Coordinator of Clinical and Laboratory Experiences/Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing (72826)

Position Summary 

Walsh University College of Health Sciences seeks an innovative Nurse Educator to be based in the successful and highly respected Gary & Linda Byers School of Nursing as a Coordinator of Labs, Clinicals, and Simulation with a rank of Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor. The candidate must have current practice and certification in simulation. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provides oversight direction and support of simulation, clinical learning, and laboratory experiences to ensure course learning outcomes (CLO’s) for all programs.
• Works in conjunction with clinical partners to secure clinical placement for undergraduate students.
• Oversees laboratories to ensure equipment is functioning and supplies are sufficient.
• Coordinates all simulation experiences within the College of Health Sciences.
• Assists faculty with simulation/equipment as needed.
• Leads the Simulation Committee in the School of Nursing.
• University committee service
• Professional Development
• Scholarship and scholarly research related to simulated research
• Leads faculty development of simulation projects, development and identifies and leads revisions.
• Assists with evaluation of program data as requested.
• Uses simulation to provide high quality learning experiences to undergraduate and graduate nursing students and other schools in health sciences as requested. 
• Primary responsibilities include organizing, facilitating and evaluating simulation events and programs. 
• Participate and lead development of curriculum and facilitate simulation scenarios using Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice (HSSBP) and International Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL) Standards of Best Practice.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of a formal simulation faculty and facilitator mentoring process for simulation educators.
• Develop and lead community outreach activities. 
• Develop and teach practice labs for undergraduate and graduate nursing programs. 
• Maintain lab fees and budget for simulation and labs.
• Develop and conduct evaluations related to effectiveness of simulation learning. 
• Maintain data regarding student achievement of CSLO’s through simulation and clinical learning labs.
• Ensure Clinical Learning Lab and Simulation inventories are conducted and that resources are available and organized for each lab and simulation experience. 
• Provide input to the Dean and Program Directors regarding long range planning and use of simulation in all programs.
• Make recommendations to the Dean for additional purchases to support labs and simulation areas. 

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Must demonstrate an understanding the Walsh University Statement of Faith and a commitment to support the Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Ethical Conduct of Walsh University in accordance with Ex Corde Ecclesiae and the Catholic intellectual tradition. Must also possess the following:

Applicants must hold a Master of Science in Nursing degree (MSN), Doctoral degree (DNP or PhD) or currently enrolled in a doctoral program preferred.

Applicants must hold or be eligible for Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) within 6 months.

Current simulation certification or in process

Active, unencumbered Ohio RN Licensure

Education: Applicants must hold a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree. A doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DNS, or DNP) or current enrollment in a doctoral program is preferred.

Work Experience: Experience facilitating high-quality simulation scenarios using the Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice (HSSBP).

Skills and abilities:

• Strong organizational skills.
• Professional demeanor and ability to interact with charity towards students, staff and faculty.  Positive attitude is a must.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of Acemapp, Silk Road, CastleBranch and Typhon preferred. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Mobility to work in standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including extensive use of a computer and keyboard
• Sitting for prolonged periods of time
• Gross and fine manipulation
• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
• Hearing and speech to verbally express information or instructions
• Some walking, occasional lifting and carrying objects no more than 20 pounds.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a completed online application and any additional documents requested by the search/interview committee. This may include resume, unofficial transcripts, etc.

Cover Letter

Resume/CV

Official Transcripts (All Higher Ed. Degrees)

Three Letters of Recommendation 

About Walsh University

Walsh University is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and passionate individual who is enthusiastic about contributing to a private, faithfully Catholic institution of higher learning and serving the common good. Walsh University promotes academic excellence, an engaged community, and a commitment to helping students discover their life purpose. Grounded in values of faith, excellence, integrity, service, and community, Walsh University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.