Nursing Simulation Coordinator, Faculty

This is a split position with 50% with 50% responsibility simulation coordinator and 50% teaching faculty.50%: Serve as simulation education specialist administering, advising, designing, developing, and providing quality, engaging simulation delivery for nursing students in PN and ASN programs leading to mastery of clinical decision making while leading to mastery of course and program learning outcomes; may engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum through simulation efforts; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to regional expectations of faculty performance and engagement. May be called upon to provide education and training regarding simulation to nursing faculty. Provides coordination of simulation within the nursing curricula for PN and ASN programs 50%: Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

LEADERSHIP

• Manage and direct simulation activities for the service area and campus school of nursing.
• Utilize NLN/Jeffries Framework and current simulation standards in carrying out simulation activities.
• Collaborate with faculty to develop simulation scenarios to promote student learning, critical thinking, and clinical decision making.
• Assist faculty to plan, implement, and evaluate the integration of simulation into curriculum to promote student learning, critical thinking and clinical decision making.
• Facilitate faculty development related to use of simulation.
• Provide oversight for the coordination and scheduling for the use of labs for: regular classes, special class sections, open lab, advanced clinical skills, clinical skills evaluation, student projects, and other groups requesting lab space.
• Ensure maintenance and proper function of all simulation mannequins and other simulation equipment, including an inventory of all simulation equipment.
• Supervise Simulation Technician and/or fulfills the role of a Simulation Technician role as appropriate.
• Coordinate implementation of best practices into lab/simulation when possible.
• Make recommendations for additional purchases of simulation equipment.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and innovation, and planning change initiatives for the integration of simulation in clinical education.
• Investigate and submit proposals for potential grant opportunities to fund new simulation initiatives.
• Create and deliver professional presentations regarding all aspects of simulation to local, state, and national groups.
• Collect data on the effectiveness of simulation on student learning, critical thinking, and clinical decision making.

INSTRUCTION

• Serve as a clinical resource for students (open lab and tutoring) and remediates (class/clinical) using simulation.
• Demonstrate ability to use computer hardware and software, such as MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Maintain familiarity with electronic medical records and current medication delivery methods.
• Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes. 
• Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.
• Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.
• Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes. 
• Use Learning Management System (e.g. Canvas) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.

RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

• Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
• Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with regional expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).
• Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite or off site with related health care providers and educators in order to advance instructional and technical skills as well maintain current knowledge within the field of study.
• Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.
• Stay current in Maintain current knowledge of trends and innovations in simulation for nursing education including contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH

• Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division/college.
• Develop community healthcare contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the nursing department.
• Serve as liaison with area health care facilities regarding practice policy changes that impact simulation/lab environment.

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INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

• Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects.
• Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration.
• Participate in college/regional/campus-wide meetings and departmental/division/faculty meetings.
• Support program/department chair and nursing dean in program leadership activities.
• Adhere to college and regional academic policies.

OTHER

• Ability to lift/move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Position may require local travel between campuses and off-campus sites to perform required duties, attend meetings, and to fulfill other responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A qualified faculty member in the nursing program has obtained a Masters degree (preferred) or is actively enrolled and progressing towards a Masters.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Registered Nurse for full-time faculty
• Possesses a current, unencumbered Indiana Registered Nurse license
• One year of teaching experience in nursing theory, clinical, or campus lab settings desired.
• Experience in simulation pedagogy required. Must possess a current, unencumbered Indiana Registered Nurse license.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.