Simulation Operations Specialist (Program Assistant) - Springfield Regional Nursing Program

The Simulation Operations Specialist is responsible for maintaining simulation supplies and equipment, setting up and taking down simulation scenarios, and operating and maintaining electronic simulators, task trainers, audiovisual, and computerized equipment. Candidate exemplifies the UIC College of Nursing mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with UIC policies and procedures. Duties Responsibilities: Sim Lab Facilitation Responsible for set up/break down of simulations and skills lab, including but not limited to: set up of necessary simulators, moulage, AV equipment, and recording devices; ensuring streaming and/or recording of simulations via Elevate Healthcare/Learning Space; performing sound quality checks on manikins/earpieces as necessary; and updates manikin software as needed. Collaborates with College of Nursing (CON) IT on a regular basis to mitigate WiFi/AV issues (Elevate Healthcare/Learning Space); with faculty and hourly Graduate Assistants to prepare simulations according to lesson plan; and with Springfield faculty to maintain best practices in human-based simulation. Maintains a thorough working knowledge of all simulation training equipment. Troubleshoots simulation training equipment. Keeps simulator software and warranties up to date. Provides routine maintenance for simulators and AV equipment as necessary. Scheduling/Administration Tracks and inputs faculty simulation requests, maximizing efficiency in scheduling and optimizing the utility of space and resources. Drafts and disseminates simulation/skills rotation schedules; accommodates open lab requests for students/faculty. Works with SP coordinator on SP communications and assists with scheduling tours and special events. Provides tours of the simulation lab, including providing technological demonstrations of equipment, as needed. Inventory/Upkeep Maintains simulation lab supplies, updates inventory records, and ensures safe and effective learning environments. Supports integration of simulation across prelicensure (BSN, MSN) and graduate (DNP) nursing curricula. Advises on continuous quality improvement initiatives within the simulation lab. Collaborates with Springfield Program staff to complete simulation laboratory housekeeping. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.