Description

The faculty and staff of the University of New Mexico College of Nursing (CON) welcome you to a tradition of 
excellence in nursing research, education, and clinical practice. We represent the very best in quality and 
innovation within an academic environment. Our focus is on building evidence for effective practice and translating 
that evidence-based knowledge to practice and policy environments with an emphasis in rural health. 

We are currently recruiting a Director of Simulation to provide clinical, educational, and technical expertise in the 
development, and evaluation of the College of Nursing Simulation Program. Responsible for working with faculty, 
staff and students to ensure the highest quality simulation learning activities are integrated and implemented across 
the undergraduate and graduate programs. 

The Director of Simulation is responsible for the day-to day administration of the program for the College of 
Nursing. 

Responsibilities include:

• Enhance and integrate simulation and simulated experiences throughout the curriculum at the 
  undergraduate and graduate level.
• Serve as a resource to the faculty for the design and application of clinical simulation used to educate and 
  evaluate the students.
• Implement updated current evidence-based simulation modalities and learning strategies based on 
  research from conferences and peer reviewed publications
• Select and oversee the purchase of equipment and educational aides for simulation (manikins, software, 
  media) which will facilitate the educational mission of the CON
• Support and collaborate in the planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating competency-based 
  simulation education guided by best practice standards.
• Supervise the Simulation Coordinator and Program Manager on a day-to-day basis including signing leave 
  and time sheet forms.
• This includes the Health Science Rio Rancho (HSRR) Simulation Center supplies and equipment

individual in this position is also responsible for maintaining effective communication with leadership and ensuring 
adherence to CON and University policies, implement a comprehensive evaluation plan, and works with the faculty 
to interpret the data for continuous program improvement. This is a full-time 12-month appointment. The selected 
applicant must commit to living in the Albuquerque metropolitan statistical area. 

The University of New Mexico College of Nursing

The University Of New Mexico College of Nursing, located in Albuquerque, NM, ranks in the top 15% of nursing 
programs in the country. With over 1,000 enrolled students, the college offers pre- and post-licensure 
baccalaureate, master’s, post-master’s, and doctoral programs. Program offerings include the state’s premiere 
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs; master’s and post-master’s programs 
across seven concentrations for APRNs, nurse educators, and nurse administrators; and the New Mexico Nurse 
Education Consortium baccalaureate curriculum. 

Our faculty engage in innovative research and clinical scholarship to understand and address the health care needs 
among our most vulnerable populations. As a College of Nursing at a research-intensive, federally designated 
Hispanic-serving institution situated on indigenous lands, we benefit both from the manifold opportunities and from 
the responsibilities we carry. Consistent with our mission, vision, and values, we strive to openly support and 
deeply respect our diverse students, staff, and faculty. We expect our faculty to benefit from and contribute to an 
inclusive environment that facilitates equity in research, scholarship, service, education, and practice. 

The University of New Mexico is New Mexico’s flagship R1 research-intensive institution occupying nearly 800 
acres near historic Route 66 in the heart of Albuquerque, a metropolitan area of more than 929,000 people. The 
College of Nursing is part of a vibrant Health Sciences (HS), which includes New Mexico’s only Level-1 Trauma 
Center. The HS provides an exceptional education for more than 1,500 students each year in 21 different health 
fields. The HS is known for innovative research with more than $165 million in extramural research funding. The 
HS has an established NIH-funded Clinical & Translational Science Center that provides extensive opportunities 
and resources to support collaborative research in a variety of interest areas. The University of New Mexico offers 
a competitive salary and outstanding benefits package.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Graduate degree
• 3 years or more of teaching experience with nursing simulation
• At least 5 years of clinical experience 

 Preferred Qualifications: 

• PhD or equivalent
• Nursing Degree
• Certified HealthCare Simulation Educator, (CHSE)
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico 
  and to the success of the university’s mission to serve local and global communities
• Eligible for RN Licensure in New Mexico
• Demonstrated leadership experience 

All applications must be submitted online. Please go to https://unmjobs.unm.edu to submit your application and 
refer to requisition #34147. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. 
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual 
orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

UNM’s confidentiality policy (“Disclosure of Information about Candidates for Employment," UNM Board of Regents' 
Policy Manual 6.7), which includes information about public disclosure of documents submitted by applicants, is 
located at https://policy.unm.edu/regents-policies/section-6/6-7.html