Society of Simulation in Healthcare
Lab Coordinator - Healthcare Simulation
Society of Simulation in Healthcare, Trenton, New Jersey, us, 08628
Job Description
Primary Responsibility: The Lab Coordinator – Healthcare Simulation provides professional coordination of the clinical simulation laboratory for nursing and allied health programs' implementation of student learning experiences. The Lab Coordinator – Healthcare Simulation manages simulation laboratory operations including equipment function, supply availability, and faculty and student support during laboratory learning experiences. The Lab Coordinator – Healthcare Simulation collaborates with the Dean of Nursing and faculty of nursing and allied health programs to evaluate laboratory operations effectiveness and planning for future needs.
Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)
Associate degree in nursing or healthcare related field required, bachelor's degree preferred.
One or more years of practice in a healthcare-related field required.
Current CPR Certification as a Healthcare Provider required.
Practice as an educator in a healthcare-related field preferred.
One or more years of experience in a teaching or simulation laboratory in an academic or healthcare setting, including organizing or managing healthcare supplies and laboratory equipment including human simulators, audiovisual and other complex technology, strongly preferred.
Knowledge and expertise in the use of simulation experiences in a nursing lab environment, as well as the ability to create and evaluate simulation experiences for students preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Must be able to demonstrate a high level of problem-solving and decision-making abilities to respond to student, clinical instructor, and clinical faculty issues.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.
Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
Hiring Range Salaries: $77,201.85 - $85,779.83 annual salary depending upon a combination of education and experience. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Pet insurance, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, annual & sick time, mental health resources, healthy lifestyle benefits, affordable transitional housing may be available to the successful candidate based on eligibility and availability, relocation if applicable. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate's skill and experience. Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Position Closing Position anticipated to close on October 30, 2025 or until filled.
Minimum Qualifications Essential Duties
Lab Management & Operation
Develop, implement, and update lab policies and procedures in collaboration with faculty and staff.
Coordinate procurement and maintenance of supply inventory to support laboratory and simulation learning activities.
Ensure safe storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
Ensure laboratory cleanliness, organization, and readiness for use.
Facilitate scheduling of simulation use by academic programs and community healthcare partners.
Prepare laboratory for specific use-cases including set up of supplies, patient simulators, and related equipment for designated laboratory or simulation sessions as directed by faculty.
Operate patient simulators and related equipment during faculty facilitated simulation sessions.
Facilitate implementation of the INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation Operations.
Other duties as assigned.
Faculty & Student Support
Create and maintain a collaborative, respectful, and professional working and learning environment.
Facilitate faculty training for laboratory equipment use.
Facilitate student training for supervised use of laboratory equipment during learning sessions.
Orient faculty and students to lab policies and procedures and supply and equipment locations and use.
Evaluation & Planning
Collaborate in evaluation of equipment functionality, supply availability, and overall laboratory function.
Promote sustainability and cost-effectiveness in planning for laboratory operational and equipment needs.
Maintain records and reports on laboratory expenses and prepare budget recommendations.
Professional Role Responsibility & Continued Development
Maintain student confidentiality.
Demonstrate accountability, flexibility, and creativity.
Promote professional relationships and contribute to a culture of civility.
Seek assistance in unfamiliar situations.
Continue development of capacity to use and educate faculty and students on use of advanced simulation technology.
Participate in annual healthcare simulation professional development to ensure laboratory adherence to best practices in simulation operations.
Other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received This position reports to the Dean, School of Nursing.
Supervisory Responsibility This position may serve as lead or supervise other staff.
Special Conditions of Employment Successful completion of a background check including motor vehicles records check will be required. Incumbents in this position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned. Travel, evening, and weekend work may be required based on position responsibilities. This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking, standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling; frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and driving a vehicle occasionally. CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the College will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources, benefits@coloradomtn.edu.
NOTE This position description is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Sustainability Initiative Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the institution's sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations, and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations not to compromise the needs of future generations.
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Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)
Associate degree in nursing or healthcare related field required, bachelor's degree preferred.
One or more years of practice in a healthcare-related field required.
Current CPR Certification as a Healthcare Provider required.
Practice as an educator in a healthcare-related field preferred.
One or more years of experience in a teaching or simulation laboratory in an academic or healthcare setting, including organizing or managing healthcare supplies and laboratory equipment including human simulators, audiovisual and other complex technology, strongly preferred.
Knowledge and expertise in the use of simulation experiences in a nursing lab environment, as well as the ability to create and evaluate simulation experiences for students preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Must be able to demonstrate a high level of problem-solving and decision-making abilities to respond to student, clinical instructor, and clinical faculty issues.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.
Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
Hiring Range Salaries: $77,201.85 - $85,779.83 annual salary depending upon a combination of education and experience. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Pet insurance, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, annual & sick time, mental health resources, healthy lifestyle benefits, affordable transitional housing may be available to the successful candidate based on eligibility and availability, relocation if applicable. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate's skill and experience. Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Position Closing Position anticipated to close on October 30, 2025 or until filled.
Minimum Qualifications Essential Duties
Lab Management & Operation
Develop, implement, and update lab policies and procedures in collaboration with faculty and staff.
Coordinate procurement and maintenance of supply inventory to support laboratory and simulation learning activities.
Ensure safe storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
Ensure laboratory cleanliness, organization, and readiness for use.
Facilitate scheduling of simulation use by academic programs and community healthcare partners.
Prepare laboratory for specific use-cases including set up of supplies, patient simulators, and related equipment for designated laboratory or simulation sessions as directed by faculty.
Operate patient simulators and related equipment during faculty facilitated simulation sessions.
Facilitate implementation of the INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation Operations.
Other duties as assigned.
Faculty & Student Support
Create and maintain a collaborative, respectful, and professional working and learning environment.
Facilitate faculty training for laboratory equipment use.
Facilitate student training for supervised use of laboratory equipment during learning sessions.
Orient faculty and students to lab policies and procedures and supply and equipment locations and use.
Evaluation & Planning
Collaborate in evaluation of equipment functionality, supply availability, and overall laboratory function.
Promote sustainability and cost-effectiveness in planning for laboratory operational and equipment needs.
Maintain records and reports on laboratory expenses and prepare budget recommendations.
Professional Role Responsibility & Continued Development
Maintain student confidentiality.
Demonstrate accountability, flexibility, and creativity.
Promote professional relationships and contribute to a culture of civility.
Seek assistance in unfamiliar situations.
Continue development of capacity to use and educate faculty and students on use of advanced simulation technology.
Participate in annual healthcare simulation professional development to ensure laboratory adherence to best practices in simulation operations.
Other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received This position reports to the Dean, School of Nursing.
Supervisory Responsibility This position may serve as lead or supervise other staff.
Special Conditions of Employment Successful completion of a background check including motor vehicles records check will be required. Incumbents in this position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned. Travel, evening, and weekend work may be required based on position responsibilities. This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking, standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling; frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and driving a vehicle occasionally. CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the College will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources, benefits@coloradomtn.edu.
NOTE This position description is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Sustainability Initiative Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the institution's sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations, and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations not to compromise the needs of future generations.
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