Director of Simulation, Full Time, College of Nursing
Posting Start Date: 11/5/26
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors Job OverviewThis leadership position will play a pivotal role in overseeing simulation education and operations of the College of Nursing Simulation and Skills Lab. This position will direct, coordinate, develop, implement and evaluate educational, operational and financial activities in supporting the Skills Lab. The Director will report to the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Operations and Accreditation and will work closely with faculty, staff, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure simulation standards are met in the delivery of simulation education. This position will provide supervision to the members of the Simulation team consisting of the Simulation Coordinator and Simulation Operations Specialists.
Essential Functions- Developing, evaluating, and documenting simulation curricula based on the Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice (INACSL, 2021), the latest evidence, and Ohio State Board of Nursing rule and law.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to create human simulation experiences solutions to achieve the educational goals and objectives for programs.
- Coach faculty, staff and others in best uses of simulation experiences to achieve educational goals and objectives of their program(s).
- In collaboration with College leadership, develop plans for facility expansion in order to meet evolving needs and new simulation best practices.
- Advising leadership on long-range planning for simulation.
- Ensuring the maintenance and updating of the physical space and ordering of supplies.
- Developing and implementing interprofessional simulation activities.
- Developing and managing graduate simulation using simulated patients.
- Supervising simulation center assigned faculty and staff.
- Participating in program meetings and governance.
- Submits reports to leadership on simulation activities.
- Coordinates and collaborates with other academic health center simulation leads.
- Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
Required EducationMaster's Degree
Required Trainings/Certifications- Unencumbered Ohio Registered Nursing License.
- Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) or must obtain within the first year of employment. This certification is offered by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH).
Required ExperienceSix (6) years of nursing experience including two (2) years of experience designing, facilitating and evaluating simulation in a higher education or healthcare setting and two (2) years of supervisory experience in either an academic, simulation laboratory, or healthcare setting
Additional Qualifications Considered- Doctor of Nursing Practice or PhD in Nursing
- 1 year teaching experience in Higher Education
Application Process InformationApplicants are required to submit a resume, three (3) references and a cover letter to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without all materials as required will not be reviewed.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment- Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Compensation and BenefitsUC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: $81,000 - $91,000 commensurate with experience
Comprehensive Tuition RemissionUC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement PlansAs a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life BalanceUC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:- Competitive salary of $81,000 - $91,000 commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
- Professional development & mentorship opportunities
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