Nursing Simulation Facilitator
Company: Mitchell College
Location: New London
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Mitchell College is conducting a national search for a Nursing
Simulation Facilitator to direct the simulation practice portion of
the courses in Mitchell College’s 4-year, direct entry bachelor of
nursing science (BSN) program. The incumbent’s work includes both
simulation program administration, and the development, delivery,
and evaluation of high-quality instruction for students in the
simulation lab setting. Responsibilities may include facilitating
nursing science laboratory and clinical instruction during
emergencies and other unforeseen events. Institutional-specific
duties are also required. Essential Duties: Under the direction of
Mitchell College’s Director of Nursing, the Nursing Simulation
Facilitator is accountable for these essential duties: Simulation
Administration Duties: The Nursing Simulation Facilitator oversees
all aspects of simulation operations at Mitchell College and serves
as the primary contact for simulation activities for students,
faculty, staff, and external partners. Responsibilities include
conducting annual and periodic maintenance of simulation equipment
and facilities, orienting and supporting faculty and staff in
simulation principles and activities, and recommending upgrades
based on advancements in simulation education. Additionally, the
coordinator is expected to develop an evidence-based simulation
policy and procedure manual that is in compliance with state and
federal standards. Other duties include developing and managing a
simulation budget, ordering and tracking simulation supplies and
reference materials, allocating resources in a cost-effective
manner, and completing an annual nursing simulation report.
Simulation Instruction Duties : The Nursing Simulation Facilitator
is accountable for facilitating high-quality student simulation
instruction across diverse simulation fidelities. The utilization
of nursing informatics and teaching strategies such as debriefing
sessions is essential. Specific instruction duties include serving
as a substitute clinical, laboratory, and simulation lab instructor
when faculty emergencies and unforeseen events occur.
Institutional-Specific Duties: The Nursing Simulation Facilitator
will attend and participate in convocation and commencement
ceremonies, serve on assigned committees and task forces, and
participate in professional, staff, and informational meetings.
Meetings and events are occasionally scheduled during evening and
weekend hours. Minimum Qualifications: Candidates are required to
have an active, unencumbered registered nurse (RN) license in the
state of Connecticut, a current certification in Basic Life Support
(BLS) cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and a minimum of a
Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited program of nursing. A
current certificate in simulation from an accredited organization
such as the International Nursing Association for Clinical
Simulation and Learning (INACSL) is also required. To be considered
for the position, candidates must have at least 2 years of
experience in simulation nursing instruction and evaluation
methods, knowledge of simulation course design, and familiarity
with the accreditation process at institutions of higher learning.
Candidates must possess a deep commitment to diversity. Incumbents
must have proven ability to effectively work with culturally,
linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and
students. They are expected to have excellent interpersonal, oral,
and written communication skills along with strong information
technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, and
TEAMS. Experience with learning management systems (LMS) such as
Moodle is also required. Individuals moving to the hiring process
must complete required health indicators such as immunizations
(e.g. MMR, chicken pox, influenza, and others required by clinical
agencies), titers, and tuberculosis screening at the time of
employment. Preferred Qualifications: An earned doctorate in
nursing such as a Ph.D., DNP, or Ed.D. from an accredited
institution of higher learning Professional portfolio with
demonstrated excellence in scholarship, teaching, and research Five
or more years of full-time experience in higher education Four or
more years of experience as a full-time nursing simulation
coordinator Four or more years of full-time experience with Ability
Based Education (ABE) Peer-reviewed publication in the nursing or
interdisciplinary healthcare journals and texts Current Certified
Nurse Educator (CNE) certification Current Advanced Life Support
(ALS) certification Current International Nursing Association for
Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL) certification Current
Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) certification
Resume and cover letter are required for full consideration.
Mitchell College is an Affirmative Action-Equal Opportunity
Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of
race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, political
affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
marital status, disability and genetic information, age, membership
in an employee organization or other non-merit factors.
Keywords: Mitchell College, New England , Nursing Simulation Facilitator, Healthcare , New London, Northeast
