Simulation Operations Specialist

The Simulation Operations Specialist works collaboratively with faculty to provide technical and managerial support for the Curry College Nursing Simulation Program on both the Milton and Plymouth campuses. This position is a 12-month, full-time placement. Occasional (or regular) evening or weekend shifts may be required. The Simulation Operations Specialist will report to the Curry College School of Nursing Chair under the direction of the Dean.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Administrative Functions:

• Manages the schedule for Curry College Nursing Simulation Center;
• Maintains current knowledge of simulation/lab equipment catalogs and operation manuals;
• Orders, organizes, maintains and restock skills lab and simulation laboratory supplies;
• Overseas open labs hours for independent practice;
• Provides recommendations on equipment, supplies and materials;
• Collects data for simulation lab utilization, ongoing research, or grant requirements;
• Participates on the Simulation Advisory and Resource Committees;
• Maintains simulation activities and learner confidentiality;
• Maintains the digital library;
• Meets with faculty prior to implementing new simulations to help determine feasibility;
• Supervises student workers. 

Simulation Functions:

• Programs simulator software to model simulator's physiological response to instructor specifications;
• Operates patient simulators and cameras for the duration of simulations;
• Operates and maintains audio-visual and debriefing systems;
• Sets up and takes down learning environment equipment for skills lab, health assessment, and simulation scenarios-
  • May involve rapid turnover of simulation lab set u
• Maintains and repairs all simulation equipment, including:
  • Patient simulators, computers, monitors and a variety of medical equipment;
  • Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and contacts vendors as needed;
  • Manages warranties and maintenance agreements;
  • Arranges scheduled maintenance of equipment;
• Provides technical support for task trainers and multimedia peripherals including:
  • Beds/examination tables, headwalls, patient monitors, and other health care equipment;
  • Medication dispensing systems;
  • Vital sign monitors;
• Provides theatrical production (costuming and moulage) for simulation scenarios as requested;
  • Mixes fake body fluids and creates wounds;
• Provides technical assistance, support and training to faculty, staff, and student workers in use of simulation equipment.