Executive Director of Simulation

Quinnipiac Universitys School of Nursing invites applicants for the Executive Director of Simulation.

As the inaugural Executive Director of Simulation this individual will collaboratively facilitate the establishment of the overall enterprise structure of a Quinnipiac University immersive practice and collaborative training center from the ground up including its organizational design operations policies and procedures. This foundational work will set the framework for how the center functions scales and integrates across the university for years to come.

The Executive Director of Simulation provides operational and educational leadership for QUs immersive practice and collaborative training center overseeing day-to-day center operations staff curriculum integration and equipment/technology for simulation-based learning across the health sciences. Reporting to the Provost with daily operations supervised by a Provost appointee the Director partners with Medicine Nursing Health Sciences and community partners to design deliver and continuously improve simulation-based participant experiences. The Director manages the simulation budget supervises simulation staff and ensures programming meets accreditation and best-practice standards set by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH).

The Quinnipiac University School of Nursing has been educating nurses for more than 50 years. Our mission is to develop exceptional practice-ready nurses as leaders in science-based holistic care through innovation and inclusive education. The School of Nursings strategic priorities are aligned with innovative programs student success thriving community and sustainable resources. The School of Nursing serves approximately 1100 graduate and undergraduate students. We offer CCNE accredited programs leading to BSN MSN and DNP degrees that prepare graduates for successful careers in hospitals clinics schools communities and many other settings. School of Nursing graduates become leaders at each level of their careers and facilitate positive changes within healthcare. Faculty and staff work with colleagues in our Center for Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences and all schools across campus to create innovative interprofessional educational experiences that prepare students for todays health care challenges. The Center is located at our North Haven CT campus and encompasses 325000 square feet designed for collaborative learning including 48 pro-section stations 16 standardized patient rooms an exceptional health sciences library 7 high-fidelity simulation rooms including 2 ORs and a PACU health assessment and skills labs advanced diagnostic imaging equipment and classrooms outfitted with the latest technology. As one of 17 schools in the nation with holistically endorsed programs we emphasize the social emotional spiritual and psychological aspects of care as well as the physical throughout our nursing curriculum.

We are a highly collaborative and supportive community that is committed to high quality educational experience advancing diversity in all areas. Successful candidates will share the School of Nursing values of belonging compassion collaboration curiosity and integrity. The School provides faculty members with:

A structured orientation and mentoring
An assigned faculty affiliate

Regular workshops by Quinnipiac Innovations in Learning and Teaching (QILT)
Opportunities to work with nationally recognized faculty and staff
Generous support for conference attendance and professional development
Support with grant applications for faculty research or curricular innovations
A culture of community teamwork and professionalism
A climate that values diversity and inclusion
Values of belonging collaboration compassion curiosity and integrity

To find out more about our School of Nursing please visit Quinnipiac:

Quinnipiac University is a private coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9700 students in more than 100-degree programs through its Schools of Business Communications Education Computing & Engineering Health Sciences Law Medicine Nursing and the College of Arts & Sciences. Our 22 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey a three-time defending national champion womens rugby team and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our womens basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review. The Wall Street Journal ranked Quinnipiac #51 among the best colleges in the nation and second in Connecticut for our exceptional graduation rate salary impact learning facilities career preparation and learning opportunities.

The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners the development of innovative strategic partnerships and just opened a South Quad with three new buildings.

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• Direct the day-to-day operations of the center including scheduling staffing equipment readiness and facility use across all simulation modalities (high-fidelity manikin task trainer virtual/augmented reality and standardized/simulated participant programming)
• Supervise mentor and develop simulation staff including hiring performance management and professional development
• Partner with faculty across Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences to design integrate and continuously improve simulation-based curricula debriefing practices and competency assessments across programs and learner levels
• Develop and manage the centers annual budget including equipment procurement maintenance contracts and supply forecasting; identify cost-efficiencies and resource needs
• Maintain and advance the center accreditation and compliance with Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH) standards and best practices; lead related self-study and review processes
• Evaluate select and implement simulation equipment and technologies (manikins task trainers AR/VR platforms audiovisual/debriefing systems) in coordination with IT and instructional partners
• Provide faculty development and training in simulation pedagogy scenario design and debriefing methods; serve as a resource for simulation best practices university wide
• Track and report on utilization learner outcomes and program effectiveness; support scholarly dissemination and research involving simulation-based education
• Represent the center on relevant university committees and with external partners (clinical affiliates vendors professional simulation organizations)
• Facilitate the development and periodic review of the center policies procedures and safety protocols
• Develop and manage business plans to enhance revenue-generating activities within the center

Required: Masters degree Field of study: Nursing Education Health Sciences or related clinical/health field

Preferred:Doctoral degree Field of study: Medicine Nursing Education Health Sciences or related clinical/health field

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and contact information for three references.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.