Simulation Coordinator for Nursing

Warner Pacific University•Portland, OR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Simulation Coordinator is a registered nurse who supports the nursing simulation and skills laboratories by assisting faculty with the planning, preparation, implementation, and evaluation of simulation-based learning activities. Working collaboratively with faculty, the Simulation Coordinator helps facilitate learning experiences that support student achievement of course outcomes, AACN (2021) Essentials, NCLEX readiness, clinical judgment, patient safety competencies, and program outcomes. The Simulation Coordinator is responsible for the upkeep of simulation equipment, supplies, standardized patients, simulation technologies, skills laboratories, simulation-based clinical replacement experiences, faculty support related to simulation, and compliance with INACSL Standards of Best Practice, CCNE standards, and Oregon State Board of Nursing regulations. This staff position is a benefits-eligible, .75 FTE non-exempt position that extends from August-May.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
Current unencumbered Oregon Registered Nurse license.
Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) credential or eligibility (upon hire)
Minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience.
Two years’ experience in simulation-based education, nursing skills instruction, clinical instruction, or healthcare education.
Experience working with diverse populations.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or related field.
College teaching or clinical instruction experience.
Knowledge of AACN (2021 and 2026) Essentials, INACSL Standards of Best Practice, CCNE accreditation standards, and Oregon State Board of Nursing regulations.

Responsibilities

Coordinate simulation and skills laboratory activities across all levels of the Prelicensure BSN curriculum.
Collaborate with faculty to design, implement, revise, and evaluate simulation scenarios aligned with course outcomes and AACN (2021) Essentials.
In collaboration with nursing faculty assist with simulation pre-briefing, simulation experiences, and debriefing using evidence-based methodologies.
Following each laboratory, simulation, and skills session, restores and maintains the simulation and skills laboratories in a clean, organized, and patient-ready condition.
Maintains organization of the simulation and skills laboratories, ensuring equipment, supplies, and teaching materials are properly stored, inventoried, and readily accessible.
In collaboration with nursing faculty, assist with the development of realistic simulation experiences that promote clinical judgment, critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and patient safety.
Prepares simulation and skills laboratories, equipment, supplies, and standardized patients to support laboratory and simulation learning activities.
Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and coordinate repair of high-fidelity simulators, audiovisual systems, task trainers, and simulation technology.
Monitor simulation supply inventories and coordinate purchasing recommendations.
Maintain simulation laboratory schedules and coordinate simulation space utilization in accordance with the Dean of Nursing.
Support nursing faculty in simulation technology, simulation facilitation, and debriefing best practices.
Support student remediation, competency validation, and skills laboratory activities.
Assist when needed with development and implementation of simulation policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives.
Collect and maintain simulation utilization data, student participation records, and assessment information.
Collaborate with faculty and administration to support CCNE accreditation, AACN (2021) Essentials implementation, and Oregon State Board of Nursing compliance activities.
Support orientation activities, open laboratory sessions, student skills workshops, and university-wide events.
Participate in professional organizations and maintain current knowledge of simulation standards and best practices.
Maintain compliance with INACSL Standards of Best Practice.
Understand and promote the mission, vision, values, and core themes of Warner Pacific University.
Exhibit excellent communication skills in all interactions with administrators, faculty, staff, and students.
Adhere to University policies and procedures.
Demonstrate commitment to a Christian liberal arts education and professional nursing program by upholding the mission of the University and abiding by the Employment Standards and Lifestyle Agreement.