Nursing Simulation Technologist

A Nursing Simulation Technologist operates, maintains, and prepares simulators, multimedia equipment, and supplies for nursing educational experiences. Key responsibilities include programming simulators, maintaining equipment and facilities, setting up simulation labs, applying moulage to create realistic effects, providing technical support to faculty, implementing scenarios, and ensuring lab policies and safety protocols are followed.

• Prepares set-up of simulation events including all supplies, equipment, and medications needed utilizing clinical knowledge.
• Assist faculty during simulation activities.
• Provides on-demand support and troubleshooting during live simulation sessions to minimize disruptions.
• Maintains supply inventory levels.
• Maintains the simulation lab environment, including restoring it to a pre-scenario condition after each event.

• Sets up, operates, and programs simulators and other medical equipment (e.g. IV pumps).
• Perform regular maintenance on simulation equipment.
• Operates Learning Management System as needed.

• Works closely with the Manager of Simulation and other Simulation Team members to execute simulation schedules and activities.
• Assists with documentation of simulation activities as necessary.
• Stays current with simulation technology and best practices.

• Contributes to maintaining a positive, safe, and effective learning environment for students.

• Degree from an accredited clinical program (LPN or RN preferred) and at least 3 years direct care experience and/or simulation experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Flexibility to manage often-changing simulation event needs

• Experience with high-fidelity simulation manikins and AV systems.
• Familiarity with nursing or healthcare education environments.
• Ability to adapt to emerging simulation technologies.

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator

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