Simulation Program Coordinator

Job Summary

Responsible for the daily operations of the Simulation labs, providing technical skills, instruction, and evaluation to support the use of simulation. Coordinate and facilitate simulation experiential learning activities and opportunities for students. Assist faculty in creating, preparing, delivering, and evaluating high-quality simulation experiences. Work with the faculty to update all simulation-related experiences and curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to CCRI’s Mission: Demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of a comprehensive community college.
• Work collaboratively with others in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: Assess needs and assure integration of simulation-based activities in the curricula to meet the identified needs.
• Instructional and Communication Skills: Serve as the college's lead in the day-to-day operations, point-of-contact for simulation resources, and timely and effective responses to simulation requests from faculty, staff, and academic partners.
• Accreditation; Curriculum and Program Development: Provide reports and recommendations to the course faculty, respective Program Directors, Department Chairs and Deans, as appropriate. Orient learners to the simulation environment and assist faculty in leading effective pre-briefing sessions. Provide orientation and professional development, i.e., continuing education for staff and faculty relative to simulation-based activities.
• Departmental & College Support: Collaborate with faculty to maintain records of completing assignments in Sim Chart, Blackboard, or other electronic platforms. Assist in the implementation of simulation standards and best practices and provide faculty with evidence-based guidelines to ensure positive and consistent learning experiences for students. Maintain documentation to track program progress, such as evaluation data, current trends, advanced simulation modalities, and FERPA documentation to address confidentiality agreements. Participate in College activities. Participate in HARS Department activities, which include divisional meetings, simulation oversight committee and faculty meetings to ensure coordination of didactic instruction, practicum experience, and assist in policy development as it relates to simulation learning. Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing
• Current Rhode Island RN License
• The ability to achieve Certification as a Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) within 6 months of employment
• Minimum of three years of clinical nursing experience and simulation education in higher education (full or part-time, professional and graduate work included)
• Demonstrated knowledge of higher education Nursing and Health curriculums
• Demonstrated computer skills (including data management and multiple software packages)
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills
• Demonstrated experience working with students
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations