Director of Healthcare Simulation and Innovative Learning

Company: Appalachian State University
Location: Boone
Posted on: April 2, 2025

Job Description:

Director of Healthcare Simulation and Innovative LearningBelow you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button.If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark this Posting link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link.Please see Special Instructions for more details.A complete application will include the following attachments:

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Reference List with contact information includedPosting DetailsRequest to Recruit Position Title: Director of Healthcare Simulation and Innovative LearningLocation: Boone, North CarolinaFaculty Rank: No Provide Rank N/APosition Number: 094241Department: Department of Nursing - 273300Minimum Qualifications
  • Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in healthcare, nursing, or other health-related field is required. Computer science and information technology applicants may be considered with documented health-related experience.
  • A minimum of two calendar years or the equivalent of experience in healthcare simulation.
  • Excellent clinical and communication skills.Preferred Qualifications
    • Master's degree or higher in education, instructional technology, nursing, or related field preferred. Prior post-secondary teaching, counseling, or advising experience is preferred.
    • Preparation in teaching and learning principles for adult education, student academic success coaching and evaluation and/or student mentoring.
    • Clinical expertise or education in multiple clinical areas is preferred, must have a strong medical/surgical background.
    • National certification(s) in healthcare simulation, such as CSHE (Certified Simulation Health Educator) or CHSOS (Certified Health Simulation Operations Specialist).Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesWith approximately 560 enrolled students, the Department of Nursing prepares nurse leaders and providers to advance the nursing profession through education, scholarship, and practice in service to the community. Programs include the pre-licensure BSN, the online RN to BSN, and the online MSN with a concentration in nursing education. All programs are fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The Department is in the process of developing a new DNP Family Nurse Practitioner program to begin in fall of 2026.Key responsibilities include:
      • Developing Simulation Programs: The provision of simulated patient care across a variety of healthcare settings and specialty event types is foundational to clinical learning. Creating realistic healthcare simulation scenarios for training purposes for individuals across the lifespan that include both routine and high-risk, low-occurrence events.
      • Curriculum Design: Collaborating with academic and instructional teams to design and implement learning activities that leverage innovative learning tools and techniques.
      • Technology Integration: Identifying and integrating emerging technologies that enhance learning outcomes, such as virtual reality, augmented reality, or artificial intelligence in clinical nursing education.
      • Faculty and Staff Training: Providing guidance and training for faculty and staff to effectively use simulation tools and technology in their teaching.
      • Assessment and Improvement: Evaluating the effectiveness of learning programs and simulations, making data-driven decisions to continuously improve educational offerings.
      • Collaboration: Working closely with other departments, external partners, or industry experts to stay current with trends and best practices in simulation and innovative learning.
      • Contributing to Team Success: Engage actively with fellow staff members of the nursing Simulation Lab, sharing knowledge and expertise to promote student success and support the ongoing improvement of learning technologies.
      • Overseeing the maintenance, calibration, and repair of simulation equipment, ensuring all systems and technologies are fully functional and up to date. This includes coordinating routine inspections, troubleshooting technical issues, and managing relationships with vendors for repairs or upgrades.Type of PositionFull Time Position Staff/Non-FacultyAppointment Type1.00Work Schedule/HoursStandard is M-F, 8-5. Monday through Friday, some occasional evenings and weekends may be required during special events.Number of Hours Per Week40Number of Months Per Year12Mandatory StaffNoSuggested Salary Range$65,000 - $75,000Physical Demands of PositionTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Posting Details InformationPosting Date: 02/07/2025Closing Date: 03/02/2025Open Until Filled: NoEvaluation of Applications Begins: 02/10/2025Proposed Date of Hire: 04/07/2025Special Instructions to ApplicantsA complete application will include the following attachments:
        • CV/Resume
        • Cover Letter
        • Reference List with contact information includedSearch Chair Name: Gregory MarlerSearch Chair Email: marlergs@appstate.eduQuick Link: Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents
          • Resume
          • Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
          • List of References with Contact InformationOptional Documents
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