College of Nursing Simulation Center Faculty Positions

Overview

Details Simulation Center Faculty Position

Instructor, Assistant Professor, or Associate Professor (Clinical). The University of Utah College of Nursing (CON) seeks full time and part time faculty members to collaborate in teaching, curricular development, and integration of simulation pedagogy.

• Develop curriculum and facilitate simulation scenarios using Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice (HSSBP).
• Contribute to developing and implementing a mentoring process for simulation faculty facilitators and simulation educators.
• Collaborate with University of Utah Hospital simulation educators to develop and maintain supportive relationships among faculty and staff.
• Assist in creating and reviewing simulation scenarios and programs to ensure alignment with HSSBP and national accreditation standards.
• Work closely with the Executive Director of Simulation to maintain simulation operations, including staffing, equipment, and supplies.
• Work closely with lead faculty of undergraduate Foundations of Clinical Nursing course; this will include teaching a clinical group one day per week (classroom and simulation center) and collaborating to prepare weekly lab set-up guides.
• Develop and teach skills practice labs for undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Develop and lead community outreach activities (summer camp, HS tours, etc.).

Additional responsibilities include providing ongoing feedback for program and curriculum development, assisting in selecting, supervising, and evaluating simulation faculty facilitators, participating on CON committees, and professional activities/service. Developing clinically focused scholarship is an expectation for long-term retention and career advancement.

• Graduation from a regionally accredited nursing program is required. A master's degree in nursing or related field is also required. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Doctor of Education (EdD), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or enrollment in a PhD, EdD or DNP program is preferred.
• Relevant health care experience.
• Expertise in clinical simulation:
  Experience and/or certification as Healthcare Simulation Educator (from Society for Simulation in Healthcare) or eligibility for certification within one year of hire. Experience facilitating high-quality simulation scenarios using HSSBP.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively with other members of health care and academic teams.
• Ability to work independently to complete projects.

Qualified candidates must hold or be eligible for a Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in Utah. Work is performed on campus at the Annette Poulson Cumming Building.

The College of Nursing: The CON is an integral part of University of Utah Health. We are committed to serving the people of Utah and beyond by continually improving health and quality of life. We strive for excellence in education, research, and clinical care. Please visit the College of Nursing website to learn more.

The University of Utah: The University of Utah is a Big 12 institution located in Salt Lake City, Utah. Please visit the University of Utah pages for more information.

Interested candidates should apply online at

The application requires:
1) curriculum vitae
2) cover letter
3) teaching philosophy
4) three letters of recommendation from individuals external to the University of Utah and U of U Health. Letters must be signed, dated, and on letterhead. For additional information, contact Dr. Sheila Deyette, Career-line Search Committee Chair etteh.edu or Cami Zollinger, Faculty Affairs Manager lingerh.edu.

The University of Utah Health is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. This organization values candidates who are committed to a culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust. Department: 02387 - CON - UEEPP Division. City:
Salt Lake City, UT. Track:
Non Tenure Track. Open Until Filled:
Yes.

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