana is accepting applications forNursing Simulation Educator to join our esteemed nursing education program. The is a twelve-month, renewable faculty role. This individual will play a pivotal role in elevating nursing students' educational experience through simulation-based experiences and providing targeted support to enhance student success in the undergraduate and graduate nursing programs.

Duties/Responsibilities

Nursing Simulation Coordination:

• Utilize effective teaching pedagogy in the development, coordination, facilitation, and implementation of nursing simulation-based experiences to enrich hands-on learning experiences for students by bridging theory content to simulated patient care delivery.
• Collaborate with nursing faculty to design and implement simulation scenarios aligned with program and course objectives.
• Ensure the availability of nursing simulation equipment and resources.
• Collaborate with the director of the Clinical Simulation Center and assist with nursing simulations.

Student Success Coaching in Nursing:

• Provide personalized coaching and support to nursing students, focusing on academic achievement and overall success in the nursing program.
• Conduct assessments to identify strengths and areas for improvement in nursing competencies.
• Collaborate with nursing students to create tailored success plans and academic goals.
• Work in tandem with other nursing support services to provide a comprehensive approach to nursing student success.

Facilitation of Nursing Learning:

• Facilitate nursing simulation sessions, pre-briefings and de-briefings, guiding students in reflecting on their experiences and integrating theoretical knowledge into practical skills.
• Utilize effective teaching methodologies specific to nursing education to engage students during simulation-based experiences.
• Collaborate with faculty in the development of curriculum and evaluation methods to meet desired program outcomes and competencies.
• Assist in nursing skill lab/seminar as needed with simulation-based experiences and emerging technologies.
• Evaluate student performance to assess competency progression and attainment.

Nursing Resource Development:

• Develop and curate nursing-specific educational resources, including case studies, scenarios, and simulation materials.
• Stay abreast of best practices in nursing simulation-based experiences and integrate them into coaching and simulation strategies.

Nursing Data Tracking and Analysis:

• Help with data collection of nursing student retention and progress related to coaching strategies.
• Analyze nursing student data to identify trends and areas for improvement, implementing data-driven interventions.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Master's degree in nursing
• Hold an unencumbered Indiana RN License
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on nursing-specific competencies
• Familiarity with educational technologies and simulation-based experience equipment
• Ability to analyze data and implement data-driven interventions in the context of nursing education

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Experience in nursing education
• Background in student success coaching and/or academic advising
• Experience in simulation coordination and implementation

About the College

To learn more about the College of Nursing and Health Professions, please visit our website at https://health.usi.edu.

• Letter of application
• Current curriculum vitae
• Copy of unofficial transcripts of Master's degree
• Copy of valid unencumbered Indiana (or compact) RN license

Search Committee Chair:

If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. Jennifer Evans, search committee chair, at jennifer.evans@usi.edu.

Best Consideration Date:

For best consideration, please submit materials before October 28, 2024.

Pre-Employment Screening

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Authorization to Work in the United States

USI typically will not sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.

Interview Accommodations

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at mcweinzapf@usi.edu or (812) 464-1840. Contacting the manager of Employment is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815.

EEO Statement

The University of Southern Indiana is anEEO/AA employer. All individuals including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.