Patient Simulation & Lab Coordinator - Nursing

Description

Stephens College seeks an innovative student-centered nurse educator for a full-time 12-month position. The primary responsibility is developing and implementing simulation learning experiences within our state-of-the-art patient simulation center at Boone Hospital and supporting simulated and laboratory learning experiences on campus. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm, experience, and energy to support the nursing program and be able to teach across clinical disciplines.

About the Position:

The Simulation and Lab Coordinator works primarily to support practicum courses. The coordinator manages and supports the faculty teaching in simulation and laboratory learning situations, including standardized patients, manikins, task trainers, and medical equipment and devices. The Simulation and Lab Coordinator will lead the program in meeting Healthcare simulation standards of best practice (INACSL) or Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH) and guide team development in professional development in simulation. The Coordinator will manage and plan clinical placements and scheduling with faculty and Program Director. Each semester may include direct teaching activities as assigned by the Program Director.

Simulation & Lab Coordinator Position Description

The Simulation & Lab Coordinator will:

• Support the mission, vision, and ideals of the College and the Nursing program.

• Engage in teaching and service activities as defined in the Faculty Personnel Policies and the Constitution of the Corporate Faculty.

• Create and implement a simulation program with nursing faculty to develop best practices in the simulated learning lab using a range of patient technologies and situations including mass casualty, standardized patients, OSCE, practice stations, case studies, and high-fidelity patients.

• Manage purchases, stock, and acquisition of specialized equipment and supplies.

• Execute set-up/breakdown, programming, maintenance, use, disassembly, and troubleshooting of equipment.

• Assist in student recruitment and enrollment.

• Provide training and serve as a resource for staff using simulation and lab equipment.

• Serve as a resource for faculty in simulation development, identify opportunities for simulation, and assure curricular consistency for the simulation program.

• Serve as an instructor in the Nursing program with assigned teaching duties based on background and experience in class, clinical, laboratory, and simulation settings.

• Oversee the clinical, laboratory, and simulation learning experiences as assigned.

• Contribute to accreditation and registration requirements.

• Facilitate program assessment and evaluation.

• Manage projects as assigned.

• Provide service to the college and profession.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Essential:

• BS in Nursing from an Accredited College or University that includes a clinical component.

• Current active licensure to practice professional nursing in Missouri and has never been disciplined in any jurisdiction.

• Record of clinical experience in patient care settings exceeding 3 years.

• Proficiency with simulation technologies and equipment, including updates, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Experience with educational practices, standards, outcomes, and assessment.

• Strong desire to support BSN education and student learning.

• Excellent collaborative and interpersonal communication skills.

• Excellent organization and project management skills.

• Meet the Missouri State Board of Nursing Requirements for contingent faculty.

Highly Desired:

• MS, PhD, or DNP in Nursing

• Experience in scenario design, setup, programming, and debriefing.

• Certification as a Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE)

• Clinical experience across more than one specialty area.

• Experience teaching baccalaureate-level prelicensure nursing students.

• Experience with accreditation and program assessment.

• Experience engaging undergraduate students in research opportunities.

About the College & Program:

Founded in 1833, Stephens College is the second-oldest women's college in the United States, dedicated to providing innovative, experiential, and career-focused education across various disciplines. Located in Columbia, Missouri, Stephens College continues to be a leader in women's education, fostering a community where students are empowered to lead, innovate, and excel. The college also provides flexible, co-educational master's degrees and certificates for working professionals, and is home to a co-educational Conservatory for the Performing Arts.

Ranked (over and over again) as one of the best college towns in America, Columbia, Missouri, is home to 36,000+ college students and 118,000 residents. Columbia - conveniently located approximately 100 miles from both Kansas City and St. Louis - has it all: big-time college sports, film, music and arts festivals, a high-energy arts community, amazing recreation, and a great downtown with lots of places to eat, shop, snack and check out the latest bands. The Columbia community offers outstanding health care options, as well as excellent educational opportunities for every level of student (including our own Children's School).

The nursing program began in 2020 as a three-year, eight-semester program leading to a BSN in nursing. It was developed by partnering with Boone Health to develop The Learning Center, a simulated learning lab. The program has full approval by the Missouri Board of Nursing to enroll 24 students each year. The first class graduated in May 2023 with a 100% first-time licensing NCLEX-RN pass rate and a 100% employment rate.

Stephens offers an attractive benefits package that includes health insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, Supplemental Retirement Annuity, Faculty/Staff Grants, tuition waivers and tuition paid undergraduate classes for dependents. Full-time staff work 36 hours and are paid for 40!!

Be a part of this amazing community of innovative thinkers, doers and dreamers.

Stephens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit and employ qualified personnel without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran.