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Clinical Professional, Simulation

Location: Main Campus

Job Title:

Clinical Professional, Simulation

Full or Part Time:

Part time

Hours:

29

Exempt:

No

Supervisory Org:

Nursing - NU Lab (JM-CP)

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY: The Clinical Professional, Simulation will assist in facilitating simulation experiences for nursing students. This part-time position plays a key role in supporting a dynamic and realistic learning environment where students can practice clinical decision-making, teamwork, and communication skills in a safe, simulated setting.

This position will involve working scheduled simulation days based on the N-level the Clinical Professional is assigned to. Workdays and hours may vary throughout the semester depending on the simulation schedule and program needs. Additional hours may be available throughout the semester and during the summer.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate and support nursing simulation sessions for nursing students, including setup, operation, and debriefing.
• Prepare simulation equipment, manikins, and lab spaces prior to sessions and ensure proper cleanup afterward.
• Operate and troubleshoot simulation technology.
• Collaborate with faculty and simulation staff to deliver effective, evidence-based learning experiences.
• Assist in guiding students through simulation scenarios, reinforcing critical thinking and clinical reasoning.
• Participate in maintaining simulation supplies, equipment, and inventory.
• Support ongoing quality improvement of simulation activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

General supervision is received from the Simulation Lab Coordinator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required (preferably in nursing); will consider a bachelor’s in a related or applicable field.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to quickly learn new simulation and audiovisual technologies.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a supportive and engaging learning environment.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or related field.
• Previous experience in nursing education, simulation facilitation, or clinical instruction.
• Familiarity with simulation software and high-fidelity manikins.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Duties are generally performed inside and not exposed to adverse conditions.
• All work associated with this role must be performed within the state of Michigan.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout their employment. The university does not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future for this job classification. Since SVSU does not participate in E-Verify, candidates for employment are not eligible for STEM OPT extensions.

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job. It shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the job. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

About SVSU:

Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. SVSU has been named a “Great College to Work For” on nine separate occasions.

SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU has twice earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.

SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels. SVSU is constructing the first university research facility on Lake Huron to improve public health and the economy in the Saginaw Bay watershed.

More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that is rated No. 2 among all public universities in the U.S. SVSU fields 21 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website, http://www.svsu.edu.