Simulation Education Specialist Registered Nurse Full-time Days
About The Position
The Simulation Education Specialist RN works within the Clinical Simulation Program of Central DuPage & Delnor Hospitals to support its mission of improving the safety and quality of healthcare delivery through simulation-based education, innovation, and research. The specialist serves as an expert and mentor in simulation pedagogy and reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values while adhering to its Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, applicable policies and procedures, and regulatory and accreditation standards. The position involves advising on simulation-based education, developing and evaluating simulation programs and scenarios, measuring outcomes, supporting research and program improvement, and mentoring simulation facilitators. The specialist also supports simulator operations, maintains simulation data and communications, and helps ensure confidentiality and security of information.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Master’s degree, or a master’s degree in progress with completion within four years of assuming the role.
- Registered Nursing license issued by the State of Illinois.
- Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association.
- At least five years of experience in a diverse clinical environment.
- At least two years of simulation facilitator experience.
- For North Region only: valid government-issued driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator.
- Two years of experience in the design and implementation of clinical education programs.
Responsibilities
- Provide consultation on whether simulation is an appropriate tool for specific educational goals.
- Assist with the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of simulation-related projects and programs.
- Partner with content experts to develop clinical scenarios.
- Test or pilot all new simulation scenarios.
- Select or develop and implement evaluation tools, including instruments, metrics, and checklists, appropriate for measuring simulation outcomes.
- Periodically review and evaluate simulation courses for effectiveness; use internal and external benchmark data and best practices to establish improvement targets, timelines, and metrics.
- Support preparation of grant-writing materials for the simulation program.
- Serve as backup for simulator operations.
- Educate others on simulation pedagogy.
- Mentor developing simulation facilitators.
- Assist in developing and implementing simulation policies, processes, and procedures consistent with program and organizational goals and SSIH Accreditation standards.
- Maintain and analyze data and information about simulation activities.
- Develop and maintain communication tools related to simulation.
- Partner in simulation research, data collection, and analysis.
- Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, webinars, workshops, conferences, and professional affiliations.
- Maintain data confidentiality and security.
- Assist with or provide visitor and guided tours.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Loan forgiveness
- 401(k) matching
- Lifecycle benefits
- A range of benefits intended to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
