UNIV-Simulation Coordinator: College of Nursing

Job Description Summary

This is a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position in the College of Nursing (CON) Simulation department. The qualified candidate is expected to support the daily operations of the CON Simulation department.

This role requires flexible working hours to support simulation delivery responsibilities. A consistent in-person presence is expected on most days. Limited remote work may be available on an intermittent basis after the employee has demonstrated proficiency in the role and when simulation schedules allow.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001079 CON Office Of Academic Affairs

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications: Earned Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (candidates currently enrolled in a graduate program are encouraged to apply). Unencumbered, active license as a registered nurse in South Carolina or another compact state. Current BLS certification from American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or the Military Training Network. Recent (2-3 years) of patient care and/or supervision of students in didactic/clinical settings. If the candidate does not have an earned Master’s degree and is not currently enrolled in a Master’s program, they must be enrolled in one within 2 years of hire. Demonstrated ability to be on time, organize and implement learning activities. Strong time management, organizational and communication skills, with a commitment to scholarship. Ability to move equipment and supplies between classrooms and floors and assist simulation instructors with setting up equipment. A record of teaching, scholarship, or practice that merits appointment at the rank of Clinical Instructor. This is not a remote work position, candidates must relocate to the Charleston area upon hire if they do not live locally.

Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Nursing. Recent experience facilitating and debriefing healthcare simulation is strongly preferred. Recent experience utilizing instructional technology is preferred. Interest in obtaining simulation certification in the future is preferred. .

Rank: Clinical Instructor

Formal Accountability: Reports to the Director of Simulation

Responsibilities: 

As aligned with the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL) Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice (HSSOBP):

• Professional collaboration with faculty, Simulation Center, clinical partners, vendors, and learners to coordinate and manage simulation program planning, including quality improvement initiatives.

• Efficiently oversees and coordinates simulation scheduling.

• Serves as the first point of contact for day‑to‑day simulation operational needs.

• Maintains a timely and active on‑site presence during simulated experiences to support rounding, quality improvement, and faculty needs.

• Provides prompt and professional faculty support and emergent facilitator coverage as needed.

• Coordinates open lab hours and provides support for VR experiences.

• Implements and facilitates innovative simulation teaching strategies and activities.

• Will adhere to INACSL Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice.

• Supports the teaching mission of the College through clinical and simulation instruction.

• Supports interprofessional initiatives, including Simulated Interprofessional Rounding Experience (SIRE) and CON VR Day with the College of Pharmacy.

• Supervises students during prebriefing, facilitation, and debriefing across multiple content areas and programs.

• Manages simulation lab operations, including maintenance, inventory, equipment purchasing, and supplies.

• Collaborates with the simulation assistant to support overall program quality, may include assisting with setup/take down of experiences as needed

• Provides remediation and support to strengthen students’ clinical judgment and nursing competencies.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to climb ladders. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 150 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 75 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 75 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift and carry patients weighing up to 300 lbs., assisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 200 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. Must be able to maintain bi-lateral hand movement skills. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Additional New Requirements: Ability to maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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