Clinical Simulation Operations Specialist / Simulation RN-College of Nursing

Simulation Operations & Technical Support

Operate and maintain simulation equipment, including high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, and VR/AV systems.

Prepare simulation environments to reflect realistic clinical settings, ensuring equipment functionality and scenario accuracy.

Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during simulation sessions.

Schedule and execute after-hours preventive maintenance windows and periodic PM/weekend simulation events aligned to academic needs.

Monitor vendor roadmaps and implement updates aligned with industry standards and best practices.

Clinical Expertise & Scenario Facilitation

Serve as a clinical resource during simulation activities, portraying roles such as nurse, patient, or family member to enhance realism.

Collaborate with faculty to design and refine simulation scenarios aligned with course objectives and current clinical guidelines.

Participate in pre-briefing and debriefing sessions to reinforce clinical reasoning, communication, and patient safety principles.

Program Development, Quality Assurance & Reporting

Contribute to the development of new simulation initiatives and interprofessional education activities.

Assist in collecting and analyzing data related to simulation utilization, student outcomes, and program effectiveness.

Maintain accurate records of simulation sessions, equipment usage, and student participation.

Own recurring analytics deliverables (e.g., monthly utilization and throughput, equipment uptime, incident trends, student performance indicators) and present concise reports to the NRC Director and faculty leads.

Collaborate with the operations team to build, publish, and maintain role-appropriate dashboards (faculty, leadership, operations) using Excel and data visualization tools; ensure data quality, version control, and documentation.

Work with the Director to establish lightweight KPIs and drive continuous improvement.

Industry & Standards Surveillance

Monitor and summarize industry trends and standards (e.g., INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation℠, SSH guidance, vendor release notes).

Recommend practical upgrades and adjustments to pedagogy and operations based on emerging best practices.

Lab Management, Supervision & Professional Development

Ensure the Kirbo Lab is organized, clean, and fully operational.

Monitor inventory and coordinate maintenance and upgrades of simulation equipment.

Supervise, train, and schedule student workers; assign daily tasks (room turnover, restocking, basic device checks), and provide coaching and feedback.

Stay current with trends in simulation technology, nursing education, and clinical practice through continuing education and professional development.