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Position Title

Assistant Director, BSN Program – Hybrid BSN Program

Description

At Chattanooga College, Division of Nursing team members help implement our strategy of “Where a small school can make a BIG difference!!”

The Assistant Director, BSN Program – Hybrid BSN Program will provide leadership and oversight of clinical and simulation experiences for pre-licensure BSN students to support student success, program quality, and licensure readiness. This role includes responsibilities such as coordinating clinical placements, overseeing simulation lab operations, supporting faculty and students in clinical and simulation instruction, and ensuring compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates must have excellent interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Candidates must be able to adapt to a fast-paced academic environment, manage multiple priorities, and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

This is an instructional and administrative position supporting the Division of Nursing. This role requires considerable interaction with students, faculty, staff, and external clinical partners through meetings, site coordination, simulation activities, and program planning. The Assistant Director is expected to possess extensive knowledge of clinical nursing education, simulation-based learning, accreditation requirements, and clinical compliance standards.

Employees in this role can expect to support students and faculty regarding clinical preparation, simulation learning, performance expectations, and professional development. The Assistant Director assists with decision-making related to clinical placements, simulation design, and instructional delivery, while maintaining confidentiality and accurate documentation to ensure compliance with accreditation standards, institutional policies, and applicable federal regulations. This position may also support institutional activities such as orientation, faculty training, audits, and site visits. A strong commitment to equity, access, and student success—particularly for diverse and at-risk populations—is essential.

Salary Range

Commensurate with experience

Responsibilities

1. Oversees and coordinates clinical and simulation experiences for students in the Hybrid BSN Program.
2. Assists with identifying, securing, and maintaining clinical placement sites in collaboration with the Program Director, BSN Program Scheduler, and clinical partners.
3. Serves as a primary liaison between the nursing program and clinical agencies.
4. Ensures students and faculty meet all clinical compliance requirements, including immunizations, background checks, and health screenings.
5. Designs, plans, implements, and evaluates high- and low-fidelity simulation experiences aligned with program and course outcomes.
6. Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots simulation equipment, manikins, and related technologies.
7. Collaborates with faculty to integrate simulation as an effective clinical learning modality within the hybrid curriculum.
8. Monitors student clinical and simulation performance and provides support or remediation as needed.
9. Collects and analyzes clinical and simulation data to support continuous program improvement.
10. Ensures compliance with accreditation, regulatory, and licensure standards related to clinical and simulation education.
11. Maintains accurate records and documentation in accordance with institutional, accreditation, and federal requirements.
12. Provides training and support to faculty and staff on simulation tools, clinical teaching strategies, and best practices.
13. Assists with audits, evaluations, site visits, and accreditation-related activities.
14. Remains current on state and federal guidelines, emerging best practices, and evidence-based research in nursing education and simulation.
15. Collaborates closely with the Program Director, Hybrid BSN Program, and Division of Nursing leadership.

Please note: This job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and professional presentation skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and external clinical partners
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in verbal and written formats
• Technical proficiency with simulation hardware, software, and instructional technologies
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Commitment to excellence in nursing education and student success
• Adaptability in a hybrid learning environment

Education & Experience

Education or Training:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of recent clinical nursing experience
• Minimum of 2 years of recent simulation experience
• Experience in pre-licensure nursing education, including clinical and/or simulation instruction
• Experience in hybrid or online nursing programs preferred

Other Requirements

• Current, unencumbered RN Multistate license (or eligibility to obtain)
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs
• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) through the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSIH) preferred

Please submit all required application materials for consideration. Applications that do not include the required materials will not be reviewed.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Chattanooga College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Chattanooga College encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and is dedicated to providing equal access to employment opportunities.