RN - Clinical Simulation Lab Specialist - FT Day

Overview

The Clinical Simulation Lab Specialist is responsible for supporting the coordination, operation, and maintenance of simulation-based learning environments, ensuring simulation activities are executed efficiently and consistently.

• Coordinate day‑to‑day simulation lab operations, including scheduling, room setup, teardown, and turnover to ensure efficient utilization of lab space and resources.
• Prepare simulation environments for learning activities, including equipment setup, supply staging, scenario programming, and technology testing prior to sessions.
• Operate high‑, mid‑, and low‑fidelity simulations and equipment, including manikins and audiovisual systems to support scenario execution and learner engagement.
• Manage simulation technology during sessions, including real‑time physiological adjustments, troubleshooting, and scenario flow support.
• Serve as the voice/operator for manikins and support standardized patient coordination as applicable.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic repair of simulation equipment; escalates complex issues to vendors as needed.
• Maintain inventory of simulation supplies and equipment; monitor par levels and coordinate ordering and replacement to ensure operational readiness.
• Ensure simulation lab readiness through standardized setup processes, equipment checks, and adherence to safety and infection control practices.
• Collaborate with clinical educators and program leads to translate learning objectives into simulation setup, equipment needs, and technical execution plans.
• Support simulation‑based education across orientation, transition to practice, competency validation, and ongoing professional development programs.
• Assist with scenario preparation, including programming, testing, and resetting simulation scenarios to ensure consistency across sessions.
• Manage audiovisual recording systems, including setup, recording, storage, and retrieval of simulation sessions to support debriefing and evaluation.
• Track and document simulation utilization metrics, equipment usage, and operational data to support program evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Maintain organization of the simulation lab, storage areas, and digital files to ensure accessibility and standardization across users.
• Provide onboarding and basic training to educators and facilitators on simulation equipment.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, accreditation standards, and simulation best practice (e.g., SSH standards).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance simulation efficiency, standardization, and learner experience.
• Support special projects, system initiatives, and expansion of simulation capabilities.

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or a relevant area of professional practice (Allied Health, Respiratory Care).
• Master's Degree in Nursing (preferred).
• Minimum 2 years of general nursing or clinical practice.
• Preferred:
  Experience as simulation lab staff, clinical educator, or in a clinical academic or professional development role.

• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Self‑motivated and self‑managed.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Forms, PowerPoint).
• Strong problem‑solving capabilities.
• Strong collaboration and cross‑functional partnership abilities.
• Strong knowledge of specialty standards of practice, Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH), ANPD Scope of Practice Model, and adult‑learning principles.
• Ability to assess, design, and implement education that supports adult learning and practice change.
• Skilled facilitator, coach, and mentor across levels of clinical associates.
• Experience with simulation‑based development.
• Knowledge of competency‑based education, evidence‑based practice, and quality improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge and skill in clinical care.

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