Dir. of Experiential Learning (Healthcare/Nursing Simulation)

Director of Experiential Learning (Healthcare/Nursing Simulation)

D27: $100,000 - $105,000

W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing and Health Professions

301 West State Street Trenton, NJ 08618

Thomas Edison State University was founded in 1972 to break down barriers to degree completion. Fifty years later, it proudly serves a diverse body of adult students with innovative and professionally relevant academic programming in a predominantly online delivery. Our team of high-energy student-focused professionals is welcoming new members who are making their mark in education and are ready to help change the lives of thousands of adult students across New Jersey and around the world.

Candidates who are excited by changing lives, committed to the success of all and want to be challenged by new and innovative opportunities, should submit an application.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Nursing Programs, the Director of Experiential Learning will be responsible for the oversight of the overall operation of the simulation lab and competency learning experiences for students in the nursing and health professions programs. The Director of Experiential Learning is responsible for creating and managing experiential learning that align with institutional goals and academic curricula. The Director of Experiential Learning will work closely with mentors, educators, staff, students, and external partners to ensure high-quality, real-world learning experiences that enhance student competencies and career readiness. The Director of Experiential Learning provides strategic leadership and assesses the impact of experiential learning opportunities on student outcomes. The Director of Experiential Learning will work to create innovative problem-based experiences in a safe clinical learning environment. 

Responsibilities:

- Oversee the overall operation of the simulation laboratory;

- Develop strategic plans for simulation-based education and clinical competency learning; 

- Develop and maintain clinical competency learning curricula and simulation scenarios in accordance with course and program outcomes;

- Manage budgets for both simulation lab and clinical competency learning programs;

- Ensure compliance with accreditation standards for both laboratory and clinical competency experiences;

- Tracks and analyzes simulation and clinical competency data;

- Maintains and orders laboratory and simulation equipment as needed;

- Develop standardized patient scenarios;

- Maintenance and troubleshooting of all equipment in simulation laboratory, including EMS/IQ SIM, software, server issues, and simulator issues; 

- Interface with vendors regarding scheduling and coordination of maintenance and repair of simulators and other equipment including beds, medication administration cart, etc.; 

- Collaborate with Clinical Learning Director to ensure high quality clinical experiences; and

- Represent the simulation and clinical competency learning programs in institutional and external partnerships.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Strong organizational and time management skills.

- Attention to detail. 

- Good communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Proficiency with computer applications (e.g., MS Office Suite, Google G suite, Learning Management Systems).

- Enhanced customer service knowledge.

- Perform other appropriate and reasonably required duties as assigned by the Dean.

Requirements:

Education: A master’s of science in nursing (MSN) is required. Thomas Edison State University requires the completion of a criminal background investigation, drug screening, and several other compliance requirements prior to their first day of employment.

- Eligibility for a NJ licensure. 

- Minimum of three years simulation experience.

Preferred Requirements:

- Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) certificate.

- A minimum of five years clinical nursing experience.

- Experience in healthcare.

Work Environment:

Travel to other clinical sites is expected.

*TESU strives to offer a flexible work environment while balancing the operational needs of the University.  As such, we have several options for hybrid-work schedules.  Positions determine what type of hybrid-work schedule is available and, if necessary, adjustments are made to support University operations. 

Thomas Edison State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer