Clinical Simulation Operations Specialist / Simulation RN-College of Nursing

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

23h•$80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Clinical Simulation Operations Specialist / Simulation RN is a professional who integrates clinical nursing expertise with operational, technical, and educational support to advance experiential learning at the University of Florida College of Nursing. This position plays a critical role in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of high‑ and low‑fidelity simulation experiences within the Kirbo Innovation and Learning Laboratory. Working in close collaboration with faculty and the NRC Director, the Simulation RN ensures that simulation activities align with current clinical practice standards, the INACSL Standards of Best Practice, and Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH) guidelines. In addition, this role provides leadership in simulation operations and analytics by generating recurring reports, maintaining utilization and outcomes dashboards, and translating data‑driven insights into actionable improvements in partnership with the Director and course faculty.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Nursing
Experience with simulation-based education or clinical instruction
Working knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, pharmacology, and equipment
Understanding of confidentiality and ability to handle sensitive materials
Familiarity with UF and CON rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Certification in simulation (e.g., CHSE – Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator)
Experience in academic or healthcare education settings
Demonstrated experience or willingness to learn how to produce operational reports and maintain dashboards (Excel required; familiarity with Tableau, Power BI, or Looker Studio preferred)
Experience supervising student workers, peer mentors, or similar roles
Knowledge of INACSL Standards and SSH guidance; experience operationalizing standards into simulation design and QA
Intermediate data skills (pivot tables, lookups, basic SQL or Power Query) and comfort presenting insights to non-technical audiences
Strong clinical judgment and instructional skills
Technological proficiency with simulation and VR/AV systems
Familiarity with simulation platforms and equipment (e.g., Laerdal, CAE, Gaumard)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data visualization tools
Operational analytics and data visualization skills; ability to design clear dashboards and executive-ready summaries
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Team leadership and coaching skills for student workers; ability to delegate and quality-check task completion
Time-management and flexibility to support PM/weekend events without service degradation
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Commitment to student success and academic excellence

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain simulation equipment, including high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, and VR/AV systems.
Prepare simulation environments to reflect realistic clinical settings, ensuring equipment functionality and scenario accuracy.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during simulation sessions.
Schedule and execute after-hours preventive maintenance windows and periodic PM/weekend simulation events aligned to academic needs.
Monitor vendor roadmaps and implement updates aligned with industry standards and best practices.
Serve as a clinical resource during simulation activities, portraying roles such as nurse, patient, or family member to enhance realism.
Collaborate with faculty to design and refine simulation scenarios aligned with course objectives and current clinical guidelines.
Participate in pre-briefing and debriefing sessions to reinforce clinical reasoning, communication, and patient safety principles.
Mentor students during simulation experiences, promoting critical thinking and professional behavior.
Support faculty in integrating simulation into curricula and evaluating student performance and learning outcomes.
Assist in assessing the effectiveness of simulation-based instruction and identifying areas for improvement.
Contribute to the development of new simulation initiatives and interprofessional education activities.
Assist in collecting and analyzing data related to simulation utilization, student outcomes, and program effectiveness.
Maintain accurate records of simulation sessions, equipment usage, and student participation.
Own recurring analytics deliverables (e.g., monthly utilization and throughput, equipment uptime, incident trends, student performance indicators) and present concise reports to the NRC Director and faculty leads.
Collaborate with the operations team to build, publish, and maintain role-appropriate dashboards (faculty, leadership, operations) using Excel and data visualization tools; ensure data quality, version control, and documentation.
Work with the Director to establish lightweight KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
Monitor and summarize industry trends and standards (e.g., INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation℠, SSH guidance, vendor release notes).
Recommend practical upgrades and adjustments to pedagogy and operations based on emerging best practices.
Ensure the Kirbo Lab is organized, clean, and fully operational.
Monitor inventory and coordinate maintenance and upgrades of simulation equipment.
Supervise, train, and schedule student workers; assign daily tasks (room turnover, restocking, basic device checks), and provide coaching and feedback.
Stay current with trends in simulation technology, nursing education, and clinical practice through continuing education and professional development.