Nursing Simulation Lab Specialist

Avila Partnership; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition remission for employee and/or 

Vacation and sick leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Avila University in Kansas City, MO, seeks a Nursing Simulation and Learning Resources Technician to coordinate and run simulation activities, manage nursing skills labs, and oversee equipment, supplies, and educational resources. The role supports student skill development and maintains a safe learning environment.

The position handles budgeting input, procurement requests, and collaboration with faculty to ensure timely lab operations and resource availability for nursing education initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Healthcare, Education, Technology) is required.
• Simulation certification, willingness to obtain certification, or evidence of continuing education in simulation is preferred.
• Experience with nursing simulation, skills laboratories, and healthcare education environments is preferred.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and related technology.
• Ability to learn and utilize learning management systems (LMS), 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.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate simulation experiences and related technologies to support learning outcomes.
• Act as a standardized patient, ensuring consistent student experience.
• Maintain confidentiality of case materials and student performance.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot simulation and laboratory equipment.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized simulation and skills laboratory environment.
• Collaborate with faculty on scheduling and resource allocation.
• Provide orientation to resources, equipment, policies, and procedures for students and new faculty.
• Maintain inventories and coordinate repairs and upgrades.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

LMS familiarity

Healthcare education knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare or Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Simulation platforms

Job description

Avila University in Kansas City, MO, seeks a Nursing Simulation and Learning Resources Technician to coordinate and run simulation activities, manage nursing skills labs, and oversee equipment, supplies, and educational resources. The role supports student skill development and maintains a safe learning environment.

The position handles budgeting input, procurement requests, and collaboration with faculty to ensure timely lab operations and resource availability for nursing education initiatives.