Nursing Simulation Manager Instructor Full Time Tenure Track

Wenatchee Valley College (WVC) is seeking applicants for a full-time tenure-track nursing faculty simulation manager position on the Omakcampus. The role of simulation manager was created to help nursing faculty maximize the use of simulation resources provide simulation training and development that is consistent confirm that simulations are congruent with programmatic outcomes and assure compliance with WAC (Washington Administrative Code) . Simulation is valued for its ability to provide realistic context-rich experiential learning in a safe environment. WVC seeks to recruit faculty who enthusiastically support the colleges strong commitment to the academic success of all our students including students of color students with disabilities students who are first generation to college veterans students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds and students of diverse sexual orientation and gender expressions.

The Simulation Manager Promotes:

• A culture of innovative simulation that advances International Nursing Association of Clinical and Simulation Learning (INACSL) standards of best practices and promotes thehighest standards of quality care and patient safety.
• Learner-centered faculty guided experiences that replicate substantial aspects of the real world.
• Collaborative planning and integration of simulation throughout the program and on both campuses.
• Practice that ensures a culture of dignity and respect to promote success of all students.
• Supports a process that provides adequate fiscal human technological and material resources to support and sustain simulation activities and training of faculty.

• Collaboration effectively with college faculty staff administration and students.

• Experiential learning. (Tell me and I will forget. Show me and I may remember. Involve me and I will understand). Confucius 450 BC.

The Simulation Manager Creates:

• Simulation activities linked to educational preparation skill level of the student and programmatic outcomes.

• Partnerships with appropriate vendors and industry representatives; solicits training and/or resources to meet curricular needs.

• Curriculum for simulation training of new faculty.
• Curriculum for professional development in simulation for experienced faculty.
• Plan for short term and long-term integration of simulation into the curriculum.
• An identified method of debriefing each simulated activity.
• An identified method of evaluating simulation activities for students and faculty.
• A description of the use of simulation in the annual nursing commission report.

The Simulation Manager Assures:

• Currency and competency in the use of simulation while managing the simulation program.

• Collection analysis and evaluation of simulation data and dissemination of relevant information to nursing program faculty and staff.

• Faculty to student ratios in simulation lab as no more than 1:10 in the associate degree Program and 1:15 in the BSN pathway Programs.
• Qualified simulation faculty supervise and evaluate student clinical and practice experiences.

This is not intended to be an exclusive list of all duties and responsibilities. Related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree in nursing or masters degree in nursing in progress.
• Professional unencumbered license as a registered nurse in Washington state or ability to obtain license.
• Evidence of current clinical skills in medical-surgical nursing.
• Two years of simulation experience.
• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) Certification required within 6 months of employment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of instructional technologies.
• Demonstrated commitment and enthusiasm to student learning.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successful post-secondary teaching experience preferably in a community college setting.
• Willingness to take a leadership role in areas of educational and professional expertise.
• Experience creating digital content (such as Word/PDF documents and web and learning management system content as appropriate to the role) in accessible formats.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

General Qualifications:

Wenatchee Valley College seeks faculty who will help move the college into the future. We see our role as assisting students to achieve their individual goals and to serve the community and its needs for an educated workforce. We expect all faculty to strive for excellence both in the classroom and in their broader role as cooperative members of the college. Beyond the stated minimum and preferred qualifications the following abilities are important to fulfilling our mission and goals:

• Mastery of discipline demonstrated through earned degrees continued professional education employment in the field and other relevant education and experience.
• Teaching skills demonstrated through prior teaching assignments graduate teaching assignments professional training and other relevant experience.
• Knowledge understanding and support of the mission and purpose of a comprehensive community college.
• Flexibility to adapt to the dynamically changing arena of American post-secondary education including the ability to perceive opportunity and assist the college in moving in new directions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Technology literacy and the willingness to make effective use of technological resources in support of the classroom.
• Commitment to working effectively with students colleagues staff and a district community who represent a broad spectrum of ages abilities ethnicities and educational economic and cultural backgrounds.

The Successful Candidate will Demonstrate:

• Professional and courteous interactions with students faculty and staff.
• Flexibility to effectively accomplish the instructional and general responsibilities of the position.
• Dynamic non-traditional delivery methods to teach students of widely varying levels of proficiency and from diverse backgrounds abilities and learning styles.
• Experience using technology as an instructional aid to enhance learning.
• An appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.
• Competency and experience working in a diverse academic environment inclusive of students faculty and staff of varying social economic cultural ideological gender and racial/ethnic backgrounds and those with physical emotional and/or learning disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; including establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students and community partners.
• Ethics integrity and sound professional judgement.
• Willingness to collaborate with faculty colleagues.

Terms of Employment:

This is full-time tenure-track faculty position. The salary for the position is determined by placement on the Wenatchee Valley College full-time faculty schedule (currently $72073 to $84774*) for a 9-month 175-day contract). Additional stipends may be available. Class assignments may include day evening and distance courses. This position is scheduled to begin fall quarter (September 2026).

*does not include an expected general wage increase for 26-27.

Your paycheck is just part of the total compensation package. There is an outstanding benefits package which is worth an additional value equivalent to about 30% of your salary. A comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical dental and vision insurance life and long- term disability insurance plans; sick leave and personal leave; reduced tuition; and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information please visit our benefits website at: of Employment:

• An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the College to sponsor an H-1B Valley College only employs U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show proof of identity and eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
• All offers of employment are subject to background checks. Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Finalists are required to complete the sexual misconduct disclosure form as required under RCW 288.112.080.
• A valid Washington state drivers license may be required.

Bargaining Unit:

This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the Association for Higher Education. Faculty workload compensation and job expectations are defined by a contract negotiated between the faculty union and the WVC Board of Trustees.

Application and Selection Procedure:

Complete application packages must include the following:

• Complete Wenatchee Valley College online application.
• Upload a cover letter that specifically describes how your educational background and experience meet the minimum and preferred qualifications. (five pages max)
• Upload a resume. (five pages max)
• Upload copies of transcripts for all colleges and universities attended.
• Complete supplemental questions.
• Upload answers to the following Faculty Supplemental Questions (limit each answer to no more than one page):
  1. Describe your curriculum and teaching style and how do you see them contributing to student learning and success and the colleges commitment to equity and inclusion.
  2. Describe the ways in which you have actively engaged and demonstrated a commitment to promoting the success of diverse students or employees.
  3. What in your estimation are the most important roles community colleges play in post-secondary education or in the community
  4. Please share how you see your role as faculty member in a community college. What goals would you havefor yourself and for your studentsin your work at Wenatchee Valley College

It is your responsibility to submit all required application materials before the deadline. Please do not send student evaluations reference letters or other unsolicited materials. They will not be shared with the screening committee and cannot be returned to you. Only finalists may be asked to send additional materials.

Attachments from prior applications will not upload automatically to your new application. Should you have difficulties uploading your documents please contact NeoGov Technical Support at 1- for assistance.

Preliminary screening of complete applications will begin April 16 2026 and continue until the position is closed.

As a part of the interview the applicant will be required to demonstrate for the screening committee a 15-minute teaching session.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application and employment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. Requests should be made to the human resources office by calling . Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay the states free telecommunication access service.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Wenatchee Valley College is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment and student enrollment. All programs are free from discrimination and harassment against any person because of race creed color national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a service animal by a person with a disability age parental status or families with children marital status religion genetic information honorably discharged veteran or military status or any other prohibited basis per RCW 49.60.030 040 and other federal and laws and regulations or participation in the complaint process.

Equity Statement:

Research suggests that women gender diverse BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they dont meet 100% of the job encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies and Title IX compliance for both the Wenatchee and Omak campuses:

• To report discrimination or harassment: Title IX Coordinator .
• To request disability accommodations: Student Access Director Wenatchi Hall 2133 TTY/TTD: Dial 711 .

This recruitment announcement may not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified at any time.