Nursing Site Director

Nursing Site Director (Responsible for adhering to WVBOE Code & CCNE Policies & Standards)

Dual-Degree BSN Program (Bethany College / West Virginia Wesleyan College)

Bethany College invites applications for a Nursing Site Director to support the Dual-Degree BSN Program, through which students earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from West Virginia Wesleyan College and a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from Bethany College. This position is a full-time faculty appointment at Bethany College.

Appointment and Faculty Status

·      The Nursing Site Director is a full-time faculty member of Bethany College.

·      All matters related to faculty rank, contract renewal, evaluation, service expectations, promotion, tenure eligibility, and leave are governed exclusively by Bethany College.

Academic and Programmatic Coordination

·      For nursing curriculum delivery, clinical instruction, skills and simulation laboratories, and student supervision, the Director works in coordination with WVWC’s School of Nursing.

·      The Director adheres to all applicable WVBOE Code requirements and CCNE Policies and Standards.

·      Bethany College is responsible for the Interdisciplinary Studies curriculum, advising, and academic oversight.

Reporting Structure

·      Academic and Programmatic Reporting (Nursing): WVWC Director, School of Nursing.

·      Institutional and Employment Reporting: Bethany College Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Responsibilities

·      Oversee classroom, clinical, skills lab, and simulation lab learning experiences at the Bethany College site.

·      Serve as academic advisor to all Bethany students enrolled in the Dual-Degree BSN program.

·      Act as liaison between Bethany College and WVWC, coordinating with WVWC Director, Skills/Simulation Director, nursing faculty, and Bethany support course faculty to ensure curriculum alignment and a high-quality learning environment.

·      Provide on-site support during classroom hours, including troubleshooting live-stream and technology issues, and maintain a minimum of five (5) office hours per week.

·      Serve as on-site proctor for nursing examinations.

·      Manage daily operations of the simulation lab, including scheduling, inventory, equipment maintenance, and procurement, ensuring safety and compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulations.

·      Collaborate with WVWC nursing and simulation faculty to design, implement, and evaluate simulation-based learning activities aligned with curriculum goals and evidence-based best practices.

·      Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of simulation activities and implement improvements as needed.

·      Provide instruction and evaluation in various clinical settings.

·      Maintain effective communication and collaboration with faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders.

·      Attend WVWC School of Nursing monthly meetings and Bethany College meetings; serve on College committees as assigned.

·      Stay current with advancements in simulation technology, adult learning principles, and simulation pedagogy.

·      Participate in Bethany College service, scholarship, and professional development consistent with faculty expectations.

Required Qualifications

·      Master’s degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.

·      Current, non-encumbered Registered Nurse license or eligibility for licensure in West Virginia.

·      Minimum of three (3) years of experience in direct patient care or nursing skills/simulation lab instruction, with knowledge of nursing skills and simulation practices.

·      Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with faculty and students, both orally and in writing.

·      Proficiency with technology, including PC and/or Mac platforms, Microsoft Office, and the ability to quickly learn new software and instructional technologies.

·      Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, including the handling and disposal of hazardous wastes.

·      Ability to serve as a clinical instructor in various clinical settings.

·      Proficiency in simulation software, equipment operation, and troubleshooting.

·      Familiarity with adult learning principles, simulation pedagogy, and regulatory guidelines.

·      Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and teams.

·      Ability to evaluate, improve, and stay current with simulation activities and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

·      Five (5) years or more experience as a RN.

·      Knowledge of ATI resources.

·      Nursing Education courses specifically in evaluation and assessment.

·      Member (or willingness to become member) of the Society for Simulation in Healthcare Certification.

·      Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE).

·      Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS).