Position Summary
Reporting to the School of Nursing Director, the Skills Lab / Simulation Coordinator, manages operation of the skills lab and simulation center for the multiple nursing programs. This position includes :
- Provide comprehensive technical and educational support to faculty and students in skills lab classes including set up and tear down of equipment.
- Manage and order routine supplies to ensure consistency and availability of supplies required for students to meet course and program learning outcomes.
- Provide maintenance and troubleshooting of skills lab and simulation equipment.
- Coordinate lab and simulation schedule.
- Collaborate with faculty course leads and lab instructors and assist faculty with facilitating simulation learning objectives.
- Participate in department simulation committee meetings.
Position Information
Responsibility A : Provide comprehensive technical and educational support to faculty and students in the SF State University School of Nursing Skills / Intervention Lab
A.1 Technical and Educational Support
Assist faculty by preparing materials and equipment needed for individual lab classes; set up and take down supplies, materials and equipment being used in teaching and student practice.Assist faculty in facilitating learning objectives; apply knowledge of education modalities and principles.Work with faculty to evaluate effectiveness of Laboratory experiences, organization and use of materials and equipment.Contribute to a positive, inclusive, encouraging learning environment that promotes students’ ability to demonstrate clinical judgement and problem-solving skills.Develop and update orientation and training materials for students, staff and faculty in collaboration and consultation with colleagues such as other lab staff, faculty members, and student workers as appropriate. Collaborate with other lab staff to make sure lab documents are consistent across campuses.Implement and ensure consistent use of protocols and instructions for using new equipment and updating them as needed in collaboration / consultation with colleagues such as other lab staff, faculty members and student workers.Orient faculty to proper use of new equipment and assist faculty by demonstrating proper equipment use to students; provide support as needed to faculty and students to ensure proper use of equipment.A.2. Lab Coordination
Responsible for documenting and tracking maintenance, servicing and warranties on durable equipment such as (but not limited to) beds, mobile charting computers, IV pumps, trainers, and schedules maintenance visits or repairs, coordinating with other lab staff as needed.Manage and order routine supplies and consumable inventory, ensuring supplies are stored appropriately. Coordinate with other lab staff to ensure consistency of supplies and / or sharing of supplies across the campuses.Responsible for developing schedules with faculty for use of labs outside of regularly scheduled class time on semester-to-semester and week-to-week basis.Schedule and implement open lab times as needed.Manage the recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling and supervision of student workers in the labs (skills and sim), collaborating with faculty members, other lab staff and the office manager as needed.Consult with lab team and faculty to identify short-term and long-term equipment needs and requests.Participate in lab staff and faculty meetings and contributes to discussions on lab use and management.Contribute ideas to improve processes, efficient use of lab space, innovative approaches to equipment and resource management.Interact with ITS, Facilities, and other SF State departments as needed.Responsibility B : Provide technical and educational support for simulation events
B.1. Design and Development
Collaborate with faculty course leads, and other lab staff to develop and implement simulation-based learning that adheres to simulation standards of best practice.Assist faculty in facilitating simulation learning objectives; have a working knowledge of simulation education modalities, simulation education principles, and nursing program curricular goals.Provide guidance and feedback to faculty on the design and execution of simulation-based experiential learning.Assist course lead faculty in creating and modifying scenarios and providing support during simulations.Support both Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSIH)'s mission to improve patient safety and healthcare outcomes through the use of simulation-based education and International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL)'s mission to advance the science of healthcare simulation.B.2 Simulation Support
Oversee day-to-day operations of the simulation lab, ensuring that all equipment and technology are functioning optimally and meeting educational objectives.Set up and prepare simulation scenarios, including the arrangement of physical space, medical equipment, supplies, and patient simulators.Operate and troubleshoot AV system during simulations, including cameras, recording / playback, and exporting (SimCapture) as needed.Operate and troubleshoot simulation equipment (such as simulators, beds, intravenous pumps, ventilators, etc.) during scenarios, adjusting parameters and responses to ensure realism and educational effectiveness according to scenario algorithm.Roleplay during simulation, including playing the voice of patients, doctor, and other simulated healthcare professionals – once trained if no healthcare backgroundMay be involved with co-debriefing simulation sessions with the Simulation Coordinator to provide feedback to learners according to standards of practice. – once trained if no healthcare backgroundWork with faculty to evaluate and effectively organize the use of materials and equipment.Collect data and feedback during simulations for evaluation and debriefing purposes.Communicate effectively with learners, faculty, and staff to ensure their understanding of simulation lab expectations and logistics.Foster a collaborative, safe and positive learning environment for faculty and students.Keep current on emerging trends and best practices in simulation-based education and share this knowledge with the Simulation Coordinator, course lead faculty, clinical faculty and lab staff.Participate in ongoing professional development activities to stay current on emerging trends and best practices in simulation-based education.B.3 Simulation Training
Contribute to the development and updating of simulation orientation and training materials for students, staff and faculty.Provide orientation, training and technical support to faculty, staff and learners on simulation technologies, simulation equipment, software platforms, procedures, and best practices.Train and lead the work-study students and volunteers, ensuring that they have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to effectively support simulation-based learning.Contribute to updating simulation equipment safety manuals and instructions in consultation as needed with faculty, staff and students.B.4 Equipment and Supply Management
Participate in systems for tracking simulation equipment maintenance, including audiovisual systems, task trainers, manikins, and related hardware / software in collaboration with other lab staff.Provide support for installation, repairs and maintenance of simulation equipment, in coordination with other lab staff.Consult with the lab team and nursing faculty to identify short-term and long-term equipment needs, recommend products, and prioritize lab purchase requests.Contribute to the selection, procurement, and implementation of new simulation equipment, and technology for simulation-based sessions.Ensure the availability and proper functioning of necessary supplies and equipment for simulation-based learning activities.Manage inventory and stock levels for simulation labs.Responsibility C : Serve on School of Nursing Simulation Committee
Attend Simulation committee meetingsConduct required chemical inventories, hazard assessments, and inspections. Coordinates hazard assessments / documentation in labsParticipate in on-going trainings offered by the University.Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :
Knowledge of the principles and methods related to performing support services for healthcare simulation; knowledge of the methods and techniques related to discipline to which assigned; knowledge of the materials and supplies related to the curriculum, their characteristics, and uses.
Ability to plan, organize, and schedule work; ability to operate and trouble-shoot / coordinate repair of technical, scientific, audio-visual and IT equipment; ability to coordinate support services to meet a comprehensive variety of needs; ability to develop off-campus resources related to the discipline for obtaining materials or equipment.
Education and Experience :
Equivalent to four years of experience providing instructional support services or in producing materials or supplies or repairing equipment in a discipline related to nursing; OrEquivalent to two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplementals, or equipment in nursing or a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience; OrEquivalent to four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplements or equipment in nursing or a related field may be substituted for two years of the required experience; OrEquivalent to four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplements or equipment in nursing or a related field may be substituted for two years of the required experience.Preferred Qualifications
Previous healthcare experience such as EMT, LVN, RN, PT / PT Aide, OT / OT Aide, or related fieldPrevious experience or certification in Healthcare Simulation, such as Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist® (CHSOS®)Familiarity with simulation software and technology, including Laerdal’s LLEAP platform, SimCapture, and Laerdal high-fidelity manikins.Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills.Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skillsExcellent organizational, planning, and customer service skillsBasic to intermediate knowledge of computer software, internet and database applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Workplace Suite…)Proficient in Windows / Mac Operating systemsBasic knowledge of TCP / IP networking and related network servicesStrong, professional verbal and written communication skillsMust be able to independently move equipment and move mannequins with assistance of othersAble to set-up, operate, and take down skills and simulation lab equipmentAble to provide IT, AV, simulation equipment and mannequin support servicesAble to follow simulation scenarios and make appropriate adjustments based on participant actionsAble to work effectively in a team environmentAble to work independently, multitask with minimal direction, and prioritize time and resourcesAble to create, document and follow processes and proceduresAble to establish and maintain safety standards and practices in lab settingsAble to plan, organize, direct and lead the work of student assistantsAble to communicate with manufacturers regarding maintenance, repairs, updates and technology changesAble to identify and implement solutions to problems related to equipment, computer hardware or software and seek out appropriate resourcesAble to evaluate overall operations of skills lab activities and contribute to quality improvement effortsDemonstrated understanding and consideration of needs and concerns of individuals with varying identities, cultures and backgrounds.Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace and culture of belonging.Environmental / Physical / Special
Exposure to environmental hazards related to working with medical waste / sharps.Able to lift objects up to 50 pounds.Potential for exposure to contaminated blood and / or body fluid.Subject to walking, sitting, standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, and stooping.Pre-