The Campus Lab and Simulation Coordinator (Program Coordinator) collaborates with the Program Director, Campus Clinical Coordinator, Nursing Department Sim, Lab, and Clinical Coordinator, faculty, and staff to identify, develop and implement clinical skills and simulation-based activities. The Coordinator will plan, implement, and evaluate skills and simulation-based learning experiences. This position encompasses high-fidelity, high-technology, and procedural skills simulations.

This position offers opportunity for growth and career development and may be filled by a Program Coordinator I or Program Coordinator II depending on the knowledge and experience of the applicant. Refer to the “Qualifications” section below for specific details. Applicants hired at the Program Coordinator II level must possess higher-level skills & abilities and will be expected to complete tasks requiring a greater level of scope and complexity, as determined necessary by the hiring committee.

Coordinator duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain databases of:
  • Inventory of lab equipment and supplies
  • Simulation-based activities, finances, supplies, and equipment
  • Simulation validity and reliability, including student simulation experiences and outcomes
• Coordinate with faculty the schedules for student skills lab, and simulation activities
• Facilitate and debrief of simple to complex simulation experiences
• Provide safe learning environment for students
• Review student evaluations of simulations for improved facilitation
• Work closely with Department Clinical Skills and Simulation Coordinator for software updates, maintenance, support and user training for hardware and software associated with Laerdal, LLEAP, and SimPad technology.
• Attend Department and Statewide simulation and skills trainings to maintain currency and coordination with USU’s nursing simulation team.
• Make recommendations related to student learning needs, equipment, and program simulation and laboratory acquisitions.
• Instruction:
  • Instructs students as necessary
  • Evaluates students relative to skills and simulation scenarios
  • Plans, develops, instructs, and evaluates Standardized Patients (SPs)
  • Accepts course teaching assignments, if assigned
• Attends department or other meetings, as assigned
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• To be considered at the Program Coordinator I level, a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or four years of nursing experience or an equivalent combination of education plus experience
• To be considered at the Program Coordinator II level, a Master’s Degree in Nursing or an equivalent combination of education plus experience
• Current license to practice as a registered nurse in Utah or a nursing compact state

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Expert technical skills and knowledge of nursing program to correlate simulation center activities with the curriculum
• Certification as a Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE)
• Proficient in commonly used computer software with a demonstrated ability and willingness to learn and adapt to new programs as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Ability to coordinate and organize meetings and/or special events.
• Skilled in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Skilled at records maintenance.
• Ability to lead and train staff and/or students.
• Ability to interact with students, faculty and/or staff in a team environment.
• Program specific knowledge, skills, and abilities as described in recruitment notice.
• Ability to exercise a high level of creativity, decision making, problem solving, and discretion as work is varied and may be undefined.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees typically work in an office environment and are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. However, in certain instances employees may work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions. Employees could be exposed to hazardous chemicals.  Employees nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing).  Bending and stooping is occasionally required. Employees nearly continuously listen, hear, and talk.

The Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services is home to eight departments and is committed to providing the best learning opportunities and educational research in the state of Utah. Our programs are strengthened by an on-campus elementary laboratory school and five stand-alone centers, including the Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence. The college offers clinical services to the community across the human lifespan and provide students with real-world service and research opportunities.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

*updated 02/2025

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023