Description:

Job Description Summary:

The Adjunct Simulation Educator (SE) operates under the direct supervision of the Director or Executive Director of the Health Sciences Simulation Center. In this role, the SE supports simulation-based learning (SBL) and other immersive learning modalities across all Samuel Merritt University (SMU) campuses. The Simulation Educator plays a critical part in delivering high-quality, experiential education to prepare skilled and compassionate healthcare professionals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Simulation Education Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensure best practices are being followed in the implementation of SBL.
• Serve as an accessible resource and support person for SMU faculty as they integrate SBL strategies into their curricula.
• Provide focused support to faculty from the School of Nursing or entities external to SMU, as assigned.
• Facilitate implementation of simulation scenarios for learners, including debriefing.

All HSSC members are expected to: 

• Effectively utilize TeamSTEPPSTM tools and strategies to enhance team performance and communication.
• Engage in community outreach service by participating in or leading educational sessions within the HSSC for community and youth groups.

I Educator Responsibilities

Implement established SBL Sessions

• Observe SMU faculty who are leading a SBL activity to ensure current, evidence-based standards are met.
• Act as a mentor/coach to SMU faculty during a SBL activity to provide feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Mentor faculty in effective debriefing practices that promote reflective learning.
• Collaborate with the Simulation Technology Specialist (STS) in the implementation of simulation to assure the STS is aware of the necessary tech support, the SBL plan for the session, and the required setup for the session.
• Utilize the Educational Management Solutions (EMS) AV and database management systems effectively.

Design-Develop-Implement-Evaluate new SBL Sessions

• Act as an expert resource to faculty in simulation-based learning (SBL) design and delivery.
• Collaborate with SMU faculty to develop and implement SBL activities into their curricula.
• Use evidence-based methods/ SBL theories to design, implement, and evaluate simulation curricula including debriefing and assessment.
• Facilitate university-wide interprofessional education (IPE) activities/initiatives with SMU faculty across programs.
• Collaborate with SMU faculty to develop and/or utilize existing assessment tools to evaluate learner competency.
• Collaborate with the Simulation Technology Specialist (STS) in the implementation of simulation to assure the STS is aware of the necessary tech support, the SBL plan for the session, and the required setup for the session.
• Be accountable for maintaining the library of scenarios used in programs under your designated oversight (e.g., pre-licensure nursing, graduate nursing programs. PT, etc.)     

Develop Simulation-Based Learning Curricula

• Act as an expert resource to faculty in SBL design and delivery, emphasizing thoughtful, cohesive, longitudinal integration of SBL throughout an academic program’s entire curriculum.

• Collaborate with SMU faculty to develop and implement SBL activities into their curricula.
• Demonstrate best practices as identified by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare in their curriculum for Certification in Healthcare Simulation Education.
• Observe SMU faculty who are leading a SBL activity to ensure current, evidence-based standards are met.
• Act as a mentor/coach to SMU faculty during a SBL activity to provide feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Mentor faculty in effective debriefing practices that promote reflective learning.
• Facilitate university-wide interprofessional education (IPE) activities/initiatives with SMU faculty across programs.

Assess & Evaluate Simulation Based Learning

• Use evidence-based methods and theoretical frameworks relevant to SBL to design, implement, and evaluate simulation curricula.
• Observe SMU faculty who are leading a SBL activity to ensure current, evidence-based standards are met.
• Act as a mentor/coach to SMU faculty during a SBL activity to provide feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Collaborate with SMU faculty to develop and/or utilize existing assessment tools to evaluate learner competency.
• Actively engage in continuous quality improvement of HSSC services by:
  • Meeting with faculty on a periodical basis to review all curricular documents of SBL activities currently implemented
  • Performing routine critical reviews with faculty of all SBL session learning objectives, confirming that they are relevant and in alignment with course learning outcomes, program learning outcomes and Institutional learning outcomes
  • Facilitating active, creative brainstorming with faculty groups around other SBL activities/scenarios to consider integrating into curricula

Provide faculty development opportunities

• Act as an expert resource to faculty in simulation-based learning (SBL) design and delivery.
• Collaborate with SMU faculty to develop and implement SBL activities into their curricula.
• Demonstrate best practices as identified by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare in their curriculum for Certification in Healthcare Simulation Education.
• Act as a mentor/coach to SMU faculty during a SBL activity to provide feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Mentor faculty in effective debriefing practices that promote reflective learning.
• Collaborate with SMU faculty to develop and/or utilize existing assessment tools to evaluate learner competency.

II. RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Advocate for an innovative approach to all HSSC services and products

• Be the person who constantly asks, "How might we...? How might we improve X...or completely reimagine Y...or find a new way to accomplish Z".
• Maintain awareness of current trends in teaching and learning, focusing on simulation and other immersive learning modalities for healthcare professional education.
• Complete critical analyses of academic and lay literature, as well as vendor/marketing information to make productive contributions to HSSC team decisions regarding services and products.

Support the HSSC Research Agenda

• Engage in scholarly work according to SMU guidelines for scholarship in accordance with Institutional Review Board policies for Human Subjects research.
• Collaborate with HSSC team colleagues and SMU faculty in the conduct of research efforts involving the HSSC following consultation with the HSSC methodologist to ensure ethical and legal considerations are met.
• Represent the HSSC through the dissemination of research findings at professional conferences and/or publication.
• Negotiate faculty workload hours for individual scholarly endeavors with HSSC Director.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s degree in a health profession, education or simulation
• Prefer a minimum of 6 months experience in simulation based teaching and learning
• Past experience as a Simulation Educator
• CHSE certified preferred
• Ability to collaborate as a team member
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
• Ability to adjust to frequent changes in priorities, project needs and workflow.
• Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to simulator functions preferred.

Employee Status:

Fixed Term

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

Time Type:

Part time

Job Shift:

Pay Range:

Pay Range for Faculty Pay Range for Faculty Based on teaching assignment, a reasonable estimate for this position is between $600 - $8000.

Organization:

At Samuel Merritt University (SMU), we are dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive community committed to advancing healthcare through exceptional education, compassionate care, and community service. Known for our leading-edge programs in health sciences, SMU equips students and faculty with the knowledge and skills to make impactful contributions to health and wellness.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. SMU welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where anyone can thrive and reach their full potential.

Samuel Merritt University currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not limited to qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant skills.

Benefits

Samuel Merritt University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental health and wellness resources
• Education reimbursement
• Employee discounts through Marketplace
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Nine paid holidays, plus a paid holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Two floating holidays
• One paid Volunteer Work Day
• Five Education Leave Days

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