Director of Simulation Experiences

Job Description

Job Description

This leadership role oversees simulation education and operations, manages budgets and staff, collaborates with faculty, and ensures high-quality simulation-based learning across all nursing programs. The Director reports to the Chair of the Department of Nursing and collaborates with faculty, staff, interdisciplinary teams, and external partners to uphold simulation standards, support grant-funded projects, and advance the department’s mission and strategic goals. The Director of Simulation Experiences also plays a key role in the development and implementation of interprofessional education for the University.

Operations :

• Oversees all aspects of simulation operations, including scheduling, maintenance of simulation equipment and facilities, and coordination of simulation sessions.
• Support and orient faculty and staff in simulation principles, techniques, and debriefing to enhance student learning outcomes.
• Serve as the primary contact for simulation activities involving students, faculty, staff, administration, and external partners
• Monitor advancements in simulation technology, recommend upgrades, and manage inventory, supplies, and reference materials.
• Maintains comprehensive records of simulation activities across undergraduate and graduate programs.

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Administrative :

Academic :

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Other Qualifications :

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements and description of the work environment are representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Activity Approximate Percentage of Time Spent in this Activity

(Minimal, Some, Substantial)

Some

Some

Substantial

Some

50 pounds

Some

Substantial

Substantial

Substantial

Some

Work Environment (a brief description)

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.