Simulation Lab Faculty A

Job no: 526086Position Type: Faculty Full TimeCampus: UMass BostonDepartment: NursingPay Grade: No Pay GradeDate opened: 13 Jan 2025 Eastern Standard TimeApplications close: Position remains open until filled. Job Description: The Simulation and Clinical Lab Education Educator's primary role involves overseeing the planning, execution, assessment, and improvement of simulation and clinical lab experiences based on evidence-based practice guidelines, course objectives, and curriculum standards. The educator will create a lab environment that replicates real clinical settings, promoting active learning, critical thinking, effective communication, and the development of the skills and confidence needed to deliver safe patient care. Example of Duties: Collaborate with the Director of the Center for Clinical Education and Research (CCER) to drive ongoing quality enhancement across clinical lab and simulation activities. Establish annual goals and objectives for clinical lab and simulation development in alignment with the Manning College of Nursing and Health Sciences (MCNHS) undergraduate and graduate programs. Integrate competency standards into the clinical lab and simulation curriculum to align with national entry-level nursing practice criteria. Develop, assess, and update the CCER Clinical Policy and Procedures Manual to ensure safety, efficiency, uniformity, and effectiveness in CCER practices. Evaluate students' capacity to perform psychomotor skills safely and accurately in clinical settings. Identify and schedule the number of faculty and staff required to effectively run each simulation and clinical lab section. Train clinical faculty and teaching assistants in simulation-based education techniques to enhance their ability to facilitate simulation sessions according to industry standards. Oversee the undergraduate Clinical Tutoring and Referral Program, supervising graduate teaching assistants and student nurse mentors in the development of clinical tutoring experiences. Evaluate students’ performance during on-campus clinical and simulation-based activities, including the Clinical Referral Program. Design self-paced learning modules, unfolding case studies, and skill learning stations to reinforce and enhance students’ understanding of clinical content and ability to perform clinical skills. Serve as a clinical lab and simulation expert within the college, offering clinical resources and consulting to the Director and Lab Manager to ensure the acquisition of appropriate clinical supplies and equipment. Support the Director of CCER with lab initiatives, research projects, and curricular activities as requested. Complete necessary reports, serve on committees, and participate in college activities as needed. Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Nursing or current enrollment in a graduate nursing program, and at least three years of adult or pediatric acute or critical care nursing experience is required. Current Massachusetts RN license and Basic Life Support certification are required. Ability to accommodate a flexible schedule, which includes evening and weekend hours. Within 2 years of hire, obtain status through the Society for Simulation in Healthcare as a Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator. Preferred Qualifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification. Experience participating in or facilitating high-fidelity simulation in nursing practice or education. Academic and/or clinical teaching experience. Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing nursing practice; Knowledge of software applications, including office software and database management; Proven ability to work with diverse populations; Effective communication skills, both oral and written; Ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of staff to achieve goals; Ability to work independently and efficiently; Ability to work under pressure and within tight timeframes; Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; Strong report writing and organizational skills; Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to customer service; Excellent problem-solving skills; Attention to detail in organizational tasks. Application Instructions: Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae (CV) and a cover letter including a summary of research/scholarly interests and a teaching/mentoring statement. UMass Boston values diversity and invites applicants from all backgrounds. Please articulate how your approach to teaching, advising, and mentoring: Engages with students' diverse life experiences, Reflects appreciation for students' holistic selves, And how your own background influences your practices and commitments. For more information, contact: Rosemary Samia (), Nursing Simulation Faculty Search Chair. The position remains open until filled. UMass Boston is committed to inclusive hiring and reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact: or 617-287-5150. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17