Simulation Specialist

University of California, Irvine•Irvine, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The UCI Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing and Simulation Center is dedicated to educating nursing professionals who elevate patient care and advance community and population health. The Nursing Simulation Center is an integral component of the school's educational mission, serving as a simulated clinical environment where learners can safely develop and refine their skills, techniques, and clinical decision-making throughout their academic journey.

Requirements

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word®, Outlook®, Excel®, and PowerPoint®.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
Ability to assess, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment or technology issues promptly.
Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment; able to work evenings and weekends as required.
Strong verbal, written, and active listening communication skills. Service-oriented and responsive to questions and requests, with a professional and courteous demeanor.
Demonstrated interpersonal and relationship-building skills with faculty, staff, and learners.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management skills with strong attention to detail. Able to coordinate complex faculty schedules and maintain precise documentation.
General knowledge of educational technology and learning management systems; competence in triaging technical issues.
Ability to obtain Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) or Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) certification within 24 months of hire.
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

Nice To Haves

Operational knowledge of Laerdal SimCapture® platform.
Working knowledge of Laerdal simulator systems, including SimPad®.
General knowledge of adult learning theory and educational best practices.
Current CHSOS certification.
Previous experience working with healthcare simulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Paramedic (EMT-P) certification.
Basic understanding of policies, regulatory requirements, and health professions education standards.
Foundational knowledge of administrative processes, data analysis, and operations research, with the ability to implement and improve systems and workflows.
Data analysis and reporting skills, including the ability to generate, review, and submit accurate reports, and manage data within electronic systems.

Responsibilities

Applies acquired skills and knowledge of processes, policies, and procedures to support professional health education programs and learners.
Coordinates operational aspects of the programs, including curriculum implementation, learner scheduling, database management, compliance tracking, and accreditation support.
Supports the simulation, technical, and instructional activities of the Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing, as well as community outreach and relationship-building initiatives.
Responsible for the technical operations and instructional support of the Simulation Center, utilizing a diverse skill set in clinical practice, computer systems, and simulation technology.
Planning, setup, operation, and teardown of clinical simulation activities and workshops.
Ensuring compliance with established best practices, standards, and regulations.
Conducting routine maintenance and repair of simulation equipment, partial task trainers, and audiovisual systems.
Serves as a technical instructor for simulation equipment and workshop presentations.
Assists in delivering tours, outreach events, and demonstrations for internal and external audiences.