Job Summary
The Nursing Simulation and Skills Lab Coordinator/Assistant or Clinical Assistant Professor is responsible for the leadership, administration, and continuous enhancement of the Nursing Simulation and Clinical Skills Laboratories in support of undergraduate and graduate nursing education. This position oversees the planning, organization, scheduling, and implementation of clinical skills and simulation-based learning experiences that align with program outcomes and accreditation standards while ensuring the effective and efficient utilization of laboratory resources.
The Coordinator/Professor manages the daily operations of the simulation and clinical skills laboratories, including equipment preparation and maintenance, inventory control, supply management, scheduling, and laboratory readiness. The position ensures that simulation and skills lab environments remain current, functional, and supportive of high-quality educational experiences through ongoing evaluation of equipment, technology, and instructional resources.
Working collaboratively with nursing faculty, the Coordinator/Professor integrates simulation-based learning throughout the curriculum, develops and implements realistic clinical scenarios, and supports course objectives related to clinical reasoning, patient care, interprofessional collaboration, and clinical skill development. The individual provides direct instruction and supervision to undergraduate and graduate nursing students within simulation and clinical skills settings and serves as a resource for faculty and students to enhance clinical competency, assessment skills, and evidence-based nursing practice.
As a faculty member, the Coordinator/Professor is responsible for teaching in the undergraduate and/or graduate nursing courses, maintaining regular office hours, advising and mentoring students, assessing student learning outcomes, participating in curriculum development, program evaluation, and accreditation activities. The typical teaching load is 6 didactic and/or laboratory and/or simulation credit hours per semester, consistent with divisional workload expectations. Teaching responsibilities may include lecture, laboratory, simulation, clinical, hybrid, and online instruction, with assignments scheduled during day, evening, or weekend hours as needed.
The position also includes active participation in divisional, college, and professional service activities, including committee work, faculty meetings, community engagement, and ongoing professional development. The Coordinator/Professor is expected to maintain clinical expertise and remain current in simulation pedagogy, nursing practice standards, healthcare technologies, and emerging trends in nursing education.
This is a full-time, 12-month, on-campus position requiring regular attendance five (5) days per week, with scheduling flexibility based on student, program, division, and college needs.
Essential Responsibilities
Simulation and Clinical Skills Laboratory Coordination
- Coordinate all clinical skills and simulation activities for undergraduate and graduate nursing students, ensuring effective scheduling and optimal utilization of simulation and skills laboratory spaces.
- Maintain operational readiness of all laboratory areas by preparing spaces for clinical skills practice and simulation sessions, securing and staging equipment and supplies needed to support planned learning activities.
- Implement, update, monitor, and assist in the development of simulation and clinical skills laboratory policies, procedures, scheduling processes, and operational workflows.
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the simulation and clinical skills laboratories, including identifying equipment needs, conducting inventory assessments, maintaining adequate supplies, and ensuring fiscally responsible ordering and resource utilization.
- Monitor, schedule, and coordinate the use, sign-out, movement, maintenance, and repair of simulation laboratory equipment and materials.
- Maintain and operate simulation laboratory technology and equipment, including troubleshooting issues and collaborating with Information Technology personnel and external vendors to ensure functionality and timely service.
- Support routine maintenance processes by coordinating repairs, reporting malfunctioning equipment, and ensuring timely vendor support as needed.
- Maintain appropriate inventories of supplies, linens, equipment, and instructional materials for simulation and nursing skills laboratories.
- Comply with OSHA regulations and conduct inspections related to the safe storage, handling, and disposal of sensitive materials and equipment.
- Provide input for budget preparation related to simulation and clinical skills laboratory equipment, supplies, and instructional materials.
Simulation-Based Education and Instruction
- Participate in the delivery of simulation-based education using standardized principles and evidence-based simulation practices in collaboration with nursing faculty and Program Directors.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary faculty to create, prepare, document, implement, and revise simulated patient experiences and skills-based learning activities that support course and clinical objectives.
- Assist faculty in establishing, evaluating, and revising critical elements and competency standards for clinical skills performance.
- Provide direct instruction and supervision to undergraduate and graduate nursing students within the skills laboratory, clinical, and simulation environments.
- Supervise and evaluate undergraduate nursing students during clinical practice, observational, and simulation learning experiences.
- Accurately complete and submit required clinical evaluation documentation, including weekly, midterm, and final student performance assessments.
- Identify students experiencing clinical or skills performance difficulties and participate in remediation and student support activities.
- Correlate clinical instruction with didactic coursework and incorporate principles of adult learning into the planning and implementation of clinical education experiences.
- Create and maintain a learning environment that actively engages students and supports professional growth and clinical competency development.
- Coordinate with clinical site personnel and clinicians to facilitate student patient assignments and clinical learning opportunities.
Collaboration, Communication, and Program Support
- Communicate effectively with Program Directors, faculty, Information Technology staff, support personnel, vendors, and clinical partners to support program operations and instructional continuity.
- Guide and direct support staff in preparing simulation and clinical skills areas to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with course and program needs.
- Participate in pre-semester and post-semester planning, evaluation, and curriculum review meetings related to clinical skills and simulation activities.
- Collaborate with Program Directors and interdisciplinary faculty to support interprofessional education, practice, simulation activities, and skills-based learning initiatives.
- Provide orientation, guidance, and support for new faculty, adjunct instructors, and support staff involved in simulation and clinical skills instruction.
- Participate in divisional, departmental, College, and program meetings, initiatives, and events to support instructional quality, program continuity, and institutional goals.
- Collaborate with academic leadership to support instructional excellence, accreditation standards, and regulatory compliance, including providing reports and data required for CCNE accreditation and NYSED compliance.
Quality Improvement, Assessment, and Professional Development
- Support quality improvement initiatives for simulation and clinical skills programs through participation in evaluation, assessment, utilization tracking, and ongoing program review activities.
- Support data collection and internal reporting processes related to simulation utilization, student participation, clinical outcomes, and quality indicators.
- Maintain current knowledge of clinical practice standards, simulation technology, educational methodologies, and evidence-based teaching practices through continuing education, professional development activities, conferences, and seminars.
- Demonstrate effective problem-solving skills, adaptability, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize responsibilities within a dynamic educational environment.
Professionalism and Institutional Values
- Serve as a professional role model by fostering open communication, collaboration, accountability, respect, and positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, visitors, and community partners.
- Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the mission and values of Keuka College in all professional interactions.
- Maintain a professional presence that supports a positive, inclusive, and student-centered learning culture.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A master’s degree in nursing is required.
- Must hold a current unencumbered license as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
- Become a Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) within 2 years.
- Recent experience in the simulation/lab environment with excellent clinical skills.
- Excellent planning, verbal and written communication, scheduling, and organizational skills.
- Teaching and student support experience.
- Computer experience with Microsoft Office and ability to quickly gain proficiency in college software systems (e.g., Moodle LMS, Slate CRM)
- Ability to be sensitive to and respond to needs/concerns of students, faculty, college staff, and the public.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other health professionals.
Physical Requirements:
- Occasional lifting of boxes, supplies, etc., generally less than 25 lbs.
- Some evening and weekend hours are required.
As a Keuka College employee, you will be expected to:
- Maintain a professional and courteous attitude toward co-workers and customers and represent the College and its programs and policies in a positive and professional manner.
- Attend training and related initiatives to support teaching and learning effectiveness.
- Demonstrate integrity and confidentiality by supporting the College’s mission, vision, and values and adhering to institutional policies.
- Protect student privacy in accordance with all FERPA policies.
Application Materials Required
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit the following:
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Transcripts demonstrating completion of a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- Copy of a current, unencumbered New York State Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license
- Copies of all applicable professional certifications, including:
- Current CPR Certification
- Any additional nursing or simulation-related certifications held
Incomplete application materials may delay or prevent consideration for this position.
Employee Benefits Overview
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- Financial assistance for educational expenses, enabling professional growth and development.
- Protection for you and your loved ones with employer-sponsored life insurance coverage.
- Generous paid time off includes holidays and sick leave to ensure work-life balance.
- Retirement benefits eligible on the 1st day of employment and matching contributions after 6 months of employment
- Access to confidential counseling and support services for mental health and personal matters through the Employee Assistance Program
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- Mission-Driven: Empowering students to lead, serve, and succeed.
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- Strong Community: A caring, respectful culture rooted in integrity and leadership.
- Student-Centered: Dedicated to the success of every student.
- Professional Growth & Balance: Support for your development and well-being.
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