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Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Associate Director SIM and Nursing Laboratories (24-25)

Employer
DePaul University
Location
Illinois, United States
Salary
$84,700 - $94,900
Date posted
Jan 24, 2025
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The Director of Simulation & Clinical Learning Laboratories provides oversight, direction, and support of simulation and clinical learning laboratory experiences in collaboration with faculty and staff to ensure quality and continuity in the achievement of course student learning outcomes (CSLOs) for all programs.

What You Will Do in This Role

  • Provide oversight for instructional support in the simulation laboratory for students and faculty to improve competencies and skills in meeting course student learning outcomes (CSLOs) through simulation experiences. Participate in alignment with the curriculum of programs using simulation. 
  • Oversee the development, implementation, and revision of simulation experiences that are based on registered and practical/vocational nursing curricula. 
  • Conducts performance appraisals or provides feedback of simulation and clinical learning laboratory faculty effectiveness in support of student learning and curriculum outcome requirements. 
  • Oversee integration of necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes, especially in relation to promotion of safe and effective care into simulation and clinical learning lab experiences. 
  • Oversee orientation, training, and ongoing professional development in the use of simulation in nursing education according to International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL) Standards of Best Practice. 
  • Develop and conduct evaluations related to the effectiveness of simulated learning. 
  • Maintains data to regarding student achievement of CSLOs through Simulation and Clinical Learning Lab experiences and provides quarterly analysis of the data and recommendations to improve quality and continuity to the Dean and Program Directors. 
  • Participate and provide input into college-wide Simulation and Clinical Learning Lab Committees. 
  • Serve as a liaison with area universities/schools, healthcare organizations, regulatory bodies, and professional organizations regarding policy changes that affect the use of simulation and the simulation/clinical learning laboratory. 
  • Conduct scholarly research related to simulated learning that is consistent with organizational needs to improve the value of campus-based simulations and contribute to the science of the profession. 
  • Maintain and update simulation laboratory to include, but not limited to: identifying software; supply and equipment needs; monitoring simulation equipment; troubleshooting; and resolving staffing problems. 
  • Ensure Clinical Learning Lab & Simulation Lab inventories are conducted at least annually. 
  • Provide input to the Dean and Program Directors regarding long-range planning for the use of simulation in the registered and practical/vocational nursing programs. 
  • Supervise Clinical Learning Laboratory Coordinator, Simulation Coordinator, Simulation graduate assistants,  as available. 
  • Collaborate with the Clinical Learning Laboratory Coordinator and Simulation Lab Coordinator for scheduling use of simulation lab and clinical learning lab. 
  • Assist with campus tours and mock simulations that showcase the value of simulated education in nursing. 
  • Maintain relationships with area colleges, universities, professional organizations, hospitals, and other healthcare agencies. 
  • Stay current with developments in the field of simulation technology and learning theories. 
  • Make recommendations to the Dean for additional purchases of simulation equipment.

About the School of Nursing

DePaul's School of Nursing offers Master's Entry into Nursing Practice, MSN-specialty, RN-MSN (online), DNP, and Nurse Practitioner tracks and certificates. Nursing Programs are focused on community engagement, service learning in vulnerable communities, social justice and excellent safe quality nursing care. Faculty and students are engaged in Community Based Service Learning experiences in over 60 community sites in the Chicago area. Students are also in clinical sites at over 50 health care institutions.  

About the College 

 

The College of Science and Health is the third largest college at DePaul, enrolling over 3,000 students. The college includes programs in mathematics, psychology, physics and astrophysics, environmental science and studies, chemistry and biochemistry, biology, neuroscience, health sciences and nursing. The College of Science and Health provides high quality, personalized, accessible science and health education to a diverse student body, grounded in the values of St. Vincent de Paul. Our teaching and research advance knowledge and service to society. The College is located on DePaul’s Lincoln Park campus.

About the University

With an overall enrollment of over 21,000 students, DePaul is the nation’s twelfth largest private non-profit university. DePaul University seeks applicants that reflect the diversity of its student body and the city of Chicago. Applicants who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and who can contribute to an inclusive climate are encouraged to identify their experiences in these areas. Women and members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

 

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to successfully perform the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Unencumbered Licensure in Illinois as a Registered Nurse. 
  • Education: Minimum of Doctoral Degree with a major in nursing from an accredited institution required. Attainment of Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) credential within six (6) months of assuming the position. 
  • Experience: Minimum of five (5) years current experience as a practicing Registered Nurse and/or Nurse Practitioner. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in simulation education. 
  • Special Qualifications: Organizational and planning skills; knowledge of the function and operation of the various simulation models available in the simulation/clinical learning laboratory and VR technology. Effective written and oral communication skills. Microsoft 360, LMS, word processing, spreadsheet and/or database. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people. Attention to detail and follow through. 
  • Physical/Mental Demands & Work Environment: Position requires critical thinking, reading, planning, preparing, evaluating, and decision making. Physical demands in classroom and office are minimal and considered sedentary work with occasional lifting and/or carrying such articles as supplies, files, and books (25 pounds minimum). Operation of standard office equipment such as phone, computer, classroom projector, and printer/scanner, occurs on a frequent basis. 
  • Degree of Supervision: Minimal. 

Application Instructions

Provide CV, Cover Letter, and 3 contacts for Confidential Letters of Recommendation that may be contacted electronically by the Interfolio site.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates will not be considered until all the above materials are received. Applications submitted by February 1, 2025, will receive priority consideration. For further questions about this position, please contact Dr. Roxanne Spurlark, search commitee chair at RSPURLAR@depaul.edu.
 

General Compensation/Benefits Statement:
DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. 

 

The salary range for this 12-month position is $84,700 - $94,900, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

 

DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/Pages/default.aspx.

About DePaul University's Academic Calendar:
Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length.  The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

EEO Statement

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, martial status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcomed and supported.

Required Background Check:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check.  Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check. 

Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:

Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire.  A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is a reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected.  For more information, please visit the following pages:  

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)

Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act

Safety and Security Statement - Clery Act:

A copy of DePaul University's Safety and Security Information Report and Fire Safety Report is available upon request.  The report includes statistics about crimes that occurred on campus and public property immediately adjacent to campus.  The report includes institutional policies concerning campus security, sexual assault and other matters.  It also includes fire statistics, fire safety practices and standards of the institution.  A copy of this report can be obtained by contacting the Crime Prevention Office at 773-325-7775 or by visiting the DePaul Public Safety website at http://publicsafety.depaul.edu .

Title IX Statement:

Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX responsibilities.  At DePaul University, the Interim Title IX Coordinator is Molly Lamping Fleck.  Her office is located in Lincoln Park on the 3rd floor of the Student Center, 2250 N. Sheffield Avenue.  She can be reached at 312-362-8970, or titleixcoordinator@depaul.edu.

 

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