Nine-Month Simulation and Practical Nursing Faculty

Nine-Month Simulation and Practical Nursing Faculty­

Wytheville Community College (WCC) is seeking a candidate for the Simulation and Practical Nursing nine-month faculty position. The position will provide Nursing Simulation primarily to the Practical Nursing program but when needed also to the Associate Nursing Programs at WCC’s Crossroad Simulation (Sim) Hospital located at the Crossroads Institute in Galax, VA. In addition to providing quality simulation for WCC nursing students, the position will provide instruction to the Practical Nursing program. Teaching responsibilities may include classroom, clinical, and campus laboratory instruction. The position may require clinical travel; some evening and weekend classes and clinicals; active participation in nursing faculty, curriculum development and team-teaching meetings; and other activities. The position will be primarily housed at the Crossroads Institute in Galax, but the position may require limited responsibilities at any college locations as needs are requested. The faculty member’s role encompasses learning facilitation, personal and professional development, and institutional and community service.

Primary responsibilities for this position are as follows:

Simulation
Collaborate with the simulation Coordinator to develop simulation curricula to support program and course outcomes in all WCC Health Profession and Medical Service programs;
Conduct debriefing within scope of knowledge or assist content expert with debriefing;
Set up and maintenance of computer-based training programs for simulation for the Crossroads Sim Hospital;
Coordinate and supervise the general operation of the Crossroads Sim Hospital simulation to provide a wide variety of patient simulation experiences;
Act as the primary contact for scheduling the Crossroads Sim Hospital;
Collaborate with the Simulation Coordinator on the regular maintenance and repair of all simulation equipment, including:
Human patent simulators (HPS), computers, monitors and a variety of patient simulation experiences; Audiovisual and debriefing systems; communicate effectively with manufacturers regarding warranty, maintenance, repair, update and technology changes; and coordinate upgrades to software and equipment as needed.
Collaborate with the Simulation Coordinator to provide technical support for task trainers and multimedia peripherals including, but not limited to:
Beds/examination tables, headwalls, patient monitors, and other health equipment;
Medication dispensing systems; and
Vital sign monitors.
Organize and restock simulation laboratory supplies;
Oversee the set up and take down of simulation laboratory equipment-allowing for turnover of the simulation lab set up as necessary to accommodate multiple groups;
Provide recommendations for equipment and supply purchase anticipating future changes in technology;
Ensures safety for all users;
Maintain laboratory to meet regulation and accreditation standards;
Collaborate with the simulation coordinator to develop simulation protocols for each course;
Coordinate the Crossroads Sim Hospital training for all users of the simulation laboratory including faculty;
Provide orientation to new simulation lab staff and oversee their training;
Schedule simulation laboratory staff to support learning activities;
Maintain learner confidentiality;
Troubleshoot and revise problematic nursing simulation lab assignments as requested by instructors; and
Collaborate with instructors to determine what simulation is needed for weekly instruction.

Teaching
Teach a minimum of 10-13 contact hours per semester. Teaching range may vary to meet required simulation needs each semester;
Fill-in for instructors (lecture and/or lab) when necessary;
Establish and maintain a student-focused classroom/lab teaching and learning environment conducive to student success;
Design and implement teaching methods and strategies which complement lecture with lab instruction;
Acquire skills for teaching online courses and other emerging teaching innovations and delivery methods; and
Collaborate with Practical Nursing Program Head to develop and use a syllabus and calendar for each course or laboratory within program guidelines.

Other Duties
Communicate effectively with all educators, administrative staff and technical support staff;
Coordinate tours of the Crossroads Sim Hospital;
Prepare and submit instructional records, reports, grades, and all other required paperwork in a timely, efficient manner meeting all deadlines, checking for accuracy, correctness, and completeness of all data;
Exert an effort to remain current in discipline and instructional methods through professional development activities offered by the college and other opportunities including attendance at off-campus activities, webinars, etc., as feasible;
Must maintain current unrestricted license to practice as a registered nurse in Virginia;
Participate in program and curriculum review; offering suggestions concerning the improvement of curriculum in keeping with the mission and vison of the College;
Serve on the Practical Nursing Advisory Committee;
Participate in discipline, departmental, divisional, and institutional meetings, including service on college standing committees, and other announced co-curricular activities of the college;
Maintain proper communication and supportive relationships at all times with all other units and branches of the college;
Assist in the recruitment and retention efforts of the college; and
Perform other duties as assigned.

KSA’s/Required Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing with current CPR certification;
• Unrestricted license to practice as an RN in Virginia upon hire;
• Commitment to obtain certification as a Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator;
• Possess a valid driver’s license;
• Experience as a registered nurse providing direct care;
• Can demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills;
• Computer literacy in PC-based programming (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, etc.); and
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to providing a quality education for our students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Nursing;
• Teaching experience in nursing;
• Clinical nursing experience in medical surgical, obstetrics, and pediatric nursing;
• Experience working with students in the clinical setting;
• Certified as a Healthcare Simulation Educator and experience in providing nursing simulations (SimCapture Pro Cloud, etc.);
• Demonstrated flexibility in working with others and meeting the needs of a diverse student population; and
• BLS/ACLS instructor.

For full description and to apply, visit https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/47333

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.