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Instructor, Nursing Simulation

College of Western Idaho·Nampa, Idaho

$58,756 - $73,445/yr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 11 days ago
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About the role

The Simulation Nursing Instructor designs and facilitates evidence-based clinical learning experiences while managing simulation laboratory operations. They collaborate with faculty to integrate simulation into the curriculum and provide leadership in program improvement and faculty development.

Contract length: 9 month

Reports to

Department Chair

Position status

Full-Time

Posted pay range

$58,756 - $73,445

Department Chair

Position Status

Full-Time

Posted Pay Range

$58,756 - $73,445

As a Simulation Nursing Instructor, you will play a vital role in preparing future nurses through innovative, evidence-based simulation education. You'll design and facilitate realistic clinical learning experiences, collaborate with faculty to integrate simulation throughout the nursing curriculum, and help ensure students develop the knowledge, confidence, and clinical judgment needed for professional practice. This position also provides leadership in simulation lab operations, faculty development, and continuous program improvement using nationally recognized simulation best practices.

Why CWI?

At the College of Western Idaho (CWI), you will work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where problem-solving and innovation are valued, and your contributions directly enhance the efficiency of the institution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and Deliver High-Quality Simulation Learning Experiences
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve evidence-based simulation activities that align with course outcomes, nursing competencies, and accreditation standards.
  • Facilitate engaging simulation experiences and debriefings that strengthen students' clinical reasoning, decision-making, and professional practice.
  • Create and evaluate pre- and post-simulation learning activities, assessments, and student performance using validated evaluation methods.
  • Lead Simulation Laboratory Operations
  • Coordinate the planning, preparation, and execution of simulation activities to ensure a safe, organized, and effective learning environment.
  • Oversee simulation equipment, technology, inventory, and maintenance in collaboration with simulation staff and vendors to maximize instructional readiness.
  • Develop simulation protocols and support ongoing quality improvement initiatives that enhance the simulation program.
  • Collaborate to Advance Nursing Education
  • Partner with nursing faculty to integrate simulation throughout the curriculum and ensure consistency across courses.
  • Provide orientation, coaching, and professional development to faculty on simulation design, facilitation, and debriefing best practices.
  • Contribute to curriculum review, program assessment, accreditation efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives that support student success.
  • Promote Excellence and Professional Growth
  • Foster a positive, collaborative learning environment that supports student engagement, confidentiality, and professional standards.
  • Maintain accurate instructional records and meet all grading, reporting, and administrative deadlines.
  • Stay current with advances in nursing practice and simulation education through professional development, networking, and attainment of Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) certification within three years of hire.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing
  • Minimum of two years of recent clinical experience
  • Unrestricted nursing license to practice in Idaho
  • Evidence based knowledge of instructional process and education evaluation techniques relevant to simulation
  • One year of experience facilitating healthcare simulations
  • Knowledge of simulation operation equipment including simulators and standard audio-visual equipment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution
  • One-year previous teaching and clinical experience in critical care and/or medical surgical nursing.
  • One year of experience in healthcare simulation as an educator or simulation technician.
  • Certification as a Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE).
  • One year of teaching experience at the Community College level in a nursing program.

Additional Instructions for Applicants

This position works evenings and/or weekends.

Successful candidates must reside in Idaho within a reasonable commuting distance from CWI.

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits

  • For information on health insurance, including coverage details and plan summaries, visit www.OGI.Idaho.gov [https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ogi.idaho.gov%2F&data=04%7C01%7Csaraavila%40cwi.edu%7C492f49523a374577bc7708d9e0ff3891%7C013b1fb57ef14acab4944c331ab11816%7C0%7C0%7C637788209040698596%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=xYeCn7MnJYZlQCBlYcrY5ufpMEZ7gq6kEunwAiCTkYs%3D&reserved=0]
  • Retirement plans with employer contribution of over 11%
  • Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts [https://ogi.idaho.gov/flexible-spending-accounts/]
  • Employer-paid life insurance [https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fogi.idaho.gov%2Flife-disability%2F&data=04%7C01%7Csaraavila%40cwi.edu%7C492f49523a374577bc7708d9e0ff3891%7C013b1fb57ef14acab4944c331ab11816%7C0%7C0%7C637788209040698596%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=mUdEwHdnRLZwleNM11SfyDDuKcVFl3YahsNIsmsNwr0%3D&reserved=0] and short- and long-term disability insurance [https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fogi.idaho.gov%2Flife-disability%2F&data=04%7C01%7Csaraavila%40cwi.edu%7C492f49523a374577bc7708d9e0ff3891%7C013b1fb57ef14acab4944c331ab11816%7C0%7C0%7C637788209040698596%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=mUdEwHdnRLZwleNM11SfyDDuKcVFl3YahsNIsmsNwr0%3D&reserved=0]

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in nursing and possess an unrestricted Idaho nursing license. A minimum of two years of recent clinical experience and one year of experience facilitating healthcare simulations are required.

  • bachelor degree
  • postgraduate degree
  • Clinical judgment
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Debriefing
  • Accreditation standards
  • Clinical instruction
  • Instructional design
  • Curriculum development
  • Assessment methods
  • Professional practice
  • Clinical reasoning
  • Healthcare education
  • Faculty development
  • Simulation technology
  • Nursing simulation
  • Simulation lab operations

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$58,756 - $73,445/yr
Location
Nampa, Idaho
Posted
Jul 31, 2026
Application
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College of Western Idaho

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