Onsite Nursing Lab Simulation Technician - Orlando, FL - Part Time

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Grade:
Services 208

Pay Range: $26.29 - $38.12

The Simulation Technician works with the Learning Lab Instructor to facilitate high‑fidelity simulation scenarios using patient manikins for nursing students at all levels of learning in on‑site Learning Labs. Responsible for the technical setup, operation, maintenance, and support of simulation equipment used in training and education. This position reports to the Supervisor, Lab Faculty.

• Serves as a professional role model for students in dress, communication, deportment, problem solving, care delivery and patient advocacy to facilitate student’s socialization into the profession.
• Demonstrates understanding of and participates in implementation of the philosophy and goals of the nursing program.
• Gives and accepts feedback on simulation program initiatives to obtain desired outcomes.
• Supports daily operations of the learning lab.
• Assists with lab supplies inventory using a simulation centre management application.
• Orients students and faculty to simulation lab.
• Maintains currency in field.
• Assesses and communicates supply needs to Supervisor, Lab Faculty.
• Performs Pre‑simulation Activities.
• Performs Simulation Activities.
• Performs Post‑simulation Activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

This job description includes a general representation of job requirements rather than a comprehensive inventory of all required responsibilities or work activities. The contents of this document or related job requirements may change at any time with or without notice.

• Basic knowledge of standards and processes within a narrow scope of work.
• Ability to work with computers (PC or MAC experience required).
• Ability to work with Microsoft Office programs—Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Ability to work with a simulation centre management application.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work flexible schedule (early mornings, late evenings may be required).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience working in simulation lab with manikins.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to think logically and follow directions.
• Creativity and flexibility in designing innovative approaches to solving problems.
• Commitment to utilising simulation methodology in learning and its ability to transform nursing education.
• Comfortable with technology, willing to learn.

• A high school diploma or equivalency is required.

• 3 years of professional work experience.

• Vocational or technical education in addition to prior work experience is preferred.
• Health‑care and…