Simulation Center Director

Monmouth University

Simulation Center Director

Department: School Of Nursing And Health Studies

Position Summary:

Monmouth University is seeking applications for a Simulation Center Director. Monmouth University, home of the Unterberg School of Nursing and Health Sciences, along with Monmouth Medical Center, part of the Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health Medical System and home of the Unterberg Children's Hospital, have established the Linda Grunin Healthcare Simulation Center, located on Route 36 in West Long Branch, New Jersey.

The Simulation Center is a newly constructed 7,000-square-foot facility composed of six standardized patient suites, four procedure/simulation labs designed to replicate medical/surgical, pediatrics, labor/delivery, and operating room hospital spaces, and learning and support spaces. The Simulation Center provides an opportunity for healthcare professionals and students from Monmouth University and Monmouth Medical Center, emergency medical technician (EMT) organizations, and other learners in the region to utilize the Center. The Simulation Director will lead, and supervise this state-of-the art facility.

The Simulation Director is responsible for the daily operation of the Simulation Center. The Simulation Director will oversee the preparation, maintenance, inventory and operation of all simulation equipment/supplies and collaborates with faculty and clinical partners to design, plan, implement, and schedule simulation activities. The Director will ensure adherence to simulation program policies, best practices and safety measures to attain course learning outcomes and objectives as well as program outcomes for the various disciplines. The Director is also responsible for hiring, training, and supervision of standardized patients.

This is a 12-month, full-time position. Evening or weekend shifts may be required. This is an administrative position with eligibility for faculty title and rank based on background and experience.

This is an on-campus, in-person, non-remote position.

Required Degree, License or Certifications:
Master's degree

Required Skills or Software:
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills

Required Years of Experience: 2

Other Requirements:

• Master's degree or higher in a healthcare discipline from an accredited school or equivalent relevant education, training and/or experience demonstrating the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of this position.
• Current New Jersey State license or eligibility in relevant healthcare discipline if applicable.
• Two (2) years of experience in healthcare simulation as an educator or simulation technician.
• Current clinical knowledge and two years of experience working in a healthcare field.
• Experience with technology and/or computer hardware or software, including PC and/or Mac platforms, MS Office and the ability to learn new technology and software programs quickly.
• Ability to meet challenges of adult learners with diverse backgrounds and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to work evening or weekend shifts, as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) or Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS).
• Managerial, program development, and team building experience.

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Posting Date: 03/22/2024

Closing Date:

Monmouth University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Multilingual individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.