Associate Director of Clinicals and Simulation (Hybrid BSN Program)
hace 6 días
Chattanooga
Position Title Associate Director of Clinicals and Simulation (Hybrid BSN Program) Description At Chattanooga College MDTC, Division of Nursing team members help implement our strategy of “Where a small school can make a BIG difference!!” The Associate Director of Clinicals and Simulation (Hybrid BSN Program) will provide leadership, coordination, and oversight of clinical and simulation learning experiences for hybrid BSN nursing students to support student success, program quality, and licensure readiness. This includes responsibilities such as clinical site coordination, simulation lab management, faculty and student support, instructional collaboration, and compliance monitoring. Ideal candidates must have excellent interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Candidates must be able to adapt to a fast-paced academic healthcare environment and manage multiple priorities and changing assignments. This is a professional instructional support position supporting the Division of Nursing. This role requires considerable interaction with students, nursing faculty, staff, and external clinical partners through individual meetings, group instruction, simulations, and site coordination. The Clinical and Simulation Experiential Manager is expected to possess extensive knowledge of clinical education requirements, simulation pedagogy, nursing curricula, accreditation standards, and regulatory compliance. They must be able to interpret individual student and faculty needs, provide guidance and support, and work effectively with individuals who may be stressed, confused, or navigating complex clinical requirements. Employees in this role can expect to support students and faculty regarding clinical placements, simulation activities, compliance requirements, and experiential learning outcomes; assist with decision-making related to clinical education and instructional strategies; and guide students toward successful program completion and licensure. This position requires strict adherence to confidentiality and accurate recordkeeping to ensure compliance with accreditation standards, institutional policies, and federal regulations. The role may also support institutional events such as orientation, clinical onboarding, simulations, and program evaluations. A strong commitment to equity, access, and student success is essential. Salary Range Salary is commensurate with experience. Responsibilities • Provides oversight and coordination of clinical and simulation experiences for a diverse population of hybrid BSN nursing students., • Assists with identifying, securing, and maintaining clinical placement sites in collaboration with the Program Director, Program Scheduler, and healthcare partners., • Serves as the primary liaison between the nursing program and external clinical agencies., • Ensures students and faculty meet all clinical compliance requirements, including health screenings, immunizations, and background checks., • Designs, implements, and evaluates high- and low-fidelity simulation experiences aligned with course and program outcomes., • Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots simulation equipment, manikins, and related instructional technologies., • Collaborates with faculty to integrate simulation and clinical experiences into the hybrid nursing curriculum., • Assists in the development and delivery of clinical and simulation instruction, including pre-briefings and debriefings., • Monitors student performance in clinical and simulation settings and provides support or remediation as appropriate., • Collects and analyzes data related to clinical and simulation outcomes to support continuous program improvement., • Ensures compliance with accreditation, regulatory, and licensure standards related to clinical and simulation education., • Maintains accurate documentation and records in compliance with institutional, accreditation, and federal requirements., • Provides training and support to faculty and staff on effective simulation use and clinical teaching strategies., • Maintains simulation labs and instructional environments that are safe, organized, and professional. Skills • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and clinical partners, • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in verbal and written formats, • Knowledge of clinical education, simulation-based learning, and nursing accreditation standards, • Technical proficiency with simulation hardware, software, learning management systems, and clinical tracking tools Education & Experience Education or Training: • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required, • Current, unencumbered RN multistate license (or eligibility to obtain), • Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) preferred Experience: • Minimum of 3 years of recent clinical nursing experience, • Minimum of 2 years of recent simulation experience, • Experience in pre-licensure nursing education required, • Experience in hybrid or online nursing programs preferred Other Requirements • Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed, • Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs, • Willingness to work in a hybrid environment with regular on-site responsibilities Please submit a two-minute video with your application explaining why you would be the best Clinical and Simulation Experiential Manager for Chattanooga College MDTC. Applications that do not include the required video submission will not be reviewed. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Chattanooga College MDTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Chattanooga College MDTC encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and is dedicated to providing equal access to employment opportunities.