Nursing Programs Clinical and Simulation Coordinator

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Closing Date:

07/31/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff -

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University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations. UA - Pulaski Tech, a comprehensive two-year college, offers associate degree and certificate programs for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and/or for career preparation and advancement. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at (501) 812-2839.

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Summary of Job Duties:

The University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College in North Little Rock, Arkansas, is accepting applications for a Nursing Programs Clinical and Simulation Coordinator position.

Project Description:

The steepest healthcare workforce shortages in the State of Arkansas, especially in lower-income urban and rural areas, directly impact the delivery of essential health services to high-need communities. To address this dire healthcare workforce need, a statewide consortium of six of Arkansas' public two-year institutions has been awarded $5.7 million for the Bridging Healthcare Workforce Shortages in Arkansas (BRIDGE-AR) initiative.

The institutions are as follows:

• University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College
• Arkansas State University Mid-South
• Southeast Arkansas College
• Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
• University of Arkansas East Arkansas Community College
• Northwest Arkansas Community College

BRIDGE-AR

assembles a collaboration of employers, workforce organizations, and training providers to address essential local labor needs. The initiative's strategies are designed to impact rural and underserved communities in the Nursing and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) pathways. These occupations are primary labor needs in the state and provide career progression and family-sustaining wages in local communities. Position Summary Reporting to the Director of Nursing, the Clinical and Simulation Coordinator will provide clinical and administrative support for the Allied Health programs, including maintenance of inventory, completion of student clinical rotation requirements, maintenance of clinical agreements, scheduling rooms, preparing simulation sessions, developing simulation scenarios, and delivery of simulation experiences. The Clinical and Simulation Coordinator will also be responsible for monitoring data on simulation center usage and other areas to enhance usage.

• This position is funded 100% by the

BRIDGE AR DOL

Grant. As such, the Clinical and Simulation Coordinator assists the Director of the

BRIDGE-AR

grant and the Dean of the School of Science, Math, and Allied Health with implementing the objectives established in the grant for this federally-funded activity. Essential functions

• Assists nursing program director, faculty, and students in the lab setting with integration of simulation into the curriculum.
• Supervises and evaluates students' progress in meeting designated program student learning outcomes (PSLOs) and course student learning outcomes (CSLOs) and reports progress to course faculty and program directors through end of term reports.
• Coordinates and schedules use of labs for all functions, including: regular classes, special class sections, open lab, advanced clinical skills, and clinical skills evaluation.
• Collaborates with the Director of Nursing to establish, review, and research policies, standard practices, and procedures related to the skills and simulation lab with a focus on continuous quality improvement.
• Collaborates with course faculty in planning, designing, organizing, and delivering lab and simulation activities to meet the needs and schedule of the course.
• Collaborates with the nursing faculty to coordinate the complementary blending of lab practice, simulation, virtual simulation and the clinical experience.
• Researches, develops, updates, collaborates, and refines lab and clinical scenarios for the nursing programs based on student and faculty needs and reflective of current practice standards.
• Ensures safety and maintains OSHA standards within the simulation lab; to include appropriate disposal of hazardous waste and sharps
• Keeps current with safety standards and informs the Director of Nursing Programs of changes in standards.
• Monitors inventory and orders necessary supplies for the skills and simulation lab, including performing the annual inventory.
• Ensures maintenance of simulation manikins and other equipment in the skills and simulation lab; initiates repair and maintains appropriate warranties.
• Provides orientation to instructors regarding the policies, procedures and use of the simulation lab.
• Collaborates with the nursing faculty to coordinate the complementary blending of lab practice, simulation, virtual simulation and the clinical experience.
• Assists students and faculty in meeting course objectives through the utilization of the skills and simulation lab activities.
• Oversees utilization of the skills and simulation lab and equipment.
• Serves as a resource and support for all Allied Health faculty in utilizing the simulation lab.
• Collaborates with Nursing faculty to provide student remediation in the lab setting.
• Utilizes and emphasizes instructional methods that promote the development of critical thinking, problem solving, decision-making, and clinical competency for real life application.
• Conducts tours for internal/external stakeholders.
• Provides and develops all training for clinical learning lab faculty regarding the administration of at the beginning of each term to include lab equipment, changes to curriculum, software, and/or supplies to be used.
• Orders, prepares, and organizes equipment and supplies to be utilized in the clinical learning lab.
• Manages all aspects of the clinical placement process and ensures effective operation of clinical practicums by organizing, supervising, and evaluating clinical sites, preceptors & students. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Ensuring effective operation of clinical practicums by organizing, supervising & evaluating clinical sites, preceptors & students.
• Monitoring student placements and clinical records.
• Maintaining and obtaining contracts, mandatory legal documentation (license verification, liability insurance, qualifications of preceptors and preceptor orientation etc.).
• Securing and coordinating clinical placement for all assigned programs for incoming and continuing students.
• Meet all clinical and other scheduled responsibilities such as office hours and meetings at the designated time.
• Creates and manages assigned databases to ensure complete and accurate information.

Compiles reports and communicates data to appropriate stakeholders.

Databases may include:

• Tracking of clinical placements
• Contracts/Agreements
• Documentation
• Legal verification (for students, preceptors, and clinical sites)
• The successful candidate must be a team player with the ability to problem-solve, share creative solutions, and implement best practices.

S/He will possess critical thinking skills and the ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously, accurately setting priorities that make sense for the College and its partners. The role requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The Clinical and Simulation Coordinator will have superb interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to deal with all levels of faculty, staff and students, and exemplary customer service skills.

• This position will require moderate lifting and carrying of simulation equipment up to 25lbs. Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Power Point, is also required.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work varying schedules and hours including evenings is necessary.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of college students that come from a variety of academic and social backgrounds.
• Develop positive rapport with colleagues and other members of the campus community to develop a sense of teamwork.
• Strong analytical, observational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to be self-directed and solve problems effectively and efficiently
• Strong organizational skills
• Positive and professional demeanor
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Associate of Science in Nursing Minimum of two (two) years of nursing practice

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Three (3) to five (5) years of instructional experience Bachelor or Science in

Nursing Additional Information:

Special Instructions to

Applicants Salary Salary Information:

$50,000-$65,000 Required Documents to

Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of five Professional References (name, email, business title),

Resume Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to

Applicants Recruitment Contact Information:

Human Resources humanresources@uaptc.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

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Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding,

Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking Frequent Physical Activity:

Crouching, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling, Lifting, Reaching Benefits Eligible:

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