Director of Simulation Experiences
About University of Saint Joseph:
The University of Saint Joseph, founded by the Sisters of Mercy, provides a
rigorous liberal arts and professional education for a diverse student
population in an inclusive environment that encourages strong ethical values,
personal integrity, and a sense of responsibility to the needs of society.
At University of Saint Joseph, our mission statement profoundly resonates with
our faculty and staff and serves as the foundation upon which our employment
policy is built.
We seek to attract, develop and retain individuals who are committed to our
mission. We are committed to providing an environment where diverse talents,
perspectives, experiences and contributions are recognized, and one that
promotes the "growth of the whole person" with resources that enable employees
to meet professional and personal life needs.
Job Description:
The Director of Simulation Experiences, reporting directly to the Chairperson
for the Department of Nursing, is the manager of the clinical skills
laboratory and works with staff to provide simulation activities for the
Department of Nursing and interdisciplinary teams. The Director works withs
staff to evaluate and tutor/coach students referred to the lab for academic
and clinical skills support. The Director oversees the maintenance and
ordering of all durable and disposable medical supplies and biomedical
equipment required for the smooth running of the clinical skills lab.
Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):
Managerial Role:
Oversees the day-to-day functioning of the nursing lab for undergraduate
and graduate experiences.
Manages the full time staff in the lab; Supervises Graduate Assistants and
adjuncts assigned to the lab.
Maintains adequate support within the lab including interviewing and
hiring of adjunct faculty and graduate assistants.
Delegates set up and break down of lab activities during the day and
evening.
Acts as the Chairperson of the simulation committee: oversees the
simulation program and its continued growth
Orients new faculty and supports current faculty to the use of simulation
to meet student learning outcomes and the projection/recording equipment
used in the lab.
Works with faculty to develop high quality intensive simulations.
Collaborates with faculty on the simulation task force committee to
develop the pre-work and post-work to enhance the learning from the
simulation experience.
Acts as the primary contact regarding simulations experiences for
allstudents (undergraduate and graduate), faculty, staff, university
administration, and the public (student applicants, parents,
practitioners, and educators).
Maintains master lab schedule for university-wide distribution.
Maintains an inventory of durable and disposable medical/nursing supplies;
Reorders supplies as needed after consulting with the faculty as to
specific needs.
Serves as a permanent member of the department budget committee.
Maintains and presents the annual budget to the Chairperson; presents all
supply orders and major financial costs incurred by the lab to the
Chairperson for approval
Maintains a small reference area for in-lab use by students.
Obtains American Heart Association BLS instructor certification and offers
faculty recertification programs every two years and as needed.
Maintains an on-going, comprehensive, log of undergraduate and graduate
student and faculty activities in the lab.
Collaborates with other university departments to coordinate lab and
simulation activities.
Director Role:
Collects, analyzes and tracks statistical data with respect to simulation
sessions, such as: student and faculty responses/concerns, anticipated
content needs, student outcomes as a result of participation in scenarios,
and more.
Remains current with available technologies and other lab experiences by
attending outside education seminars and programs related to nursing
education and the use of simulation in the educational setting. Networks
with lab directors at other colleges and universities.
Applies pedagogically sound principles of evaluation (authentic, norm-
referenced, criterion referenced) with respect to students' progress and
on-going learning needs.
Meets with students as requested through faculty referral for one-on-one
or group tutoring or skill support and supervision. Generates reports
related to student progress to the referring faculty member, with a copy
to the Department Chair (on an as needed or requested basis), and a copy
to the student file.
Coordinates clinical make-up opportunities using ATI simulations or other
options.
Maintains a commitment to privacy and confidentiality related to students'
issues.
Assists the chair with student tracking related to NCLEX preparation and
results.
Simulation Facilitator Role:
Develops/co-develops simulation scenarios with faculty with a focus on
multiple, specific content areas.
Facilitates simulation scenarios with either a lab assistant or faculty
member.
Facilitates the simulation observation area and participates in post
simulation debriefing sessions between students and facilitator.
Attend one national simulation conference per year.
Teaching Role:
Teach 4- 8 credits per year (12-month period) as needed by the
department
Remediates Dimensional Analysis, prepares and administers exams and
reports to faculty on student progression
Complete an annual simulation? report for the department
Creates a classroom, laboratory or clinical setting that develops critical
thinking in students
Works cooperatively and collaboratively with faculty colleagues
Maintains the appropriate credentials or license required for the position
Assesses and evaluation of student learning outcomes
Requirements:
Education & Experience
A Master's Degree in nursing required
RN licensure in the State of Connecticut; this license must be valid and
in good standing
A minimum of three years of full-time nursing practice in a medical
surgical or critical care environment is required.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification required
Up to date record of all immunizations required by the State and
organization required
Prior experience as lab director or coordinator is preferred.
Prior experience in teaching at the clinical or college level is
preferred. Knowledge of and experience with simulation pedagogy preferred.
Prior experience with simulation use in nursing education preferred.
Other Qualifications
Ability to work a flexible schedule, may include evening hours
Excellent problem solving and organizational skills; Ability to make
pedagogically sound decisions with respect to: students' learning needs
and progress, instructional approaches to students who participate in lab
experiences.
Able to function independently while operating effectively within a team
environment
Possess solid general computer skills, including ability to work in a
Windows environment. Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet, and other
programs as needed.
Excellent oral and written skills and ability to communicate comfortably
with students, colleagues, and external constituents
Professional, courteous demeanor and appearance; ability to engage
positively and work professionally with students, faculty, staff and
administration and represent the University professionally to the public
Demonstrated ability to handle complex and multiple tasks in a
professional and efficient manner
Exhibits a high level of professionalism, leadership, creative problem
solving, diplomacy, and the ability to manage complex projects with
minimal supervision
Cultural competency to work with diverse student and/or employee
population
Commitment to the mission of the University of Saint Joseph
Physical ability to perform essential functions of the position, as noted
below, with or without reasonable accommodation. (including the ability
to lift objects up to 50 pounds and subject to walking, sitting, standing,
bending, reaching, kneeling and stooping)
Additional Information:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Work Environment: The role of the Nursing Simulation Lab Director requires
the applicant to stand and walk for several hours during the day. Some of this
standing may be at the bedside for extended periods of time while observing
student activities. They may also be required to lift objects of up to 50 lbs
(supplies, chairs, mannequins' simulators, etc.) although assistance from
facilities is available as needed. The director should consider the bedside
activities to be similar to those encountered in a true clinical setting. The
noise levels in the lab are fairly well controlled but are consistent with
that of an interactive classroom setting. The lab is air-conditioned during
the summer months.
Benefits:
403(b) with employer match
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off & 10 paid holidays
Parental leave
Tuition Waiver (include spouse & dependent waivers)
Long-Term Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
529 CHET savings plan
NON-DISCRIMINATION& TITLE IX INFORMATION
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES INFORMATION
The University of Saint Joseph believes it must play an active role in
creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable.
Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people
from different socioeconomic backgrounds, women, LGBTQ+ people, and
individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from
people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized
communities.
Application Instructions:
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Cover letter with salary requirements
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