Clinical Instructor, Simulation

Job Title:
Clinical Instructor, Simulation

Full or Part Time:
Part
time

Hours:
16

Exempt:
No

Supervisory Org:
Nursing – NU Lab (JM-CP)

Job
Description:

WAGE RANGE: $35-$40/hour

JOB SUMMARY: The Clinical Instructor, Simulation will assist in
facilitating simulation experiences for first-semester nursing students (N1 level) during their long-term care semester. This part-time
position plays a key role in supporting a dynamic and realistic learning environment where students can practice clinical decision-making,
teamwork, and communication skills in a safe, simulated setting.

This position will primarily involve working every Monday and
Tuesday throughout the semester during weeks when N1 simulations are scheduled. Outside of those weeks, hours are flexible throughout the
semester and during the summer. Additional days and hours may be available.

We are especially interested in candidates with long-term
care experience, as this aligns with the focus of the N1 curriculum. Having a content expert in this area is a tremendous asset when
designing and facilitating realistic simulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate and support nursing
  simulation sessions for N1 students, including setup, operation, and debriefing.
• Prepare simulation equipment, manikins, and lab
  spaces prior to sessions and ensure proper cleanup afterward.
• Operate and troubleshoot simulation technology.
• Collaborate
  with faculty and simulation staff to deliver effective, evidence-based learning experiences.
• Assist in guiding students through
  simulation scenarios, reinforcing critical thinking and clinical reasoning.
• Participate in maintaining simulation supplies,
  equipment, and inventory.
• Support ongoing quality improvement of simulation activities.
• Perform other duties as
  assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

General supervision is received from the Simulation Lab Coordinator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required (preferably in nursing); will consider a bachelor’s in a related or
  applicable field.
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Michigan.
• Strong technical aptitude
  with the ability to quickly learn new simulation and audiovisual technologies.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal
  skills.
• Ability to create a supportive and engaging learning environment.
• Consistent availability on Mondays and Tuesdays.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community.
• Ability to perform the essential
  duties of the position with or without accommodations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
  or related field.
• Previous experience in nursing education, simulation facilitation, or clinical instruction.
• Familiarity
  with simulation software and high-fidelity manikins.
• Background in long-term care nursing.

WORKING
CONDITIONS:

• Duties are generally performed inside and not exposed to adverse conditions.
• All work associated with this
  role must be performed within the state of Michigan.

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the
essential functions of the job. It shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may
be inherent in the job. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work
of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude
other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

About SVSU:

Saginaw Valley State
University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus
in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. SVSU was
recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for 9 consecutive years (2016-2024).

SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning,
and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of
Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have
engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic
preparation.

SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses,
foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and
university levels. SVSU is constructing the first university research facility on Lake Huron to improve public health and the economy in the
Saginaw Bay watershed.

More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among
public universities in the U.S. (2018-2025). SVSU fields 20 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23
students. For more information, please visit our website, http://www.svsu.edu.

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