Simulation Technician, School of Nursing

Simulation Technician, School of Nursing

Requisition Number: SIMUL
009219

• Posted :
  September 22, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Bloomington, MN 55435, USA

Simulation Technician, School of Nursing
Rasmussen University
Bloomington, MN

The Simulation Technician will provide technical and mechanical support for day-to-day operations in the Nursing simulation space and is responsible for the preparation, operation, and overall maintenance of all simulation equipment and supplies, including simulators, manikins, control devices, and audiovisual equipment, where applicable. This individual will collaborate with the National Simulation team members, Nursing Leadership, Campus Director, faculty, and students to promote excellence and support the strategic vision for simulation education at Rasmussen University.

This position requires excellent time management, organization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities:

Simulation Center Operations and Maintenance – 75%

• Coordinates the delivery of all simulation activities.
• Maintains simulation activities and learner confidentiality.
• Ensures appropriate setup, breakdown, clean up (moulage), and restocking of the simulation, VR, debrief rooms, and additional teaching spaces before and after all simulation activities.
• Organizes and maintains storeroom environments, hallways, and control rooms.
• Operates patient manikins and AV equipment for the duration of simulations.
• Trains faculty on the equipment and technical aspects of running a simulation day.
• Collaborates with the National Simulation Director to maintain records related to equipment
  warranties and maintenance plans.
• Orient learners and faculty to the simulator, manikin, and environment—including equipment,
  supplies, monitors, etc.
• Tracks and maintains inventory and supplies.
• Stores, receives, and stocks equipment and supplies.
• Provides campus tours and community outreach events as requested.
• Maintains proficiency in existing and emerging quality, safety, and simulation technologies.
• Collects data for ongoing data collection and benchmarking.
• Acts as the IDR for laboratory medical waste management and medical waste training as
  OSHA requires.
• Orders supplies and consumables at an adequate level, as the budget allows, for scheduled simulation activities throughout the quarter.
• Performs equipment software and firmware updates for simulation equipment and technology.
• Maintains and repairs all simulation equipment, including:
  • Patient manikins, simulators, task trainers, Sim Pads, Instructor PCs, patient monitor
    technology, and various medical equipment.
  • Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and contacts vendors as needed

Reporting Relationships:

The Simulation Technician reports directly to the Regional Simulation Education Lead. This role also involves interacting with the Nursing Laboratory Assistant and, when necessary, assigned Student Workers. This role has no direct reports.

Requirements:

• A professional certificate, diploma, or applied associate degree is required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Not required, preferred:
  Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist
• A minimum of one year of experience working in a clinical environment in a healthcare setting
  or technical-related field (computer science, information technology, paramedic, emergency
  medical technician, certified nursing assistant, respiratory therapist, pharmacy technician)
• High technical proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Experience troubleshooting simulation technology, medical equipment, AV systems, or similar
  (Laerdal, EMS).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Knowledge of the nursing concepts, terminology, and techniques.
• Proficiency…