Founded in 1969, Stockton University, New Jersey’s Distinctive Public University, is also one of America’s most distinctive public universities, consistently ranking among the nation’s finest educational institutions and among the top ten public Master’s institutions in the Northeast. Stockton proudly offers the academic, technological, and cultural advantages of a large institution combined with the community spirit of a small liberal arts college. Stockton is noted for combining an outstanding interdisciplinary approach to graduate and undergraduate education with all the qualities of an outstanding employer. We offer a unique vibrant working environment, a wealth of work related opportunities and outstanding employee benefits.  Stockton is committed to attracting, encouraging and retaining a qualified workforce to support the mission of the University.    The University is located in the Pinelands National Reserve in southern New Jersey, about one hour from Philadelphia, two hours from New York City, three hours from the Baltimore/Washington area, and 20 minutes from Atlantic City.  The University’s location, active, stimulating campus life and diverse community make Stockton University a great place to work!

The Simulation Coordinator (SC) reports directly to the Dean of the School of Health Sciences (SHS) and is responsible for providing comprehensive strategic and operational planning initiatives in support of the Simulation Program at Stockton University.  The SC supports Clinical Simulation across all programs within the SHS and in interprofessional education activities throughout the university.  The SC supports faculty in the use of simulation to ensure quality and continuity in achieving student learning outcomes.  The SC operates the medium- and high-fidelity technology to ensure the safe and effective use of simulation equipment.  The SC collaborates with the Stockton University Simulation Initiative (SUSI) in the recruitment, training, and involvement of standardized patients in simulation.  

Responsibilities:

1. Leads the development of operational processes and procedures required to support simulation initiatives
2. Provides Simulation education, orientation and technical training, and software support to users
3. Operates and maintains simulation equipment and related software
4. Monitors and controls daily operations
5. Assists with the recruitment, training, and scheduling of patient actors through SUSI (i.e. standardized patients)

• Promotes the services offered
• Manages the scheduling of the Simulation Suite
• Promotes the use of simulation to the faculty and staff of the School of Health Sciences
• Provides consultation and support related to faculty research activities related to simulation
• Supports the SHS Assistant/Associate Dean with Open House presentations regarding simulation, and other promotional campaigns, as needed
• Establishes and maintains a network of relationships that supports and grows simulation initiatives across the university

1. Collaborates with faculty on the preparation of simulation activities and evaluation strategies to promote the achievement of student learning outcomes.

• Contributes to the development and implementation of policies, procedures & practices for simulation
• Identifies opportunities for improvement in operational processes
• Identifies new initiatives related to the use of simulation
• Leads or contributes to grant writing initiatives for internal and external support of the Simulation Program.

1. Collaborates with SHS faculty to incorporate Interprofessional Education (IPE) strategies into simulation learning activities. Maintains all resources and materials related to the utilization and operation of the simulation program and equipment.
2. Troubleshoots technical problems
3. Coordinates equipment and software upgrades
4. Develops a schedule of maintenance activities, including preventive maintenance with vendor(s)

Demonstrate, through past accomplishments and actions, the ability to support Stockton University’s diversity commitment and strong student-centered vision and mission.

Required Qualifications:

• MS in Healthcare Simulation or MS in Nursing or related clinical healthcare discipline.
• Experience in clinical healthcare education (minimum 2 years) with prior experience developing and implementing simulation scenarios with high fidelity technology and simulated patients.
• Experience implementing instruction with medium- to high-fidelity technology hardware and software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education and leadership.
• Certification related to simulation instruction using medium- to high-fidelity technology hardware and  software, simulation services, and applications.
• Experience with CAE healthcare simulation products.
• Experience with training and utilizing standardized patients in simulation.
• Knowledge of business planning, modeling, concepts & tools.
• Eligibility to practice as a registered nurse in New Jersey if applicable.

Salary commensurate with experience and is accompanied by an extremely competitive university benefits package.

Screening of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

To apply please visit: https://stockton.hiretouch.com.  Only electronic documents will be accepted.  Please complete the on-line application in addition to providing the following required documents.  All required documents must be submitted in order for your application to move forward.  You may upload documents using Word or PDF

1. A letter of interest describing specific skills and experiences
2. A curriculum vitae
3. A list of three professional references (included in the application): Name, Organization, Email address and Telephone

• All offers of employment are contingent upon a favorable background check.
• Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should contact: Sharon Hunt, Recruitment Manager at 609-652-4384.
• In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees in certain positions are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the requirements listed.
• Prospective employees may access the Annual Security Report for the University at www.stockton.edu/campuspolice or contact the Campus Police department at 609-652-4378 to request a hard copy of the report.
• Stockton University is an equal opportunity institution encouraging a diverse pool of applicants, visit; http://www.stockton.edu/affirmative_action.  Additionally, pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Stockton University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e., which includes but is not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, including sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities.