Nursing Simulation Lab Coordinator (Full-Time. 9-Month Appointment) presso West Virginia Northern Community College, WV

About the Department

West Virginia Northern is seeking applicants for a dedicated and dynamic Nursing Simulation Coordinator to oversee and enhance simulation-based learning experiences across our nursing program. The ideal candidate will be passionate about nursing education, experienced in simulation instruction, and committed to fostering a safe, innovative, and evidence-based learning environment for students.

Salary / Benefits:
Salary will be based on the current faculty salary scale. Full benefits package which includes but is not limited to retirement with employer matching, health insurance, life insurance, social security, and Northern tuition waivers.

Members of the full-time teaching faculty have three primary areas of responsibility:

• instruction
• academic advising / professional development
• institutional and community service
  
  NOTICE: If you claim post high-school education, license or special training, you MUST attach or provide by mail a legible copy of your educational transcript, license or training record. No application will be considered until said documents are received. Upon hire, you MUST provide an official transcript within 30 days of hire date.

Position Duties

Under the supervision of the Program Director and the Division Chair, and the direction of the Vice President of Learning, and the President of the College, faculty perform the following duties for their respective programs or disciplines, and the College:

• Follow the rules and regulations of the College.
• Coordinate and schedule all simulation activities across campuses
• Design, implement, and evaluate simulations based on evidence-based practices
• Incorporate an electronic health record in simulation scenarios to promote realistic clinical experience.
• Collaborate closely with faculty to align simulation activities with course objectives
• Foster a psychologically safe environment for student learning
• Evaluate student performance in simulation using evidenced-based practices.
• Maintain, operate, and ensure the proper care of simulation manikins and lab equipment
• Order and manage supplies necessary for simulation labs
• Provide student remediation and skill reinforcement as needed
• Participate in annual professional development activities in nursing simulation education
• Participate in institutional activities such as College-wide events, college standing committees, ad hoc committees, internal and external marketing and promotional activities, and public service activities.
• Attend Faculty Assembly meetings, academic division meetings, advisory committee meetings, and other faculty related events as identified by the administration. Participate in professional development activities and professional organizations. Integrate writing, technology, computer applications, and oral presentation requirements into assigned courses where applicable.
• Work with the workforce development and/or campus managers, as appropriate, to provide credit or non-credit courses, seminars, workshops, etc.
• Assume a positive and active role as a representative of Northern, including support of institutional goals and initiatives.
• Generally display a positive attitude and is cooperative with students, staff, other faculty, and administrators Communicate effectively and respond to students, staff, other faculty, and administrators in a timely manner.
• Other duties may be assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) considered if enrolled in an MSN program and has relevant simulation experience
• Recent nursing simulation teaching experience required
• Current certification in simulation instruction or commitment to obtain within three years of hire
• Current and unencumbered WV RN license or compact license

Preferred Skills and Attributes:

• Self-directed with excellent organizational and time management skills
• Technologically proficient and computer savvy
• Experience using electronic health records (EHR) in simulation environments
• Ability to effectively collaborate with faculty and interdisciplinary teams
• Strong commitment to creating a safe and supportive learning environment

Other Qualifications

Keys to success in this position:

• Resilience
• Teamwork oriented
• Ability work independently with little supervision
• Leadership skills
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Strong technological skills