Clinical Simulation and Skill Education Director

Clinical Simulation and Skill Education Director

Non‑Discrimination Statement:
Richland Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs. The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:
Erin Spanberger, Title IX Coordinator and Kim Dial, Deputy Title IX Coordinator (titleix).

Job Category:
Full‑Time Staff

Division:
Health Professions

Department:
Main Campus

Typical work hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; flexibility may be required based on clinical, lab, and course demands.

Travel to healthcare facilities and conferences may be required for professional development and community relationship building.

The Clinical Simulation and Skills Education Director is responsible for providing comprehensive leadership, strategic direction, and management of clinical simulation and skills‑based education for the Nurse Assistant (CNA), Practical Nursing (LPN), and Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) programs. This position works collaboratively with nursing faculty to integrate simulation into the curriculum, ensuring alignment with course and program learning outcomes. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and evaluating simulation experiences ranging from low‑ to high‑fidelity scenarios, fostering innovative and realistic learning environments, ensuring effective use of simulation and lab resources, adhering to best practices, and continuously improving simulation‑based education to advance the College’s mission and the success of its nursing students.

• Master’s degree in Nursing (or completion of a master’s degree within one year of hire)
• Minimum of three years of clinical and simulation lab experience
• Current, unencumbered Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Proficiency with simulation technology, including simulation software, manikin operation, and high‑fidelity simulation equipment
• Strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and technical troubleshooting skills

• Prior teaching or instructional design experience
• Certification in simulation education or operations, such as CHSE (Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator) or CHSOS (Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist)
• Experience using Laerdal, Gaumard, or other simulation platforms

• Must be able to receive, process, and provide visual and verbal information
• Must be able to work effectively with a diverse population in a high‑volume environment with frequent interruptions and simultaneous tasks
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Work will involve standing, walking, and equipment handling in the simulation and lab setting

E‑13 ($69,673.76 - $87,092.20)