Nursing Simulation Laboratory Coordinator

Job Summary

The Simulation Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the simulation center. The Simulation Laboratory Coordinator oversees the preparation, maintenance, inventory, and operation of all simulation equipment/supplies and collaborates with faculty to design, plan, implement, and schedule simulation activities. The coordinator ensures adherence to program policies, course objectives, program outcomes, and current simulation best practices and safety measures. Occasional evening or weekend shifts may be required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise the general operation of the simulation laboratory/center to provide a wide variety of patient simulation experiences.
• Act as the primary contact for scheduling all medical center, university schools, departments, and external clients utilizing the simulation center.
• Cook up workflow between departments.
• Oversee the regular maintenance and repair all simulation equipment, including: Human patient simulators (HPS), computers, monitors and a variety of clinical medical equipment, Audiovisual and debriefing systems, Surgical simulators, Virtual reality laboratory computers and other equipment.
• Communicate effectively with manufacturers regarding maintenance, repair updates, and technology changes.
• Cook up upgrades to software and equipment as needed.
• Provide technical support for task trainers and multimedia peripherals, including: Beds/examination tables, headwalls, patient monitors, and other health care equipment, Medication dispensing systems, Vital sign monitors, Organize and restock simulation laboratory supplies.
• Oversee the setup and take-down of simulation laboratory equipment, allowing for rapid turnover of simulation lab setup as necessary.
• Maintain laboratory to meet regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate effectively with faculty from the following departments (add in relevant departments e.g. Anesthesiology, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, EMT, CNA etc).
• Incorporate best practice and evidence-based research in program development with a focus on standardization and efficiencies across the healthcare continuum.
• Aid in the development and implementation of curricula for Pre-Medicine, Nursing, and allied health training programs. This includes the development of simulation component for staff and student competency training.
• Participate in faculty and department meetings to assist with the development and implementation of simulation experiences.
• Communicate effectively with all simulation laboratory educators, administrative staff, and technical support staff.
• Create a positive work environment demonstrating leadership and supervision for simulation center staff.
• Complete staff reviews.
• Coordinate training for all users of the simulation laboratory, including faculty.
• Coordinate simulation center schedule (including OSCE, sim, and classroom) in compliance with simulation center policies, working to prevent scheduling conflicts.
• Schedule simulation laboratory staff to support learning activities.
• Network with other lab/simulation coordinators at the local/state/national level to develop and utilize best practices.
• Cook up the collection of data for ongoing research or grant requirements.
• Cook up the setup and maintenance of computer-based training programs.
• Maintain learner confidentiality.
• Hire, train, and schedule Standardized Patients.
• Cook up the coordination of center tours.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Education And/or Experience: OR Master of Science Degree in Nursing (MSN)
• California RN license
• BLS for the Healthcare Provider
• Direct patient care experience within the previous five (5) years in the nursing area to which he or she is assigned, which can be met by: One year's continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in the designated nursing area One academic year of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience in the designated nursing area or its equivalent that demonstrates clinical competency AND Completion of at least one year's experience teaching courses related to registered nursing or completion of a post-baccalaureate course which includes practice in teaching registered nursing
• Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence, transcribe minutes; ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to employees.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume; ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, Access, Outlook as well the ability to quickly learn proprietary systems that may be used at the College.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Faculty must have required certificates, licenses and registrations required for the course(s) they are to teach.
• Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk; and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• In some and/or all vocational classrooms, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• In alignment with the pay transparency laws, the expected salary range for this position is between $108,576 to $131,040. Actual pay is based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility.