NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.

As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.

NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.

The Lab and Simulation Lab Coordinator, and the Director of Nursing, are responsible for all aspects of the Program's simulations and clinical lab education including scheduling of labs, inventory, monitoring, ordering, and maintaining lab supplies, and set-up and monitoring of clinical lab activities that reflect an understanding of the philosophy, objectives, and curriculum of the Nursing Program, current evidence­ based nursing practice, and educational learning principles. The Lab Coordinator will serve as a resource and facilitator for all clinical lab activities for full-time faculty. The Lab Coordinator assists the Program Director with maintaining clinical compliance and accreditation with the respective Accrediting Body. The Simulation Lab Coordinator will serve as a resource and facilitator for all simulation lab clinical activities for full-time faculty. The Simulation Lab Coordinator assists the Program Director with maintaining clinical compliance and accreditation with the respective Accrediting Body.

Essential Duties:

• Teach assigned courses using the standard course outline; instructional load varies based on appointment length and position type.
• Create course materials, including handouts, lectures, labs, and presentations.
• Evaluate student performance, participate in learning outcome assessments, and suggest improvements for instruction.
• Collaborate on curriculum planning, textbook selection, and establishing academic standards.
• Supervise students in clinicals, internships, fieldwork, and simulations; provide feedback and evaluations.
• Maintain availability through email, phone, or office hours as outlined in the syllabus; support students with make-up work, review sessions, or extended grading periods.
• Assign grades, maintain FERPA-compliant student records, and meet institutional deadlines.
• Stay current with discipline-specific knowledge, licensure, and teaching methods through ongoing professional development.
• Advise students, serve on committees, mentor new faculty, and engage in college events like commencement.
• Participate in departmental, divisional, and institutional meetings as assigned by supervisors.
• Supervise students during 12-hour clinical shifts, provide real-time instruction, evaluate performance, and conduct post-conference discussions.
• Assist in setting up, running, and debriefing lab and simulation sessions; guide students through hands-on skill development.

Rate of Pay: determined by faculty scale placement (education and years of experience) *Higher compensation may be considered based on qualifications directly related to position.

Completed applications received by 1/22/2026 will be assured full consideration. Late Applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Unencumbered Registered Nurse Licensure in Arkansas
• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) required by Accrediting Body.
• Two years clinical experience
• Clinical Lab teaching experience.
• Knowledge of Arkansas State Board of Nursing practice clinical lab requirements.
• Current knowledge of contemporary practice.
• Clear criminal background check
• Clear 10 panel urine drug screen

Required license/certifications:

• CHSE certified
• Current TB/CPR certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, pushing/pulling, carrying up to 50 lbs, and sustaining endurance while standing/walking for extended periods.
• Proficiency in fine and gross motor skills to manipulate medical equipment, perform patient care tasks, and respond quickly in emergencies.
• Sensory acuity in hearing, vision, touch, and smell to accurately assess patient conditions and respond to alarms, subtle changes, and environmental cues.
• Competence in reading, writing, and interpreting medical documentation, charts, orders, and digital displays.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills for dosage calculations, interpreting measurements, evaluating data, and problem-solving.
• Emotional stability and resilience to cope with stress, unexpected events, and strong emotions while maintaining focus and professionalism.
• Ability to establish therapeutic and professional relationships with patients, families, and healthcare team members while respecting cultural differences.
• Effective communication skills to teach, delegate, influence, and collaborate across disciplines in both spoken and written English.
• Critical thinking and decision-making skills to prioritize, adapt, and synthesize information from multiple sources in dynamic healthcare environments.
• Capacity to tolerate and work effectively in environments with strong odors, disturbing sounds, and exposure to potentially distressing situations.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:
Frequently:
• Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
• Sitting
• Standing
• Walking
Constantly:
• Hearing
• Repetitive motion
• Talking

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes.

Environmental Conditions:
 

The following work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered by employees while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

The work environment typically consists of a professional office setting with a moderate noise level, including sounds from conversations, office equipment, and occasional movement of staff. Lighting is standard for office spaces, and the temperature is controlled to remain within a comfortable range. Employees may occasionally need to visit other areas, such as storage rooms, conference spaces, or outdoor locations, where environmental conditions may vary. Infrequently, exposure to louder noise levels or physical activities, such as moving lightweight materials, might be required.

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.