Simulation Faculty, Nursing Programs

THE OPPORTUNITY

This full time 12-month faculty position will teach in both the on-ground BSN program and in the Center for Simulation in the Foundations of Nursing Practice lab.  Additionally, under the direction of the Executive Director of Nursing and the Director of Simulation and Interprofessional Education this faculty will assist with development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of the Foundations Lab and Simulation curricula.  The Simulation Faculty will also engage in running simulations as directed by the Director of the CSIE. The Simulation Faculty will also collaborate and work in conjunction with the Simulation Technician to set up for labs and simulation.

Rank will be determined based on credentials and experience.

Who we are:

We are a team of dedicated educators who are working together to build an amazing program that supports students including first-generation students with a focus on the holistic student. We work tirelessly to educate and retain our students. As a result, we have exceeded national benchmarks through our approach to holistic coaching and data-driven, personalized instruction. Our educational model is student-focused, expects excellence, provides personalized support in a data-driven environment, while grounded by pillars of continuous improvement and innovation to structure our work.

Who you are:

You are: Driven to Succeed. You are energetic and passionate about a diverse student body that includes many first-generation students. To be successful teaching in this program, you must be committed to excellence in teaching and learning in Nursing in Higher Education. The position requires you to be agile, creative and engaging while offering a new curriculum and an unparalleled experience to undergraduate nursing students. Enthusiastic candidates have the belief that all students can be successful students. As an active team member, you believe in a supportive environment and a student-driven culture.

• Work collaboratively with Director CSIE, Simulation Technician and other stakeholders to develop, coordinate, implement and evaluate foundations labs and simulation-based education and events, learning objectives, case scenarios, program planning, evaluation tools and other needs of CSIE.
• Participate in event and scenario planning meetings to provide curriculum and learning objective expertise consistent with capabilities and limitations of Clinical Simulation Program staff, equipment and facilities to meet CSIE needs.
• Collaborate with Director CSIE to ensure simulation activities are properly mapped to course objectives and program outcomes with integration across the curriculum.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director of Nursing, Director of Simulation and Interprofessional Education, Simulation Technician, and faculty to achieve consistent, integrated application of simulation-based education and events, research and other activities with the mission, strategic priorities and objectives of the School of Nursing including (and not limited to) excellent patient care, enhanced safety, and improved outcome metrics across the system.
• Facilitate structured debriefings using evidence-based frameworks (e.g., Debriefing with Good Judgment or PEARLS) to promote reflective learning and clinical reasoning.
• Work collaboratively to conduct new faculty orientation on principles of simulation, educational techniques, debrief, and other activities as appropriate. Instruct faculty and others on technical aspects of operating simulators and equipment.
• Maintain open communication with faculty and staff working in the School of Nursing.
• Ensure appropriate fidelity and realism of simulation events including moulage, equipment, supplies, rooms & furniture to meet simulation-based learning objectives.
• Assure educational programs are in compliance with standards set forth by the appropriate accrediting bodies.
• Assist with set up of simulation scenarios and equipment.
• Participate in running simulate events and scenarios as appropriate.
• In collaboration with the Director CSIE develop and facilitate interprofessional simulation events with other disciplines within the university community to build teamwork and communication.
• Regularly review evaluation data from learners, faculty and staff to revise simulation experiences and align with best practices from INACSL, Standards of Best Practice and NLN/SSH.
• Explore and in collaboration with Director CSIE pilot emerging technologies (e.g., virtual simulation, augmented reality, AI-driven case simulations) to advance simulation fidelity and learner engagement.
• Participate in institutional efforts toward obtaining and/or maintaining simulation center accreditation from agencies such as the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH) or INACSL.
• In collaboration with Director CSIE design and implement individualized simulation-based remediation plans for students struggling with clinical performance or skill acquisition.
• Teach assigned course workload.

Technical:

• Develop technical proficiency with basic aspects of the operation, maintenance, support, troubleshooting, repair and replacement needs for all simulation equipment.
• Participate in preventative maintenance of equipment according to manufacturers’ recommendations and scheduled maintenance to ensure that equipment is operational.
• Be able to lift and maneuver manikins weighing 50+ pounds.

Required:

• Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Simulation or related field
• Minimum 2 years of recent clinical experience
• Unencumbered Illinois nursing license or ability to obtain

Preferred:

• Previous teaching experience in nursing or simulation-based education
• Experience leading simulation scenario design and debriefing
• Familiarity with simulation platforms (e.g., Laerdal LLEAP, SimCapture, CAE Maestro)
• Certification in simulation education or willingness to obtain within 1 year such as CHSE or CHSOS
• Experience with online/virtual simulation tools (e.g., vSim, SimX)
• Knowledge of accreditation standards from INACSL, NLN and SSH

NLU Inclusion Statement:

National Louis University is deeply committed to serving its community, advancing access and equity, and ensuring that all individuals are welcomed and valued.  We are dedicated to fostering a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion remain at the core of who we are. These are more than just words to us: they are truly a way of life for the NLU community. We recognize that differences in abilities, age, ethnicity, gender (identity and expression), race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and background bring richness to our work environment. We affirm diverse perspectives, innovative contributions, and authentic presentations of self from every member within the NLU community. We believe inclusion is grounded in the actions we intentionally take each day. Our goal is to inspire and empower NLU employees and community members to cultivate an environment where we collectively focus on uplifting and advancing our institutional culture.

At National Louis University, we offer our employees an innovative environment to work together and inspire the ideas that will make an impact. As our external environment changes, our employees are provided the opportunities and tools needed to grow both personally and professionally to remain successful. NLU employees and dependents are offered a wide range of benefits, including but not limited to, Health Insurance benefits, Retirement benefits, Paid Time Off and Educational Opportunities. Additional information regarding full-time faculty benefits can be found here.

NLU Faculty salaries are based on rank within each college.  The ranges for each rank for the Undergraduate College are listed below:

2024 UGC 10-Month Faculty Salary Ranges

Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.  Offers are based on multiple factors permitted by law, including but not limited to: budgetary considerations, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, current/previous faculty rank, market considerations, tenure and standing with the university (applicable to current employees), and internal equity.