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Title: Educator and Co-Coordinator, Clinical Simulation Center

Application Review Date: 04/20/26

Campus Location: Roanoke

Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.

Job Description

Join us at the Jo Ann Bingham Clinical Simulation Center, where innovation, compassion, and evidencebased practice come together to shape the next generation of healthcare professionals. As a premier training environment serving students and educators across the New River and Roanoke Valleys, our center offers stateoftheart simulation technology, including highfidelity manikins, standardized patients, and fully equipped clinical and community-care environments. These immersive learning spaces replicate acute, primary, and homehealthcare settings, allowing learners to develop critical thinking, clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills in a safe, supportive environment.
Named in honor of Jo Ann Moorehead Bingham, a visionary entrepreneur whose generosity and dedication to healthcare education continue to advance our mission, the center is committed to preparing competent, compassionate clinicians who are ready to serve their communities with excellence. Her legacy supports ongoing faculty development, simulation research, standardized patient programs, and cuttingedge learning experiences that enhance professional readiness.
As part of the Radford University College of Nursing, our center thrives on collaboration, innovation, and a shared passion for elevating healthcare education. Whether you're an educator, clinician, student, or simulation specialist, you'll be part of a team dedicated to transforming learning through experiential practice and technologyenhanced instruction-ensuring that when it's real, our learners will be ready.
The Educator and Co-coordinator works collaboratively with all nursing faculty, administration, and students to develop and implement clinical simulation as a method of learning for nursing students to enhance and support their educational needs. This is a 12-month appointment.

Required Qualifications

Proficiency with computer skills and use of instructional technology strategies. Knowledge of education principles and teaching-learning methods. Excellent public relations abilities. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. In-depth clinical knowledge of outcome-based patient care. A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience (5 years preferred). Minimum BSN required.
Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Virginia required. Current CPR certification required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Clinical experience in medical/surgical, critical care, obstetrics, and/or pediatrics. Teaching experience and use of classroom technologies. Knowledge of computer hardware and software applications relevant to simulator functions.
MSN preferred.
If possesses BSN only,
national certification preferred.
or enrolled in a graduate nursing program or CNE (Certified Nurse Educator) certified.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit a cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position, resume/cv, and unofficial transcripts. Salary is negotiable and depends on experience.

Employment Conditions: 

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: 0730-1630

Employee Classification: Professional - Lecturer

Department: Bingham Clinical Simulation Center

Salary: $77,000-$89,000 (Commensurate with education, experience, and certifications)

Department Contact Name: Jodi Kushner

Department Contact Phone: (540)831-1838

Department Contact Email: jkushner@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

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Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.