Nursing Simulation and Learning Resources Technician

Avila University; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission for employee and/or

Dependent tuition remission

Health insurance

Vacation and sick leave

Retirement benefits

Generous holiday schedule

Job summary

Avila University is seeking a Nursing Simulation and Learning Resources Technician to coordinate and run simulation activities and nursing skills labs. You will manage equipment, supplies, scheduling, and educational resources while maintaining a safe, organized learning environment for student skill development.

The role focuses on operating simulation tech, assisting in budgeting for labs, and collaborating with faculty to optimize laboratory resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• Simulation certification or willingness to obtain certification preferred.
• Experience with nursing simulation, skills labs and healthcare education environments preferred.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related technology.
• Ability to learn and utilize LMS, simulation platforms, and newly implemented software.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and external vendors.
• Knowledge of simulation methodologies and nursing skill laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate simulation experiences, equipment, and related technologies.
• Serve as standardized patient to ensure consistent student experiences.
• Maintain confidentiality of case materials and student performance.
• Be a champion for realism in clinical simulation.
• Proficiently operate, maintain, troubleshoot simulation and lab equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized simulation and lab environment.
• Schedule, set up, and break down simulation activities and lab exercises.
• Coordinate with faculty for laboratory scheduling and orientation.
• Maintain inventories and coordinate repairs/updates of equipment.
• Research products, obtain faculty input, and prepare purchase recommendations.
• Assist annual budget planning for simulation resources.
• Plan effective allocation and utilization of resources.
• Participate in governance meetings and other committees.
• Maintain professional competence through continuing education related to nursing education and simulation.
• Perform other duties to support program goals and student success.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Adaptability / quick learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare, Education, or Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Simulation platforms

Job description

The Nursing Simulation and Learning Resources Technician supports nursing student learning by coordinating and running simulation activities, nursing skills laboratory operations, equipment and supply management, and educational resources. This position maintains a safe, organized, and effective learning environment; supports student skill development; and manages simulation and laboratory equipment, supplies, scheduling, and develops the purchase order request for the simulation and laboratory.

Responsibilities:

• Setup and operate simulation experiences, equipment, and related technologies to support student learning outcomes.
• Function as a standardized patient to include memorizing and recalling scenario details to ensure each student receives the same experience.
• Maintain confidentiality of all case materials and student performance
• Be a champion for realism in clinical simulation.
• Become and remain proficient in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of simulation and laboratory technology and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and functional simulation and clinical skills laboratory environment.
• Set up and break down simulation activities and laboratory exercises in a timely manner.
• Arrive in advance of scheduled activities to ensure equipment functionality and availability of required supplies.
• Collaborate with the Simulation Coordinator and faculty for laboratory scheduling.
• Provide orientation to simulation and laboratory resources, equipment, supplies, policies, and procedures for students and new faculty as needed.
• Maintain inventories of simulation, laboratory, and educational supplies and equipment.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate repairs, maintenance, updates, and replacements as needed.
• Maintain records related to equipment acquisition, warranties, manuals, maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.
• Research products and technologies, solicit faculty input, and prepare recommendations for the purchase of supplies and equipment.
• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing and Simulation Coordinator on the annual budget recommendations related to simulation and the Nursing Education Resource Center including but not limited to laboratory equipment, supplies, and educational resources.
• Assist in planning for the effective allocation and utilization of simulation and nursing skills laboratory resources.
• Participate in strategic planning initiatives related to simulation and clinical learning environments.
• Serve as a resource for students and faculty regarding simulation and laboratory equipment, supplies, policies, and procedures.
• Foster a positive, supportive, and professional learning environment.
• Participate in Nursing Governance Committee meetings and other departmental, college, or university committees as requested.
• Maintain professional competence through continuing education and professional development activities related to nursing education, simulation, and laboratory operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of program goals and student success.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Healthcare, Education, Technology) required.
• Simulation certification, willingness to obtain certification, or evidence of continuing education in simulation preferred.
• Experience with nursing simulation, skills laboratories, and healthcare education environments preferred.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and related technology.
• Ability to learn and utilize learning management systems, simulation platforms, and newly implemented software.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and external vendors.
• Knowledge of simulation methodologies, clinical education technologies, and nursing skill laboratory operations.

Successful candidates should be committed to contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.

This is a full-time position, eligible for the usual and customary benefits. Avila University’s comprehensive benefit package includes a generous holiday schedule, tuition remission for employee and dependents, vacation and sick leave, retirement benefits and health insurance.

The Community:

Kansas City, a two-state metropolitan area with a population of nearly two million, offers a wide variety of cultural, educational and social life opportunities. Avila University, a Catholic university founded and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies, preparing lifelong learners who make meaningful contributions to the global community.

Additional Employment Information:

Avila University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of, sex, race, religion, age, color, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran's status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

You must be at least 18 years of age to be employed by Avila University.

All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9)" and produce requested documentation after employment.

In compliance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, the university's annual security and crime statistics report is available at https://www.avila.edu/campus-resources/campus-safety.  A copy of this report is available upon request from the Campus Safety Office in the Whitfield building any weekday between 8am and 5pm.

Avila University requires the successful completion of a background check as a condition of employment.