FT Nursing Simulation & Skills Lab Faculty, Tenure Track

Company: Whatcom Community College
Location: Bellingham
Posted on: November 29, 2019

Job Description:

Full-Time Nursing Simulation & Skills Lab Faculty, Tenure Track

Location

Bellingham, WA

Job Type

Full-time Faculty

Department

Academic Resources & Health Professions

Job Number

00292

Description

Whatcom Community College (WCC) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Nursing Simulation and Skills Lab instructor position beginning Fall Quarter 2020. The College is seeking dynamic individuals interested in developing and engaging students through the use and implementation of innovative and inclusive curriculum and teaching methods, including the application of technology/simulation technology. This individual will work with the Simulation Technician and other nursing faculty to deliver simulation and lab skills experiences that prepare nursing students for clinical practice. The College seeks faculty who have the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with students, colleagues, staff, and others in a campus climate that promotes cultural diversity and global understanding. The Nursing Simulation and Skills Lab Instructor teaches a fulltime load in the nursing simulation and skills lab and contributes to the college through committee service and program leadership and development. WCC's nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and graduates of the program boast nearly perfect National Council Licensing Examination - RN (NCLEX-RN) first attempt pass rates and job placement rates.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop, implement and evaluate simulation activities to meet program outcomes, preparing students for entry into the nursing profession as novice registered nurses; assist with instruction and assessment of nursing skills; develop and monitor the simulation program to meet state and accreditation organization requirements; to collaborate with college faculty and administrators in contributing to the future vision and scope of the nursing program at the college; to remain current in the field and adapt courses to meet changing registered nurse job skills and qualification requirements; to develop and maintain contacts and knowledge of health care facilities and organizations in the community; to identify and contribute to activities that promote student development such as student clubs and/or other student volunteer activities; and perform other duties as assigned.

Faculty at Whatcom:
Being a faculty member at Whatcom offers the opportunity to engage in the advancement of equitable student outcomes and the elimination of equity gaps. Faculty have regular opportunities for on-campus professional development, collaboration with colleagues, and engagement in workshops and learning communities. These opportunities contribute to professional advancement at the College, as well as personal growth. This position supports all four of the College's four core themes - achieving success, building community, advancing equity, and enhancing effectiveness.

Qualifications, Salary and Appointment

Minimum Qualifications:

--- Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution and accredited nursing education program.

Or, Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an accredited institution and accredited nursing education program with a Master's degree in a Health or Education related field from an accredited institution.

--- Current unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in Washington or the ability to obtain license upon hire.
--- Able to pass background checks and drug screens required of nursing faculty.
--- Able to provide documentation meeting immunization requirements.
--- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification or the ability to obtain upon hire.
--- Current, relevant clinical experience to support student learning.

Preferred Qualifications:

--- Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
--- Healthcare Simulation Educator certification (CHSE from Society for Simulation in Healthcare).
--- In-depth understanding of nursing simulation theory as well as practical application.
--- Experience teaching Nursing in a higher education setting using a student-centered approach to teaching and learning.
--- Experience with design, implementation, and evaluation of simulation learning activities in an educational or clinical setting.
--- Knowledge of simulation pedagogy.
--- Knowledge of International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL) standards for nursing simulation.
--- Experience with team-centered work groups.
--- Experience in curriculum development and assessing learning outcomes.
--- Experience in nursing education program accreditation.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

--- Cultural competence and a commitment to equity and inclusion.
--- Current content knowledge in the program or discipline.
--- A commitment to student centered, inclusive pedagogy.
--- Creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
--- Effective communication skills in both oral and written English.
--- Excellent interpersonal skills and communication abilities with students and colleagues, contributing to a collegial, collaborative and positive environment.
--- Skills and confidence with learning and implementing technology, clinical equipment, and computer software related to simulation, Microsoft Office suite, and others.
--- A commitment to WCC's vision as "an innovative college, engaged with our diverse and changing communities".

Salary and Appointment:

--- The 2019-20 Master's degree salary begins at $55,163 (additional degrees, experience, and state-funded and negotiated increases will increase the actual starting salary); HB 2158 provides an additional salary allocation for nurse educators and is currently being negotiated with an increase to be determined; 174 day annual contract.

Benefits Package:

--- The position comes with a full benefits package, including health, dental, life, long-term disability insurance and a retirement plan.

*Additionally, as a Washington State, public higher education institution, WCC offers the following:

--- Whatcom Community College is a qualified employer for the PSLF program. If you work for the College full time, have had Direct Loans and are on an eligible repayment plan, you are eligible to apply.
--- Full-time employees are eligible to apply and participate in the Whatcom Community College Employee Tuition Program, which provides a tuition waiver for available and eligible WCC courses.

Application Due Date:

--- For guaranteed consideration, application packets should be received by Friday January 17, 2020 at 4:59 pm. Position open until filled.

Special Instructions to Applicant

A completed application consists of an online application and:

--- Letter of application detailing relevant experience and how the applicant is prepared to meet the duties of the position.
--- Diversity statement that responds to the following question: (1 page max)

*Whatcom Community College has a strategic plan goal to close equity gaps in degree and certificate completion for all student populations. How will you contribute to this effort?

--- Current resume.
--- Unofficial Transcripts for all earned degrees; official transcripts required prior to the official start date.
--- List of five recent professional references with contact information.

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