Simulation Education Specialist

Position Department: RISE Center

Position Type: Staff Part-Time

Overview

Under the direction of the Simulation Center Director, the incumbent will be responsible for educational and technical aspects of the (RISE) Center. Responsibilities include: conducts and debriefs simulations; adhering to the International Nursing Association of Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL) Standards in the performance of simulation duties; maintain Simulation Center as a clean, safe, and operational facility and optimal learning environment; sets up and cleans up rooms for training sessions and meetings; participates in simulation team meetings; provides an appropriate orientation to simulator features and the simulated learning environment before each scenario; provides evaluation forms for users to complete; maintains currency in simulation literature; solicits instructor and student feedback following simulation experiences to analyze the impact of simulation on the learning process; maintains data confidentiality and security; develops a professional working relationship with administrators, professionals, and the RISE simulation team; ensures that all work assignments meet deadlines and standards of quality; performs other related duties as assigned. This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible position limited to 950 hours per calendar year.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate maintenance of all education and training records (instructor and student hours, course materials, and evaluations), assuring compliance with accreditation standards
• Coordinates with RISE Center operations manager in order to ensure supplies for simulation experiences are available
• Assist with designing and managing simulator program advertising and information dissemination, including brochure and web site
• Assist with recruiting, training, and supervising technical staff and other Simulation Center employees to assure effective maintenance and repair of simulator and clinical equipment
• Maintain nursing competency through work related memberships and activities
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing Education
• PhD or DNP preferred
• Experience with Simulation Education
• 1-3 years of simulation experience preferred
• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) preferred. If not CHSE certified, expectation of CHSE certification within two years of hire
• Previous experience in medical surgical nursing and education is preferred
• Certified Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, and Pediatric Life Support instructors is preferred
• Knowledge of INACSL standards, patient simulation services and instructional technologies.
• Knowledge of principles and methods of adult education.
• Computer proficiency in PC and Mac-based software applications: Google Office Suite, MS Word, PowerPoint.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of all education and training records (instructor and student hours, course materials, and evaluations), assuring compliance with accreditation standards
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and willing to learn new skills.Ability to work under pressure and reliably meets deadlines. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to coordinate training assignments, tasks, and schedules. Ability to assess situations and adapt to highly dynamic environment.
• Must have current unencumbered RN Licensure for the state of PA

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Act 153 Clearance Required: Yes

Required To Pass a Motor Vehicle Report Check (If driving on behalf of the University): No

Required to Pass a Credit Check: Yes

Additional Posting Information: None

Special Applicant Instructions: None

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