Simulation Center Faculty Position
Simulation Center Faculty Position
Instructor, Assistant Professor, or Associate Professor (Clinical)
The University of Utah College of Nursing (CON) seeks a full time (1.0 FTE) faculty member to collaborate in teaching, curricular development, and integration of simulation pedagogy.
Principal Functions and Responsibilities: This career-line faculty member will use simulation to provide high-quality learning experiences to undergraduate and graduate nursing students. Primary responsibilities include organizing, facilitating and evaluating simulation events and programs for undergraduate and graduate students.
Specific Work Activities Include the Following:
- Develop curriculum and facilitate simulation scenarios using Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice (HSSBP).
- Contribute to developing and implementing a mentoring process for simulation faculty facilitators and simulation educators.
- Collaborate with University of Utah Hospital simulation educators to develop and maintain supportive relationships among faculty and staff.
- Assist in creating and reviewing simulation scenarios and programs to ensure alignment with HSSBP and national accreditation standards.
- Work closely with the Executive Director of Simulation to maintain simulation operations, including staffing, equipment, and supplies.
- Work closely with lead faculty of undergraduate Foundations of Clinical Nursing course; this will include teaching a clinical group one day per week (classroom and simulation center) and collaborating to prepare weekly lab set-up guides.
- Develop and teach skills practice labs for undergraduate and graduate programs.
- Develop and lead community outreach activities (summer camp, HS tours, etc.).
Additional responsibilities include providing ongoing feedback for program and curriculum development, assisting in selecting, supervising, and evaluating simulation faculty facilitators, participating on CON committees, and professional activities/service. Developing clinically focused scholarship is an expectation for long-term retention and career advancement.
Desired Candidate Criteria:
Graduation from a regionally accredited nursing program is required. A master’s degree in nursing or related field is also required. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Doctor of Education (EdD), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or enrollment in a PhD, EdD or DNP program is preferred. Other considerations include the following:
- Relevant health care experience.
- Expertise in clinical simulation: Experience and/or certification as Healthcare Simulation Educator (from Society for Simulation in Healthcare) or eligibility for certification within one year of hire. Experience facilitating high-quality simulation scenarios using HSSBP.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively with other members of health care and academic teams.
- Ability to work independently to complete projects.
Qualified candidates must hold or be eligible for a Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in Utah. Work is performed on campus at the Annette Poulson Cumming Building.
The College of Nursing: The CON is an integral part of University of Utah Health. We are committed to working together to serve the people of Utah and beyond by continually improving individual and community health and quality of life. We strive for excellence in education, research, and clinical care, with each mission being vital to the others and to our overall success. Diversity and inclusiveness, independent inquiry, and collegiality form the fabric of everyday life for faculty and students. Please visit the College of Nursing website to learn more about the College.
The University of Utah: The University of Utah is a PAC-12 institution located in Salt Lake City nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains. Please visit the following webpages for more information about the University of Utah, Faculty Careers at the University of Utah, and Living in Utah.
Application and Inquiries: Interested candidate should apply online at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/157925.
The application requires: 1) curriculum vitae 2) cover letter 3) teaching philosophy and 4) three letters of recommendation from individuals external to the University of Utah and U of U Health. Please note that letters must be signed, dated, and on letterhead. For additional information, please contact Dr. John Nerges, Career Line Search Committee Chair at john.nerges@nurs.utah.edu or Cami Palo, Faculty Affairs Manager at cami.palo@nurs.utah.edu.
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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