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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for nursing simulation in Kentucky is $58,713.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,200.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nursing simulation?

A Nursing Simulation job involves designing, implementing, and managing realistic clinical scenarios to train nursing students and healthcare professionals. Professionals in this role use simulation technology, such as mannequins, virtual reality, and standardized patients, to create hands-on learning experiences. They may also develop educational curricula, assess student performance, and ensure the simulation environment reflects real-world healthcare settings. This role is crucial in improving clinical skills, decision-making, and patient safety in a controlled, low-risk environment.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in nursing simulation?

A typical day in Nursing Simulation involves setting up and running realistic clinical scenarios, operating simulation manikins and supporting equipment, and coordinating with faculty or clinical instructors. You will often develop new case studies, conduct pre-brief and debrief sessions with participants, and ensure that all technical and educational objectives are met. Collaboration with other simulation specialists and healthcare educators is common, creating a dynamic team environment. Depending on the institution, you may also be involved in maintaining the simulation lab and helping with curriculum development or training for new technologies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in nursing simulation, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Nursing Simulation role, you need a background in nursing education, clinical expertise, and experience in simulation-based training, typically supported by an RN license or advanced nursing degree. Familiarity with high-fidelity simulation manikins, audiovisual recording equipment, and simulation management software like Laerdal or CAE is highly valued. Strong organizational skills, creativity, and effective communication enable you to design engaging scenarios and provide constructive feedback to learners. These competencies are crucial for creating realistic simulations that enhance clinical reasoning and improve patient care outcomes.

How to become a certified healthcare simulation educator?

To become a certified healthcare simulation educator, individuals typically complete specialized training programs or workshops offered by professional organizations such as the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH). They often need to demonstrate teaching skills, complete a certain number of simulation-based education hours, and pass a certification exam to earn credentials like the Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) or Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE-A).

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Infographic showing various Nursing Simulation job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 22% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,713 per year, or $28.2 per hour.

Nursing Instructor - Simulation

Kentucky Community and Technical College System

Hopkinsville, KY • On-site

$45K - $54K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Nursing Instructor - Simulation
Job no: 496414
Work type: Full-time
Location: Hopkinsville, KY
Categories: Faculty
Title: Nursing Instructor - Simulation
Salary Range: $$45,000 to $54,000
Contract Term Length: 10 Months
Standard Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Work Location: On-Site
FLSA Status: Exempt
College: Hopkinsville Community College
Campus Location: Hopkinsville Community College
Department: Academic Affairs
Total Rewards
Hopkinsville Community College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:
  • Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
  • Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
  • 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
  • Vacation/Sick Time
  • Work-Life Balance
  • 9.5 Paid Holidays
  • 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
  • Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary
The primary purpose of the Nursing Instructor - Simulation is to provide quality simulated nursing clinical experiences to nursing students at Hopkinsville Community College.
Job Duties:
Effectively teach simulated clinical experiences for the nursing division as assigned by the college (assignments may be at any campus site).
• Develop and implement simulated nursing clinical experiences.
• Provide for and be actively involved in on-going evaluations, development, and enhancement of simulation
• Actively utilize instructional and discipline research data to employ methods for continuous improvement in instructional and institutional effectiveness.
• Actively utilize technology as a learning tool and actively evaluate instructional tools for effective learning in the area of simulation.
• Participate in academic and student enhancement activities, including student advising.
• Maintain and improve, through professional development, competence in discipline knowledge and instructional techniques, including capabilities in the development of simulation.
• Participate in internal and external service activities (college committees, system committees, community relations).
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Nursing faculty shall hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
• RN license to practice in Kentucky, with a minimum of two years experience as a registered nurse within the past five years.
• Experience with simulation technology and create of simulation experiences preferred.
• Desire and enthusiasm to grow and learn the dynamics of simulation with attendance at conferences and future certification in the area.
Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act
Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.
Advertised: 05 May 2026 Central Daylight Time
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