Overview

Join Our Pediatric Excellence Team as a Registered Nurse - Perinatal Simulation Program Educator at Riley Hospital for Children!
Are you a dedicated RN with a passion for neonatal and perinatal care and a desire to advance clinical education? Riley Hospital for Children is seeking an experienced and motivated Perinatal Simulation Program Educator to lead high-fidelity simulation initiatives that improve patient safety, foster teamwork, and elevate clinical skills across the perinatal care spectrum.

Why Join IU Health?

As Indiana's largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling at no cost to you

• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!

If you'd like to learn more about our benefits, please view our benefits website: careers.iuhealth.org/pages/benefits-designed-for-you

About the Role:

As a key member of our education team, you will design, facilitate, and evaluate innovative simulation-based training tailored to neonatal and perinatal healthcare providers. Your expertise will help prepare teams for critical situations in Level 3 and 4 NICU settings, ensuring they are equipped with the skills, confidence, and knowledge to deliver exceptional care. This role involves traveling between facilities, managing simulation resources, and working closely with multidisciplinary teams to create realistic, impactful learning experiences that translate into improved patient outcomes.
Position Highlights:

Travel & Logistics: Requires reliable transportation and the ability to lift equipment; mileage reimbursement provided.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, day shifts--no evenings or weekends.
Educational Leadership: Lead and coordinate simulation programs, from scenario development to debriefing, for a diverse range of learners including faculty, residents, NNPs/Pas, and community providers.
Research & Innovation: Support clinical research activities, including recruitment, consent, data collection, and analysis.
Equipment & Resources: Maintain simulation mannequins, video systems, and expendable supplies to ensure top-quality program delivery.
Curriculum Design: Develop tailored learning objectives and scenarios based on learner levels and educational needs.
Continuous Improvement: Evaluate program effectiveness, gather feedback, and implement improvements to enhance learning outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Requires discipline-specific current registration/certification/licensure as mandated by program accreditation requirements and/or professional standards.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing required. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience
• 5+ years of Level 3-4 NICU experience preferred.
• Strong clinical expertise in neonatal resuscitation, stabilization, or critical care.
• Experience in simulation education, curriculum development, or healthcare teaching preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift equipment and reliable transportation to travel as needed.

Why Join Riley Hospital for Children?

Be part of a leading pediatric health system committed to innovative education, high-quality patient care, and professional growth. Help shape the future of neonatal and perinatal care through dynamic simulation training.