Simulation and Skills Lab Coordinator

Georgia Department of Revenue; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Georgia is seeking a Simulation and Skills Lab Coordinator for Nursing to plan, coordinate, and operate nursing skills labs and simulation environments. You will oversee daily lab operations, safety, and instructional quality across campuses, while collaborating with faculty and external partners.

The role emphasizes development of evidence-based simulation scenarios, effective debriefing, and alignment with accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Current, unencumbered RN license eligible to practice in Georgia.
• 1–3 years of clinical nursing experience including medical-surgical nursing.
• Experience supporting or facilitating nursing skills labs or simulation-based instruction.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with faculty, staff, students, and external partners in a dynamic instructional environment.
• Proficiency with computer applications, instructional technology, and web-based systems to support student success and instructional quality in a clinical education environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the daily operations of nursing skills labs and simulation facilities across assigned campuses.
• Develop, implement, and update policies, procedures, and guidelines related to simulation lab use, safety, and operations.
• Schedule, monitor, and track the use, movement, and checkout of simulation and skills lab equipment.
• Design, develop, implement, and continuously refine nursing simulation scenarios using evidence-based practices, role‑playing, props, and structured debriefing techniques.
• Ensure simulation and skills lab activities support course objectives, program outcomes, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and safe learning environment that promotes active learning, reflective thinking, and confidential debriefing.
• Support nursing faculty by orienting instructors to lab procedures, equipment operation, and simulation best practices.
• Provide remediation and skills support to nursing students, as assigned.
• Maintain accurate inventory of lab supplies, equipment, and materials; ensure proper storage, maintenance, repair, and replacement of equipment.
• Ensure compliance with institutional health, safety, and infection control policies, including safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting related to simulation effectiveness, student learning outcomes, and satisfaction.
• Support accreditation activities by maintaining documentation and participating in preparation for ACEN reviews, site visits, and reports related to simulation and skills instruction.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to make budget recommendations related to simulation equipment, supplies, and instructional needs.
• Participate in professional development activities to remain current with simulation technology, instructional methodologies, and nursing education standards.
• Teach as needed in nursing program courses.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Nursing programs.

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

RN license in GA

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!

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Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia’s more than 10 million citizens!
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Job Title

Simulation and Skills Lab Coordinator

Job Requisition ID

JR0000001769

Number of Openings

1

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

COMPENSATION WILL BE COMMENSURATE WITH THE APPLICANT’S EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

We are seeking a qualified candidate with the following minimum qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Nursing from a nationally or regionally accredited institution.
• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in the state of Georgia.
• Minimum of one to three years of recent clinical nursing experience, including medical surgical nursing.
• Experience supporting or facilitating nursing skills lab and/or simulation-based instruction.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and external partners in a dynamic instructional environment.
• Proficiency with computer applications, instructional technology, and web-based systems.to student success and instructional quality in a clinical education environment.

Preferred Qualifications

(In addition to the minimum qualifications) The ideal candidate will possess the following preferred qualifications:

• Experience designing, implementing, or evaluating simulation scenarios in nursing education.
• Familiarity with high- and medium-fidelity simulation equipment and instructional technologies.
• Experience aligning simulation activities with ACEN standards and Georgia Board of Nursing requirements.
• Prior postsecondary teaching or clinical instruction experience.
• Knowledge of Technical College System of Georgia policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

As the Simulation and Skills Lab Coordinator for Nursing, you will support the planning, coordination, and operation of nursing skills labs and simulation environments.

• Coordinate and manage the daily operations of nursing skills labs and simulation facilities across assigned campuses.
• Develop, implement, and update policies, procedures, and guidelines related to simulation lab use, safety, and operations.
• Schedule, monitor, and track the use, movement, and checkout of simulation and skills lab equipment.
• Design, develop, implement, and continuously refine nursing simulation scenarios using evidence-based practices, role‑playing, props, and structured debriefing techniques.
• Ensure simulation and skills lab activities support course objectives, program outcomes, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and safe learning environment that promotes active learning, reflective thinking, and confidential debriefing.
• Support nursing faculty by orienting instructors to lab procedures, equipment operation, and simulation best practices.
• Provide remediation and skills support to nursing students, as assigned.
• Maintain accurate inventory of lab supplies, equipment, and materials; ensure proper storage, maintenance, repair, and replacement of equipment.
• Ensure compliance with institutional health, safety, and infection control policies, including safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting related to simulation effectiveness, student learning outcomes, and satisfaction.
• Support accreditation activities by maintaining documentation and participating in preparation for ACEN reviews, site visits, and reports related to simulation and skills instruction.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to make budget recommendations related to simulation equipment, supplies, and instructional needs.
• Participate in professional development activities to remain current with simulation technology, instructional methodologies, and nursing education standards.
• Teach as needed in nursing program courses.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Nursing programs.

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with education and work experience. Additional benefits include paid state holidays, paid annual and sick leave, and participation in the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.