Nursing Simulation Laboratory Coordinator

Carrington College; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington College in Reno, NV, is seeking a Simulation Coordinator to oversee the daily operations of the simulation center. This role includes coordinating scheduling, maintaining simulation equipment, and ensuring adherence to safety standards while collaborating closely with faculty across healthcare disciplines.

The ideal candidate should have a Master’s in Nursing and a Nevada RN license, along with direct patient care experience. This position may require evening or weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with a major in nursing; NV RN license required.
• Minimum one year of direct patient care experience as a registered nurse.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one or small group situations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operation of the simulation laboratory/center.
• Oversee setup and maintenance of simulation laboratory equipment.
• Ensure safety compliance and meet regulatory standards.

Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Support

Collaboration

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Education

Master’s degree with a major in nursing

Nevada RN license

BLS for the Healthcare Provider

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)

Job description

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.
• Coordinate workflow between departments.
• Oversee the regular maintenance and repair of 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.
  • Coordinate 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.
• Monitor and prepare laboratory budget.
• Provide recommendations for equipment and supply purchases, anticipating future changes in technology.
• Ensure safety for all users.
• 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.
• Assist 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.
• Provide orientation to new simulation lab staff and oversee their training.
• Coordinate the 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.
• Coordinate the collection of data for ongoing research or grant requirements.
• Coordinate the setup and maintenance of computer‑based training programs.
• Maintain learner confidentiality.
• Hire, train, and schedule Standardized Patients.
• Coordinates 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

• Master’s with a major in nursing; BSN, waiver for BSN
• Nevada RN license
• One year continuous, full‑time or equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse
• BLS for the Healthcare Provider

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

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, Licences, Registrations

Faculty must have required certificates, licences and registrations required for the course(s) they are to teach.

Physical Demands

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. 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.

EEO Statement

All qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.